Battery - Handling - Volvo S60 Owner's Manual

10 Maintenance and servicing
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Contains corrosive acid.
10
Risk of explosion
Recycle properly
NOTE
A used battery should be disposed of in an
environmentally responsible manner. Con-
sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery
to a recycling station.
Related information
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Battery – changing (p. 340)
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Battery – handling (p. 338)
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Battery – maintenance (p. 339)
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Battery – handling
The battery's service life is affected by the
number of starts, if it has been discharged,
driving style, driving conditions, weather con-
ditions ,etc.
Handling
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Check that the battery cables are cor-
rectly connected and tightened.
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Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running (for example, when
replacing the battery).
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If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
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The service life of a battery is affected by
factors such as the number of starts, driv-
ing conditions and climate. Extreme cold
may also further decrease the battery's
starting capacity.
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Because the battery's starting capacity
decreases with time, it may be necessary
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven
for an extended period of time or if the
vehicle is usually only driven short dis-
tances.
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Never use a quick charger to charge the
battery. Only traditional types of battery
chargers should be used.
CAUTION
The infotainment system's energy-saving
feature may not function correctly or at all,
and/or a message may be displayed if a
battery charger or jumper cables are not
connected properly.
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The negative terminal on the battery
must never be used to connect a
jumper cable or a battery charger.
Only the ground point on the chassis
may be used.
See Jump starting (p. 246) for an illustra-
tion and additional information.
WARNING
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Never expose the battery to open
flame or electric spark.
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Do not smoke near the battery.
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Battery fluid contains sulfuric acid. Do
not allow battery fluid to contact eyes,
skin, fabrics or painted surfaces. If
contact occurs, flush the affected area
immediately with water. Obtain medi-
cal help immediately if eyes are affec-
ted.
NOTE
The life of the battery is shortened if it
becomes discharged repeatedly.