Vanden Plas (X300) L6-4.0L (AJ16) (1996)
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Technical Service Bulletin # 15-44
Date: 970601
Low Maintenance - Maintaining
15-44
DATE 6/97
Sedan Range
Low Maintenance Battery - Recommended Practices
MODEL
1995-97 MY Sedan Range
VIN
720001-ON
ISSUE
Recent Jaguar vehicles have been equipped, in production, with VARTA low maintenance batteries. This does not mean maintenance-free.
The electrolyte level must not fall below the "minimum" marking regardless of whether the battery is the original equipment VARTA battery, a
replacement VARTA supplied via Jaguar Parts, or any other replacement battery.
ACTION
As a minimum requirement, check the electrolyte level at every routine service interval and top up if necessary. In normal climates, perform this check at
least once per year, regardless of mileage. In hot climatic conditions - if the vehicle is operated in ambient temperatures exceeding 30°C (86°F) for one
month or longer, check the electrolyte level at least every 3 months, regardless of mileage. Check the electrolyte level as described.
All Batteries
Always follow appropriate health and safety precautions when servicing batteries.
WARNING:
BATTERY HANDLING
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Hydrogen, which is highly explosive, is emitted, particularly during charging of the battery.
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Do not smoke.
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Avoid sparks, short circuits or other sources of ignition.
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Switch off ignition and all accessories before making or breaking electrical connections.
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Always disconnect the ground terminal first and reconnect it last.
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Avoid contact with battery acid.
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Battery acid is poisonous and corrosive, it will cause burns to the skin as well as to the eyes. In the event of skin or eye contact, flush the affected
area with water and, in the case of eye contact, seek urgent medical attention.
1.
Do not disconnect the battery cables prior to checking the level of the electrolyte with the battery installed in the vehicle.
2.
Do not connect a 12 volt test lamp to the battery terminals. In certain circumstances, a spark generated during connection could cause an
explosion.
Use a hand-held flashlight when checking the level of the electrolyte.
