If the battery is not used, it will discharge by itself
with time.
Check it once every 4 weeks and charge with low
current as necessary.
NOTE
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For petrol-powered vehicles with turbocharg-
er, the battery upper cover does not need to
be removed to check the battery electrolyte
level.
During cold weather
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The capacity of the battery is reduced at low tem-
peratures.
This is an inevitable result of its chemi-
cal and physical properties.
This is why a very cold battery, particularly one
that is not fully charged, will only deliver a fraction
of the starter current which is normally available.
We recommend you to have the battery checked be-
fore the start of cold weather and, if necessary,
have it charged or replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting, but a bat-
tery which is kept fully charged also has a longer life.
Disconnection and connection
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To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine,
first
disconnect the negative (-) terminal and then
the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, first connect the posi-
tive (+) terminal and then the negative (-) terminal.
NOTE
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For petrol-powered vehicles with turbocharg-
er,
remove the battery upper cover before dis-
connecting the terminal of battery. Refer to
“Removing and installing the battery upper
cover” on page 8-10.
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Open the terminal cover (A) before discon-
necting or connecting the positive (+) termi-
nal of the battery.
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Loosen the nut (B), and then disconnect the
battery cable from the positive (+) terminal.
WARNING
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Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames away
from the battery because the battery
could explode.
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The battery electrolyte is extremely caus-
tic. Do not allow it to come in contact
with your eyes, skin, clothing, or the pain-
ted surfaces of the vehicle.
Spilt electrolyte should be flushed imme-
diately with ample amounts of water.
Irritation to eyes or skin from contact
with electrolyte requires immediate medi-
cal attention.
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Ventilate when charging or using the bat-
tery in an enclosed space.
CAUTION
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Keep it out of reach of children.
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Never
disconnect the battery when the ig-
nition switch is in the “ON” position. Do-
ing so could damage electric components.
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Never short-circuit the battery. This
could cause it to overheat and be damaged.
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If the battery is to be quick-charged, first
disconnect the battery cables.
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In order to prevent a short circuit, be
sure to disconnect the negative (-) termi-
nal first.
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Always wear protective eye goggles when
working near the battery.
Maintenance
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