Recharging The Battery - Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA Owner's Handbook Manual

of antifreeze fluids. In the event of topping
up with an unsuitable product, under no
circumstances start the engine and contact
a Dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
36) When you need to disconnect or remove
the battery, do not close the boot. In order
to avoid possible accidental closure, it is
recommended to place an obstacle (e.g.
a cloth) on the lock that would physically
avoid closure.
IMPORTANT
4) Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to the
environment. To change the oil and filters,
we advise you to contact a Dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
5) Used transmission oil contains
substances that may be dangerous for the
environment. You are advised to contact a
Dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership for oil
changes.
6) Batteries contain substances which
are very harmful for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact a Dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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RECHARGING THE BATTERY

IMPORTANT NOTES
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WARNING Before using the charging
device, always make sure that it is
appropriate for the installed battery,
with constant voltage (below 14.8 V) and
low amperage (maximum 15 A).
WARNING Recharge the battery in a well
ventilated environment.
WARNING Never charge or recharge a
frozen battery: it may explode because
of the hydrogen trapped inside the ice
crystals.
WARNING At all times while charging
or recharging the battery, make sure
that any sparks or open flames are kept
sufficiently far away from the battery.
WARNING Before using any devices to
charge or to maintain the charge of the
battery, carefully follow the instructions
provided with the device in order to
properly and safely connect it to the car
battery.
You can recharge the battery without
disconnecting the wires of the electrical
system of the car.
To reach the battery, remove the
access panel inside the luggage
compartment fig. 139;
139
remove the protective cover (1) fig. 140
and connect the positive cable terminal
of the charger (usually red) to the
positive terminal (+) of the battery;
connect the terminal of the negative
cable of the charger (usually black) to nut
(2) next to the negative terminal (-) of the
battery, as shown in fig. 140;
140
The car is equipped with an IBS
(Intelligent Battery Sensor), which is able
to measure the charge and discharge
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