Battery Statement - Maserati Levante Owner's Manual

Battery Statement

Battery Statement Status of
Charge
To avoid problems with ignition
and/or the electrical system in general
when you are driving, the battery
charge status is constantly maintained
and guaranteed by the vehicle's
recharge circuit; the main component
of which is the alternator. This circuit
is only able to supply voltage to the
battery when the vehicle is travelling.
The warning light on the
instrument cluster, will indicate any
malfunctions in the recharge circuit or
an insufficient battery charge status
(example in figure).
The vehicle contains advanced
electronic systems, such as, for
example, the alarm system and various
electronic control modules, which
consume power even when the
ignition switch is in the OFF position
and the vehicle is not being used.
Therefore, it is fundamental that the
battery is properly charged to ensure
that the engine starts properly and
that all the electrical/electronic
systems in the vehicle work efficiently.
Maintaining Battery Charge
If you perform short daily trips
(approximately 16 km/10 miles), which
correspond to an annual total of
6000 km/4000 miles, or when the
vehicle is not going to be used for one
week or more, Maserati recommends
connecting the vehicle to a battery
charger, to save you the trouble of
having to recharge the battery. The
battery charger will keep the battery
charged properly and at the correct
voltage levels required by the systems
and devices in the vehicle.
Before using the battery charger,
carefully follow the instructions
provided.
If you do not use a battery charger to
prevent the battery from going flat
when you are not going to use the
vehicle for long periods of time, you
need to check and recharge the
battery at least once every three
weeks. Make this check if you perform
Maintenance and Care
short daily trips (approximately 16
km/10 mi) which correspond to an
annual total of 6000 km/4000 miles.
Please note that allowing the battery
to go flat repeatedly can cause
premature wear on the internal cells
and greatly reduce their life, leading
to problems with the ignition system
and other electrical/electronic systems.
The Service Network is available to
advise you on how to recharge your
battery correctly and give you useful
information on battery care and
maintenance.
NOTE:
The Maserati Service Network can
provide you with any information
about the Maserati approved "Battery
Charger and Conditioner", available in
the "Genuine Accessories" range.
WARNING!
The process of charging or recharging
the battery produces hydrogen, a
dangerous gas that can explode and
cause serious injuries. When charging
or recharging the battery, follow the
recommended precautions at all
times:
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