Battery Replacement Guide

Please ensure extreme care is taken when replacing the battery in your vehicle. Also please make sure the engine, lights and all
accessories are turned off before removing old battery. Check if vehicle has a computerised electrical system. Most vehicles with on-
board computer systems require an alternative power source or memory minder to maintain electronic memory when the battery is
disconnected. Disconnecting the battery on such a vehicle without a memory minder may cause damage to the main computer or other
electrical equipment. We recommend you wear safety glasses during the replacement procedure. Ensure replacement battery meets or
exceeds minimum capacity and CCA rating for your vehicle.

Safety First! Do The Right Thing.

1. Lower the driver’s window enough to access the ignition keys 13. Place the new battery in the tray, ensuring it sits level and that
via window. (A safety measure against total-close central- terminal posts are positioned exactly the same as the battery
locking systems) being replaced.
2. Turn off the engine, place into a neutral gear or park position 14. Replace and tighten hold-downs securely so that the battery
and engage the handbrake. cannot move in the tray. Do not over-tighten as this can distort
3. Fit memory minder into the cigarette lighter socket or the plastic battery casing. Be sure to check that radiator fan,
OBD / OBD II port and turn ignition key to the accessory hoses and drive belts do not make contact with the battery.
position.*NOTE: Radio memory can only be saved if radio is still 15. Re-fit cables and tighten terminals, (do not over-tighten),
operating prior to engaging minder. ensuring that the negative ground terminal is connected last.
4. It is preferable to perform replacement in a well ventilated 16. If a spark occurs during reconnection of the negative terminals,
environment. (To minimise the potential of explosion from have an auto electrician check for a current drain at your
hydrogen gas emitted from the faulty battery) earliest convenience.
5. Remove the negative terminal first, then positive terminal and 17. Never hammer terminal connections onto battery posts as this
wrap the terminal securely in a rag to insulate from shorting to can damage the battery terminals or cause internal damage to
ground. (This precaution is necessary to avoid potential damage the battery.
to the wiring and / or electrical systems as a terminal may still 18. Apply a coating of battery terminal protector to the posts and
be alive) bare cable connections.
6. Remove the hold-down clamp and carefully remove the battery, 19. Carefully remove memory minder from cigarette socket or OBD
taking note of the battery terminal positions, both positive and port and start the engine. Check that Charge Warning indicator
negative. light goes out and the charge gauge, (if fitted), shows a normal
7. Corroded steel parts should be cleaned and neutralised, (use level.
Bi-Carb Soda or terminal cleaning spray), dried and painted. 20. Check radio and clock functions to ensure no memory loss has
8. Terminals should be thoroughly cleaned. occurred.
9. Battery cable and starter motor connections should be checked
and tightened if necessary.
10. If terminal clamps or cables are badly corroded, they should be
replaced.
11. Clean the battery tray of all debris, stones, etc. to ensure no
sharp objects can damage the battery casing.
12. Check the height of the replacement battery to ensure there is
sufficient bonnet clearance to avoid terminals shorting/fouling
on the closed bonnet.
Battery Safety Warnings & Information Terminal Types
Corrosive Hazard: Explosion Danger:
• The product is hazardous according to the definition of • Explosive gases are emitted when batteries are charged
WorkSafe Australia. or in service; these gases can cause injuries such as burns
• All relevant safety precautions should be followed. and blindness.

Warning: Corrosive Warning:

• Keep battery and acid out of reach of children at all times. • The contents of lead-acid batteries are very corrosive. Any
• Always store in a safe place, preferably in a plastic tray. direct contact with skin or eyes can result in burns and
• Keep battery out of direct sunlight, away from any heat blindness.
sources. • Protective clothing and safety glasses should be worn STUD Standard / SAE Small / JIS
• When charging battery, ensure good ventilation. when handling to help prevent injury.
• Polypropylene casing can be subject to static electricity. • Do not allow electrolyte to escape from the battery casing;
Do not rub casing; wear rubber gloves when handling. it is a hazardous material and should not make contact
• Batteries are heavy in nature - use correct lifting with ground water or drainage systems, intentionally or
procedure. otherwise.
• Do not tilt the battery - this allows acid to leak out of
vents. First Aid:
• Use baking soda (Soda-Ash) and water to dilute any acid • Immediately rinse eyes with water or milk if they come
spillage. into contact with acid mix, then seek medical advice Marine Twin LUG Multi Fit / DF
without delay.
Warning statements: • If contact with skin occurs, wash off with water and mild
• Observe the precautionary information on the battery label soap at earliest opportunity. Clothes should be washed the
and the vehicle’s operational manual regarding handling same way and rinsed thoroughly.
and safety requirements of the battery. Battery Layouts
Disposal:
Protective clothing: • Always dispose of scrap batteries at an accredited
• Always wear eye protection and appropriate clothing as a collection station. Never place batteries with household

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precautionary measure when working with the battery.
A damp towel covering the battery when handling will
waste. Do not allow battery electrolyte (acid) to leak. If the
casing is damaged, place into a plastic collection tray to 0 1
minimise some splash and spark dangers. contain leaking acid prior to disposal. (Enquire regarding
local regulations)
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Handling Warning: • Damaged and scrap lead-acid batteries can be returned to
• Naked flames, sparks, and smoking are potential ignition any branch of R&J Batteries for safe disposal / recycling.
sources for explosions when in the vicinity of batteries.
• Avoid shorting any wiring, terminals or spanners when
working around the battery, including electrostatic 2 3
discharge.
• A short circuit has the potential to cause fire or the
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technician.
• Only use a damp cloth with mild soap to clean the battery
case, only clean terminals with battery removed from
vehicle and avoid shorting terminals with brush to prevent
explosion.
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