2005 Honda CRV

2005 HONDA CRV
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FBFANFORLIFE
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Electrical problem
2005 Honda CRV 6 cyl All Wheel Drive Automatic

if an new battery tips over and some acid leaks out can we still use the battery?
Should it be sealed?
Nov 23, 2008 at 4:54 PM
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MHPAUTOS
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Hi there ,

the efficiency of the battery will be decreased, take it to a battery retailer and they will check the specific gravity of the electrolyte and adjust the acid levels, do this and save the battery if it is relatively new.

Mark (mhpautos)
Nov 23, 2008 at 6:22 PM
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