Order of execution
1. Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers.
2. Disconnect the wires from the battery terminals. The negative wire must be disconnected first and connected last.
3. Remove the battery from the vehicle.
Warning! If the battery case is damaged, remove the battery while wearing rubber gloves to protect your skin from the electrolyte.
4. Check the battery fastening elements, as they may be damaged by the electrolyte that has got on them. If necessary, clean them with warm soda solution.
5. Use the same solution to clean the top of the battery.
6. Inspect the battery for cracks. If there are cracks, replace the battery.
7. Clean the battery terminals.
8. Clean the inner surface of the wire clamps connected to the battery terminals.
9. Install the battery in the car.
10. Connect the wires to the battery terminals.
11. Securely tighten the wire clamps to the battery terminals.
12. Apply a thin layer of petroleum jelly to the battery terminals.