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10 Maintenance and service
Starter battery - general
The starter battery is used to drive the starter
motor and other electrical equipment in the
car.
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The starter battery is a traditional 12 V bat-
tery.
The service life and function of the starter
battery is influenced by factors such as the
number of starts, discharging, driving style,
driving conditions, climatic conditions, etc.
•
Never disconnect the starter battery when
the engine is running.
•
Check that the cables to the starter bat-
tery are correctly connected and properly
tightened.
Voltage (V)
Cold start capacity
A
B
- CCA
(A)
In accordance with SAE or EN standard.
A
B
Cold Cranking Amperes.
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Enhanced Flooded Battery.
Absorbed Glass Mat.
12
380
When replacing the starter battery, in cars
with Start/Stop function, a battery of the
correct type must be fitted, EFB
with manual gearbox and AGM
with automatic gearbox.
If the starter battery is replaced, make sure
you replace it with a battery with the same
cold starting capacity and type as the orig-
inal battery (see the label on the battery).
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Engine
Petrol
Diesel
•
12
12
520–800
700–800
IMPORTANT
11
in cars
12
in cars
IMPORTANT
NOTE
The starter battery's container size
should be consistent with the original
battery's dimensions.
The starter battery's height is different
depending on size.
WARNING
•
The battery can generate oxyhydrogen
gas, which is highly explosive. A spark
can be formed if a jump lead is con-
nected incorrectly, and this can be
enough for the battery to explode.
•
The battery contains sulphuric acid,
which can cause serious burns.
•
If sulphuric acid comes into contact
with eyes, skin or clothing, flush with
large quantities of water. If acid
splashes into the eyes - seek medical
attention immediately.
IMPORTANT
When charging the starter battery or the
support battery (p. 384), only use a mod-
ern battery charger with controlled charg-
ing voltage. Fast charging function must
not be used since it may damage the bat-
tery.
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