Renault clio 2001 - Battery

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BATTERY: breakdown
In the event of a fault:
Isolate the battery by unscrewing
one of the terminals.
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that the consumers are
disconnected before
disconnecting or reconnecting the
battery.
- When charging, stop the charger
before connecting or
disconnecting the battery.
- Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short
circuit between the terminals.
Connecting a battery charger
Both battery leads must be
disconnected (engine switched off).
Do not disconnect the battery when
the engine is running. Follow the
instructions for use given by the
manufacturer of the battery charger
you are using.
Only a well-charged and
well-maintained battery will have a
long and useful life and enable you
to start the vehicle’s e ngine
normally.
The battery must be kept clean and
dry.
Have the battery's charge status
checked regularly:
• especially if you use your vehicle
for short journeys or for frequent
driving in town;
• When the external temperature
drops (in winter), the charge
decreases. In winter, only use
those electrical components
which are really necessary.
• Finally, you should understand
that the charge decreases
naturally as a result of certain
permanent consumers such as:
the clock, after sales accessories...
When a large number of accessories
are fitted to the vehicle, have them
connected to + after ignition feed.
In this case, it is advisable to have
your vehicle fitted with a battery
which has an increased nominal
capacity. Consult your Renault
Dealer.
If your vehicle is to be left stationary
for a relatively long time,
disconnect the battery or have it
recharged regularly, in particular
during cold weather. The
equipment with a memory, radio
and trip computer will then have to
be reprogrammed. The battery must
be stored in a cool dry place,
protected from frost.
Specific procedures may
be required to charge
some batteries. Consult
your Dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which
may cause an immediate
explosion and charge the battery
in a well-ventilated area.
Risk of serious injury.