Index Jaguar Jaguar X-Type Sedan and Estate (Wagon) (2.0 L, 2.5 L and 3.0 L Gasoline; 2.0 L and 2.2 L, Diesel) - manual 2001-2009 year
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4. HEALTH AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS • W ARNINGS: BATTERY CELLS CONTAIN SULPHURIC ACID AND EXPLOSIVE MIXTURES OF HYDROGEN AND OXYGEN GASES. IT IS THEREFORE ESSENTIAL THAT THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ARE OBSERVED. Batteries emit highly explosive hydrogen at all times, particularly during charging. To prevent any potential form of ignition occurring when working in the vicinity of a battery: Do not smoke when working near batteries. Batteries contain poisonous and highly corrosive acid. To prevent personal injury, or damage to clothing or the vehicle, the following working practices should be followed when topping up, checking electrolyte specific gravity, removal, refitting or carrying batteries: Always wear suitable protective clothing (an apron or similar), safety glasses, a face mask and suitable gloves. Due to their hazardous contents, the disposal of batteries is strictly controlled. W hen a battery is scrapped, ensure it is disposed of safely, complying with local environmental regulations. If in doubt, contact your local authority for advice on disposal facilities. 5. DETERMINING BATTERY CONDITION The tools used for determining the condition of the battery will depend upon whether it is installed in a vehicle or in spare parts inventory. • NOTE: The term `New Vehicle' refers to a vehicle at any part of the delivery process from leaving the factory to arriving at a port of entry, • NOTE: Midtronics 393, 394. 493 and 494 testers must not be used to test AGM batteries as these testers are not capable of correctly NEW VEHICLES A Midtronics tester should be used to assess the condition of the battery for new vehicles. The test results should be recorded on the |