Potential Risk To People
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A short circuit between the battery terminals as a result of conductive objects can cause a fire. Danger due to arc, cable fire, terminal meltdown and electrostatic discharge.
- Cover the battery terminals.
- Disconnect the negative cable from the battery before working on the battery.
- Keep electrically conductive objects clear of the battery terminals.
- Only use working clothes and shoes approved by Porsche.