Battery Charging - MG MG3 Owner's Handbook Manual

MAINTENANCE
When lifting the battery from the car， keep the battery
upright at all times.
Make sure both the battery clamping plate and retaining
strap are fitted securely, this will prevent the battery from
moving in the event of an accident or sudden stop.
Note: On vehicles fitted with Stop/Start, after battery
disconnection it will be necessary to leave the vehicle
in a locked condition for 4 hours in order to assess the
battery condition. Failure to do this will result in the
loss of the Stop/Start function.
The battery must be disposed of using an approved
method, used batteries can be harmful to the environment.
It should be recycled by a professional company. Please
consult an MG Authorised Repairer more details.
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Battery Charging

Note: DO NOT charge the battery if it is suspected of
being frozen.
As the battery ages, it may not retain its charge as
effectively as when it was new.
infrequently, or are used excessively for short journey
motoring, or operation in cold climates, may need the
battery to be charged regularly.
Pre Charging Battery Appearance Check： ： ：
• If the outer casing is broken or there is a leak, DO
NOT charge the battery and replace it after finding the
reason.
• If the terminal is broken, DO NOT charge the battery
and replace it after finding the reason.
• DO NOT attempt to charge a 'bulging' or 'distorted'
battery.
• Prior to charging ensure terminals are free from
corrosion, apply petroleum jelly to terminal to help
prevent corrosion.
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