Check battery for secure seating
- Try to wiggle battery back and forth to check for proper installation.
If battery is not securely seated, the following dangers exist:
- Shortened service life due to damage caused by shaking.
- If the battery is not secured properly normal shock and vibration can damage the battery plates, which results in premature battery failure.
- The battery casing can be damaged by the fastening clip (this might possibly allow acid to escape from the battery, which would have severe consequences).
- Poor crash safety.