OK, I am going to plead ignorance, but last night I thought it might be a good idea to charge my battery since I hadn't driven it in a couple weeks. As I connected the clamps to the battery posts, I got sparks galore! I would have thought that I put a spoon across the terminals! Needless to say it got my attention.
After this event, I thought it might be prudent to RTFM (Read The Manual). It clearly says that one should disconnect the battery from the entire system before charging. Hmmm, maybe this is the problem. Those of you who know me, know what I did next . . . Yes, folks, I closed the hood.
My question: Why would it be necessary to remove the battery from the car to charge it? Before the flames (HaHa) start, please know that I know the difference between red and black as well as + and -. Is there something special about the NSX's electrical system? I have charged many car batteries in the car and yes, connecting directly to terminals. Occasionally, I feel like following instructions and grounding to the engine block, but not usually.
In the future, I think I will follow the proper directions for the NSX.
TIA,
Kevin
After this event, I thought it might be prudent to RTFM (Read The Manual). It clearly says that one should disconnect the battery from the entire system before charging. Hmmm, maybe this is the problem. Those of you who know me, know what I did next . . . Yes, folks, I closed the hood.
My question: Why would it be necessary to remove the battery from the car to charge it? Before the flames (HaHa) start, please know that I know the difference between red and black as well as + and -. Is there something special about the NSX's electrical system? I have charged many car batteries in the car and yes, connecting directly to terminals. Occasionally, I feel like following instructions and grounding to the engine block, but not usually.

TIA,
Kevin