Operation In Winter - Skoda Citigo Owner's Manual

Operation in winter

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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 115.
At low temperatures, the vehicle battery only has part of the initial power output
that it has at normal temperatures.
A discharged vehicle battery may already freeze at temperatures just below 0
°C.
We therefore recommend that you have the battery checked and, if necessary, re-
charged by a ŠKODA Service Partner before the start of the winter.
Charging a vehicle battery
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 115.
A properly charged vehicle battery is essential for reliably starting the engine.
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Switch off the ignition and all of the electrical components.
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Only for "quick-charging": Disconnect both battery cables (first of all "negative",
then "positive").
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Attach the terminal clamps of the charger to the battery terminals (red = "posi-
tive", black = "negative").
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Only now plug the mains cable of the charger into the power socket and switch
on the device.
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When charging is completed: Switch off the charger and remove the mains ca-
ble from the power socket.
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Only then disconnect the charger's terminal clamps.
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Reconnect the cables to the battery, if necessary (first of all "positive", then
"negative").
It is not normally necessary to disconnect the cables of the battery if you re-
charge the vehicle battery using low amperages (as for example from a mini-
charger). In any case, refer to the instructions from the charger manufacturer.
A charging current of 0.1 of the total vehicle battery capacity (or lower) is that
which should be used until full charging is achieved.
It is, however, necessary to disconnect both cables before charging the battery
with high amperages, so-called "quick-charging".
"Quick-charging" the vehicle battery is dangerous and requires a special charger
and specialist knowledge. We therefore recommend that vehicle batteries are
quick-charged by a specialist garage.
The vent plugs of the vehicle battery should not be opened for charging.
CAUTION
On vehicles with the "START/STOP" system, the pole terminal of the charger must
not be connected directly to the negative terminal of the vehicle battery, but only
to the engine earth » page 136.
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Disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 115.
On disconnecting and reconnecting the vehicle battery the following functions
are initially deactivated or are no longer able to operate fault-free:
Operation
Enter radio code number
Setting the clock
Data in the multi-functional indicator are de-
leted.
Note
We recommend having the vehicle checked by a ŠKODA Service Partner to ensure
the full functionality of all electrical systems.
Replacing the vehicle battery
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First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings on page 115.
When replacing a battery, the new vehicle battery must have the same capacity,
voltage, amperage and be the same size. Suitable types of vehicle batteries can
be purchased from a ŠKODA Service Partner.
Operating measure
see Radio Operating Instructions
» page 14
» page 12
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Inspecting and replenishing
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