Maintenance Fundamentals

Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Battery

Your vehicle has a lithium-ion (li-ion) battery. Clean the battery terminals if they become dirty or corroded.

This symbol on the battery means that this product must not be treated as household waste.

NOTICE An improperly disposed of battery can be harmful to the environment and human health. Always confirm local regulations for proper battery disposal instruction.

What to do in an emergency

If any of the following occurs, immediately see your doctor.

Electrolyte splashes into your eyes:

Wash your eyes repeatedly with cool water for at 15 minutes. Using water under pressure can damage your eyes.

Electrolyte splashes onto your skin:

Remove affected clothing and wash your skin thoroughly using water.

Electrolyte splashes into your mouth

Rinse mouth thoroughly with water, and do not swallow.

3WARNING

The battery contains flammable organic solvent as electrolyte. You can be burned or seriously injured if the battery is handled improperly. Keep the battery away from heat, sparks, and flames. Keep the battery out of the reach of children. Do not disassemble or modify the battery or battery terminals. Do not short-circuit the battery with metal tools or other metal objects. Do not subject the battery to impacts.

Cleaning the Battery Terminals

Remove the battery.

If the terminals are starting to corrode and are coated with a white substance, wash with warm water and wipe clean.

If the terminals are heavily corroded, clean and polish the terminals with a wire brush or sandpaper. Wear safety glasses.

After cleaning, reinstall the battery.

The battery has a limited life span. Consult your dealer about when you should replace the battery. Always replace the battery with another lithium-ion (li-ion) battery of the same type.

NOTICE Installing non-Honda electrical accessories can overload the electrical system, discharging the battery and possibly damaging the system.

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