MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE
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Connecting the battery terminals
CAUTION
Remove the key from the ignition switch.
Turn o all consumers.
Connect the positive terminals. Do not
confuse terminals!
• Connect the negative terminals.
• Fit the battery cover.
• Perform the following when the
power is disconnected (e.g. when
the terminals are disconnected and
connected again).
• Set the clock.
Removing the battery cover
Open the upper connection profi le of the
step bracket under the battery cover in the
direction of the arrow.
Then pull the battery cover to yourself in
the arrow direction and remove easily.
A er the battery replacement; if the
replacement is made outside authorized
service and parameter update is not
performed, "replacement notifi cation"
signal is sent for 10 seconds.
In this case, the hazard lights button must
be pressed 8 times within 14 seconds
while the ignition is on.
Flashing of the battery condition indicator
indicates that the battery charge level is
very low. In this case, best method is to
leave the vehicle running in the shortest
possible time in order to charge the
batteries.
Checking the electrolyte level
CAUTION
Battery box is coloured white to allow
that the fl uid can be seen from the
outside. Refer to the min/max. signs to
understand if the fl uid level is adequate.
Check the battery acid concentration
level every six months or 40.000 km.
Tap water decreases battery power. Only
add demineralized or distilled water.
Do not use a metal hone when you are
fi lling the batteries. There is a risk of
short circuit.
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