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. To lessen the risk of sparks , remove rings , metal watchbands , and other metal jewelry . Never allow metal tools to contact the positive battery terminal and anything connected to it WHILE you are at the same time in contact with any other metallic portion of the vehicle because a short circuit will result .
. Keep everyone including children away from the battery .
. Charge the battery in a wellventilated area .
. Battery posts , terminals , and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds , chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm . Batteries also contain other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer . Wash hands after handling .
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Q-85 Battery ( Type-B ) 1 Cap 2 Upper level 3 Lower level
It is unnecessary to periodically check the battery fluid level or periodically refill with distilled water .
However , if the battery fluid level is below the lower level , remove the cap . Fill to the upper level with distilled water . Refer to “ Electrical System ” FP507 .
For “ SUBARU STARLINK Safety and Security ” without navigation system :
When the vehicle battery is discharged or replaced , certain internal settings can be restored only by pairing the vehicle to a smartphone via Bluetooth , or by visiting a SUBARU dealer . Until those internal settings are restored , certain convenience
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features , including the “ Service Appointment Scheduler ,” may be unavailable .
CAUTION
Never use more than 10 amperes when charging the battery because it will shorten battery life .
NOTE
To avoid battery drain , do not use electric power ( e . g ., lights , wipers , climate control , seat heaters , etc .) for longer than necessary when the engine is off . If using the radio , room lights or other electrical equipment with the engine off , even in the ignition switch is in the “ ACC ” position , the battery will drain .
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