PEUGEOT ION Handbook page 93

Disconnect the negative (-) terminal.
Lift the protective cover on the (+) terminal 2 .
Slacken nut 3.
Disconnect the positive (+) terminal.
Remove the battery.
Charge the battery following the
instructions given by the manufacturer of
the battery charger.
Reconnect the battery starting with the (+)
cable.
Ensure that the battery posts and cable
terminals are clean. If they are covered
with sulphates (whitish or greenish
deposit), disconnect and clean them.
Never charge the battery without
first disconnecting the terminals and
removing it from the vehicle.
Do not disconnect the terminals when
the "Ready" lamp is on, nor when the
vehicle is being charged.
Before disconnecting
You must wait 2 minutes after switching
off the ignition before disconnecting the
battery.
After reconnecting
After reconnecting the battery, switch
on the ignition and wait 1 minute
before starting, to allow initialisation
of the electronic systems. However,
if minor problems persist after doing
this, contact a PEUGEOT dealer or a
qualified workshop.
Remember to enter the radio code
yourself, referring to the relevant
section.
Practical information
Batteries contain harmful substances
such as sulphuric acid and lead. They
must be disposed of in line with legal
requirements and never put out with
household waste.
Take used batteries to an authorised
collection point.
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