Sentra XE L4-1597cc 1.6L DOHC MFI (GA16DE) (1997)
Battery: Vehicle Damage Warnings
How To Handle Battery
Sulphation
A battery (with specific gravity less than 1.100) will completely discharge when left unattended for a long period of time. This will result in sulphation
on the cell plates. A sulphated battery may sometimes be brought back into service by a slow charge, 12 hours or more. A capacity test should be run
after the battery is charged to ensure the battery is not damaged.
Methods of Preventing Over Discharge
CAUTION:
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If it becomes necessary to start engine with booster battery and jumper cables, use a 12-Volt booster battery.
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After connecting battery cables, ensure that they are tightly clamped to battery terminals for good contact.
Methods Of Preventing Discharge
The following precautions must be taken to prevent overdischarging a battery.
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The battery surface (particularly its top) should always be kept clean and dry.
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The terminal connections should be clean and tight.
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During every routine maintenance, check the electrolyte level. This also applies to batteries designated as "low maintenance' and
"maintenance-free".