Checking The Charge - Alfa Romeo 156 Owner's Manual

Incorrect fitting of electri-
cal accessories can serious-
ly damage the car. If after
buying the car, you wish to install
electric accessories (alarm, sound
system, radiotelephone, etc.) con-
tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices who will be able to suggest
the most suitable devices and
above all advise about the need to
use a more powerful battery.
If the car is to remain sta-
tionary for a long time in
very cold weather, remove
the battery and take it to a warm
place, otherwise it might freeze.
WARNING
When doing any work on
the battery or near it, al-
ways wear special protective gog-
gles.
WARNING
Working with a low fluid
level may damage the bat-
tery irreversibly, even causing it to
burst.

CHECKING THE CHARGE

The battery charge may be checked satis-
factorily using the indicator, and acting ac-
cording to the colour the indicator shows.
Refer to the table below or to the label
fig. 24 on the battery.
fig. 24
A0B0146m
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