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      12-24-2010, 07:33 AM   #69
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Sucker4StraightSixes, I'm now confused on this issue after re-reading your original post. So did the battery actually explode (i.e. the battery case rupture, spewing battery acid all over the battery well in the right rear fender), or did the pyrotechnic positive terminal (errantly) activate and break the power cables as it is supposed to do?

For the battery (case) to explode there would have to be serious venting problem and a build up of hydrogen gas to an unbelievable level to rupture the plastic case, or enough hydrogen gas present along with a spark to cause a small hydrogen explosion.

If the pyrotechnic positive terminal device exploded then it somehow malfunctioned, but it would have triggered the flashers, turned on the interior lights, and unlocked all the doors (if they were in the locked position).

Could you please clarify what exactly happened? Thanks.
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