Renault Clio Owner's Manual page 134

BATTERY: breakdown
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that all
equipment is 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
The battery charger should be
compatible with a battery with
nominal voltage of 12 Volts.
With the engine switched off, it is
essential to disconnect the cables
connected to both
starting
terminals,
negative terminal.
Do not disconnect the battery
when the engine is running.
Follow the manufacturer's
instructions for the
charger you are using.
Only a well-charged and well-
maintained battery will have a long
electrical
and useful life and enable you to
start the vehicle's engine 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.
- Finally, you should understand
that the charge decreases naturally
as a result of certain permanent
battery
consumers such as: the clock,
with the
After-Sales accessories, etc.
battery
When many accessories are fitted to
the vehicle, have them connected to
+ after ignition feed. In this case, it
is advisable to have your vehicle
fitted with a battery which has an
increased capacity. Contact your
RENAULT Dealer.
If your vehicle is to be left stationary
for a relatively long
disconnect the battery or have it
recharged regularly, in particular
during cold weather.
equipment with a memory, radio
and trip computer and warning
system will then have to be
reprogrammed. The battery must be
stored in a cool dry place, protected
from frost.
Special procedures may
be required to charge
some batteries. Contact
your RENAULT Dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which
may cause an immediate
explosion and charge the battery
in a well-ventilated area.
Risk of serious injury.
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