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Switch off all electrical consumers.
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Before disconnecting the battery, unlock the
vehicle, otherwise the alarm will be triggered.
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First disconnect the negative cable and then
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the positive cable
.
Connecting the 12-volt battery
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Switch off all electrical consumers before re-
connecting the 12 volt battery.
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First reconnect the positive cable and then
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the negative one
.
After connecting the 12 volt battery and
switching on the ignition, several control lamps
may light up. These lamps go out after a short
distance at a speed of approx. 15 to 20 km/h
(10 to 12 mph). If the warning lights do not go
out, visit a specialist workshop and have the
vehicle checked.
If the 12-volt battery has been disconnected
for a long period of time, it is likely that the
next service is not correctly indicated or cal-
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culated
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. In this case it will be
necessary to take into account the maximum
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maintenance intervals allowed
Vehicles with a "Keyless Access" system
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page 88: If the ignition cannot be switched
on after connecting the 12 volt battery, lock
and unlock the vehicle from the outside. Then
try to switch on the ignition again. If the ignition
does not work, seek professional assistance.
Checking and refilling levels
12-volt battery
WARNING
Attaching the 12-volt battery incorrectly or
using unsuitable batteries may result in short
circuits, fire and serious injury.
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Use only maintenance-free 12 volt batter-
ies with an anti-spill system with the same
properties, specifications and dimensions as
the factory-fitted battery.
WARNING
Charging the 12-volt battery creates a highly
explosive mixture of detonating gases.
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Only charge the 12-volt battery in a well-
ventilated place.
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Never charge a 12-volt battery that is fro-
zen or has thawed. When the battery is dis-
charged, it may freeze at temperatures close
to 0°C (+32°F).
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If the 12-volt battery has frozen, have it re-
placed without fail.
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A short circuit may occur if the wires are
incorrectly connected to the poles. First con-
nect the positive cable and then the negative
one.
page 352.
NOTICE
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Never connect or disconnect the 12-volt
battery when the ignition is switched on or
the engine is running. Also, never use a 12-
volt battery that does not meet the vehicle's
battery specifications. The electrical system
or certain electronic components could be
damaged and electrical malfunctions could
occur.
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Never connect accessories that supply
power, such as solar panels or battery charg-
ers, to the 12-volt socket or cigarette lighter,
to charge the 12-volt battery. This could
damage the vehicle's electrical system.
For the sake of the environment
● The battery may contain toxic substances,
such as sulphuric acid and lead. Dispose of
the 12 volt battery in accordance with the
applicable regulations.
● Electrolyte can contaminate the environ-
ment. If any operating fluid leaks out, collect
it and dispose of it properly.
Troubleshooting
Alternator fault
Only valid for: conventional vehicles.
The control lamp lights up in RED.
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