Renault Trafic Manual page 154

BATTERY: breakdown
Connecting / disconnecting
- When you are connecting your
battery, connect the
terminal first, then the negative,
- when you disconnect the battery,
disconnect the negative terminal
first then the positive terminal.
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that any consumers are
switched off before disconnecting
or reconnecting the battery.
- When charging, stop the charger
before connecting or disconnecting
the battery.
- Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short
circuit between the terminals.
Connecting a battery charger
With the engine switched off, it is
positive essential to disconnect the wires
connected to both battery terminals
, starting
terminal.
Do not disconnect the battery when
the engine is running. Follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the
battery charger you are using.
Only a
well-maintained battery will have a
long and useful life and enable you
to start
normally.
The battery must be kept clean and
dry.
Have the battery's charge status
checked regularly:
• Especially if you use your vehicle
for short journeys or for frequent
driving in town.
• When the external temperature
drops (in winter), the charge
decreases. In winter, only use
electrical equipment which is
really necessary.
with the negative
well-charged and
the vehicle's engine
• Finally, you should understand
that the charge
naturally as a result of certain
permanent consumers such as the
clock, after sales accessories, etc.
Handle the battery with
care as it
sulphuric acid which
must not come
contact with the eyes or skin. If it
does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water.
Ensure that naked
red-hot objects and sparks do not
come into contact with the
battery as there is a risk of
explosion.
Take care when working in the
engine compartment
engine cooling fan may cut in at
any moment without warning.
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