OEM Mercury Mountaineer Car Battery

Mercury Mountaineer Car Battery Parts and Q&A

• Battery
  BXT-65-650
  Q: What Precautions Should Be Taken When Handling Car Battery to Ensure Safety and Prevent Personal Injury on Mercury Mountaineer?

  A:

  Proper safety with lead-acid batteries requires keeping the area clear of flames sparks and lighted substances because explosive gases can lead to personal injuries. Always protect your face and eyes and maintain proper ventilation. You must deplete the back up power supply by disconnecting the battery ground cable then wait one minute before repairing or installing any front or side air bag supplemental restraint system components or working near Air Bag Sensors to prevent accidental deployment and possible injury. The system requires removing any external batteries and power sources equipped to the system. You should lift batteries using hands positioned on opposite corners of the battery carrier or by lifting it gently without placing strain on the end walls that will prevent leakage of acid. Sulfuric acid in batteries requires storage away from children and requires preventive contact with the skin or eyes and clothing. When you work by a battery ensure your eyes stay protected against acid splashes then proceed to wash affected areas with water for at least 15 minutes before getting medical care. Contact a physician straight away if acid substance enters your body. The vehicle will need to be driven till the adaptive strategy relearns itself following the proper battery disconnection procedure to prevent abnormal drive symptoms. List the procedures for battery reconnection because the disconnect order needs to be followed in reverse.