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In the event of a breakdown
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► Lift the plastic cover on the (+) terminal, if the
vehicle has one.
► Connect the cables of charger B as follows:
• the positive (+) red cable to the (+) terminal
of battery A,
• the negative (-) black cable to earth point C on
the vehicle.
► At the end of the charging operation, switch
off charger B before disconnecting the cables
from battery A.
If this label is present, use only a 12V
charger to avoid causing irreversible
damage to the electrical components.
24V
12V
Disconnecting/reconnecting the battery
In order to maintain an adequate state of
charge for starting the engine, we recommend
disconnecting the battery if the vehicle is to be
unused for an extended period.
Before disconnecting the battery:
► Close all openings (doors, boot, windows,
roof).
► Switch off all electricity-consuming devices
(audio system, wipers, lamps, etc.).
► Switch off the ignition and wait for 4minutes.
After accessing the battery, it is only necessary to
disconnect the (+) terminal.
Quick-release terminal clamp
Disconnecting the (+) terminal
► Depending on equipment, lift the plastic cover
on the (+) terminal.
► Raise leverA fully to release clampB.
► Remove clampB by lifting it off.
Reconnecting the (+) terminal
► Raise leverA fully.
► Refit open clampB on the (+) terminal.
► Push clampB fully down.
► Lower leverA to lock clampB.
► Depending on equipment, lower the plastic
cover on the (+) terminal.
Do not force the lever when pressing on it,
as if the clamp is not positioned correctly,
locking will then not be possible. Start the
procedure again.
The Stop & Start system may not be
operational during the trip following the
first engine start.
In this case, the system will only be available
again after a continuous period with the
vehicle immobilised, the duration of which
depends on the exterior temperature and the
state of charge of the battery (up to about 8
hours).
With Rechargeable hybrid
engines
The rechargeable hybrid system has two
accessory batteries: one at the front and one at
the rear of the vehicle.
Replacing the accessory batteries
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.