Starter Battery - General - Volvo XC 70 Owner's Manual

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Starter battery - general

The starter battery is used to drive the starter
motor and other electrical equipment in the
car.
The service life and function of the starter bat-
tery is influenced by factors such as the num-
ber of starts, discharging, driving style, driving
conditions, climatic conditions, etc.
The starter battery is a traditional 12 V bat-
tery.
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Never disconnect the starter battery when
the engine is running.
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Check that the cables to the starter bat-
tery are correctly connected and properly
tightened.
Engine
Petrol
(Ethanol)
Voltage (V) 12
Cold start
capacity A - 520–800
B
CCA (A)
A In accordance with SAE or EN standard.
B Cold Cranking Amperes.
IMPORTANT
If the starter battery is replaced, make sure
you replace it with a battery with the same
cold starting capacity and type as the orig-
inal battery (see the label on the battery).
NOTE
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The starter battery's container size
should be consistent with the original
battery's dimensions.
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The starter battery's height is different
depending on size.
WARNING
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The battery can generate oxyhydrogen
gas, which is highly explosive. A spark
can be formed if a jump lead is con-
Diesel
nected incorrectly, and this can be
enough for the battery to explode.
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The battery contains sulphuric acid,
12
which can cause serious burns.
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If sulphuric acid comes into contact
700–800
with eyes, skin or clothing, flush with
large quantities of water. If acid
splashes into the eyes - seek medical
attention immediately.