Vauxhall Ampera 2014 User Manual page 154

running, the fluid level should be in
the proper operating range between
the MIN and MAX marks. If it is not,
have the brake hydraulic system
checked to see if there is a leak.
After work is done on the brake
hydraulic system, make sure the oil
level is in the proper operating range
between the MIN and MAX marks
when the vehicle is running.
Only use high-performance brake
fluid approved for the vehicle. Consult
a workshop.
Brake fluid 3 184.
Battery
9 Danger
Only a trained service technician
with the proper knowledge and
tools may inspect, test or replace
the high voltage battery.
Seek the assistance of a
workshop if the high voltage
battery needs service.
This vehicle has a high voltage
vehicle battery and a standard
12-volt vehicle battery.
If the vehicle is involved in a crash, the
sensing system may shut down the
high voltage system. If this occurs,
the high voltage battery will be
disconnected and the vehicle will not
start. A service message will be
displayed in the Driver Information
Centre (DIC). Before the vehicle can
be operated again, it must be
serviced at a workshop.
If an airbag has inflated 3 195.
A vehicle cover, which can reduce
sun loading on the vehicle and
improve high voltage battery life, is
available from your Vauxhall Ampera
Authorised Repairer.
The Vauxhall Ampera Authorised
Repairer has information on how to
recycle the high voltage battery.
Keep the vehicle plugged in, even
when fully charged, to keep the high
voltage vehicle battery temperature
ready for the next drive. This is
important when outside temperatures
are extremely hot or cold.
Vehicle care
Refer to the replacement number
shown on the original vehicle battery
label if a new 12-volt battery is
needed. The vehicle has an
Absorbed Glass Mat (AGM) 12-volt
battery. Installation of a standard
12-volt battery will result in reduced
12-volt battery life. When using a
12-volt battery charger on the
12-volt AGM battery, note that some
chargers have an AGM battery
setting on the charger. If available,
use the AGM setting on the charger,
to limit charge voltage to 14.8 volts.
Follow the charger manufacture's
instructions.
Batteries do not belong in household
waste. They must be disposed of at
an appropriate recycling collection
point.
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