Seat Tarraco 2022 Owner's Manual page 348

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 switch-
ing on the ignition, several control lamps may
light up. These lamps go out after a short dis-
tance 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 calculated
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page 16 . In this case it will be necessary
to take into account the maximum maintenance
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intervals allowed page 367.
Vehicles with a "Keyless Access" system
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page 85: 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.
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Checking and refilling levels
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.
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
chargers, to the 12-volt socket or cigarette
lighter, to charge the 12-volt battery. This
could damage the vehicle's electrical sys-
tem.
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.