Operator`s manual

120 Maintenance
Electrical System Maintenance
Battery Care
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
The electrolyte level on maintenance free
batteries cannot be checked. Periodically,
the condition and the state-of-charge of
each battery should be checked by a Volvo
Truck dealer. Maintenance free batteries
DO NOT require any attention other than
keeping them clean and firmly clamped
in place in their respective trays. Keep
the cable connections clean and tight.
Check the battery state-of-charge indicators
periodically to determine battery condition.
Check for worn cables at every major
inspection. Replace worn cables. Check
battery terminals for cracks.
When disconnecting battery terminals,
always disconnect the ground terminal first.
When reconnecting, always connect the
ground terminal last.
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WARNING
Always wear eye protection when
working around batteries to prevent the
risk of injury due to contact with sulfuric
acid or an explosion.
Lighting
Check the lights on the vehicle daily. Replace
burned out inserts and bulbs. Following is a
listing of bulb types. Replace any broken or
cracked side or rear reflectors.
Headlights should be checked for aim at
least once per year.
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