While we are on the topic of batteries I just checked mine (low on water) and I noticed there is no hose connected to the overflow. The PO replaced the battery before I bought the car and I guess they never replaced the hose. My battery has the vent facing the front of the car. There is no hose, I can put one on but where do you route it? I already saw some water/acid driping out right on to the hold down plate.

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Karl B
95 E300 D
2006 Mazdaspeed 6
2001 GMC Yukon XL
1997 Contour SVT
Mazda RX-7 SCCA race car