Battery - Renault Clio 2003 Owner's Manual

BATTERY: breakdown
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that all
equipment are switched off before
disconnecting or reconnecting the

battery.

- When charging, stop the charger
before connecting
disconnecting the battery.
- Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short
circuit between the terminals.
Connecting a battery charger
It is essential to disconnect both
battery leads from the terminals
(with the engine stopped) starting
with the negative terminal.
Do not disconnect the battery when
the engine is running. Follow the
instructions for use given by the
manufacturer of the battery charger
you are using.
Only a
well-maintained battery will have a
electrical
long and useful life and enable you
to start
normally.
The battery must be kept clean and
dry.
or
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
those
which are really necessary.
• Finally, you should understand
that the
naturally as a result of certain
permanent consumers such as:
the clock, After-Sales accessories,
etc.
well-charged and
the vehicle's engine
electrical components
charge decreases
When a large number of 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 nominal
capacity. Consult 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 will then have to
be reprogrammed. The battery must
be stored in a cool dry place,
protected from frost.
Specific procedures may
be required to charge
some batteries. Consult
your 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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