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Start-Stop systems ( page 201) are equipped with a special battery
labelled "AGM". For technical reasons, it is not possible to check the electro-
lyte level of these batteries
Preparations
Prepare the vehicle for work in the engine compartment
Open the bonnet
Opening the battery cover
The battery covers are different depending on the engine size of the vehicle:
In the case of a cover: press the tab
tion of the arrow and pull the cover upwards.
In the case of a hose: fold the cover to one side to remove
fig. 171.
Checking the battery electrolyte level
Make sure there is sufficient lighting to clearly recognise the colours.
Never use open flames or sparklers as a light source.
Depending on the level of acid, the Magic eye on the top of the battery will
change colour.
Colour indicator Necessary operations
The electrolyte level of the vehicle's battery is too low.
light yellow or col-
Have the battery checked and, where applicable,
ourless
replaced by a specialist workshop.
Black The electrolyte level of the vehicle's battery is correct.
WARNING
Working with the vehicle battery involves a risk of corrosion, explosions
and electric shock.
Always wear protective gloves and eye protection.
Safety First
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Operating instructions
WARNING (continued)
Battery acid is very corrosive and caustic. It can burn skin and cause
blindness. When handling the battery, protect yourself from splashes of
acid, above all your hands, arms and face.
Never tilt the vehicle battery. Battery acid could spill out of the open-
ings to release gases and cause corrosion damage.
Never open the vehicle battery.
If battery acid splashes on you, immediately rinse your eyes and skin
abundantly with water for several minutes. Then seek medical care imme-
in the direc-
diately.
If acid is swallowed by mistake, consult a doctor immediately.
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Charging, replacing and connecting or disconnecting the
battery
Charging the battery
The vehicle battery should be charged by a specialist workshop only, as
batteries using special technology have been installed and they must be
charged in a controlled environment
ified workshop.
Replacing a vehicle battery
The battery has been developed to suit the conditions of its location and has
special safety features. If the battery must be replaced, consult a qualified
SEAT workshop for information on electromagnetic compatibility, the size
and maintenance, performance and safety requirements of the new battery in
your vehicle before you purchase one. SEAT recommends you have the
battery replaced by a qualified SEAT workshop.
Use only maintenance-free genuine batteries conforming to TL 825 06 and
VW 7 50 73 Standards. These standards must be dated April 2008 or later.
Practical tips
Checking and refilling levels
. SEAT recommends visiting a qual-
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