Caution Symbols for Battery
WARNING
- No smoking / No exposed flames / No sparks:
Never smoke around the battery. Never expose the battery to open flames or electrical sparks.
- Shield eyes:
Handle the battery cautiously. Always wear eye protection glasses to protect against explosion or battery acid.
- Keep away from children:
Never allow children to handle the battery. Keep the battery out of reach of children.
- Battery acid:
Do not allow battery fluid to contact your skin, eyes, fabrics, or painted surfaces. After handling the battery or battery cap, immediately wash your hands thoroughly. If the battery fluid gets into your eyes, or onto your skin or clothing, flush with water immediately for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Battery fluid is acid. If the battery fluid gets into your eyes or onto your skin, it could cause eyesight loss or burns.
- Note operating instructions:
Before handling the battery, read this instruction carefully to ensure correct and safe handling.
- Explosive gas:
Hydrogen gas, generated by battery fluid, is explosive.
Vehicle Battery
WARNING
- Do not operate the vehicle if the fluid in the battery is low. Low battery fluid can cause a higher load on the battery which can generate heat, reduce battery life, and in some cases lead to an explosion.
- Keep the battery surface clean and dry. Any corrosion should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and water.
- Make certain the terminal connections are clean and securely tightened.
- If the vehicle is not used for 30 days or longer, disconnect the “–” negative battery terminal cable to prevent discharge.
- If battery replacement or check is required, contact a NISSAN dealer or qualified workshop.
Battery (Type A)
Check the fluid level in each cell. It should be between the UPPER and LOWER level lines.
If it is necessary to add fluid, add only distilled water to bring the level to the indicator in each filler opening. Do not overfill.
- Remove the cell plugs using a suitable tool.
- Add distilled water up to the UPPER level line.
If the side of the battery is not clear, check the electrolyte water level by looking directly above the cell, as illustrated.
- Tighten cell plugs.
CAUTION: Do not overfill battery cells. Excessive electrolyte may leak out of the battery during charging and cause paint damage.
Maintenance-Free Battery (Type B)
For a maintenance-free battery it is not required to check the fluid level. However, NISSAN recommends visually checking the green indicator status periodically. If it is not visible, replace the battery as soon as possible.
Reinitialisation Procedure After Battery Reconnection
If the battery has been reconnected, check the following items:
- Clock setting (where fitted).
- Reset the desired radio stations to the preset station buttons.
Models with Stop/Start System
- Ensure that the battery fitted is the special battery enhanced with regard to charge-discharge capacity and life performance.
- Avoid using any other battery for the Stop/Start System, as this may cause early deterioration of the battery or a malfunction.
