4.6
Maintenance
Refer to the Maintenance Document for
your vehicle.
The battery is a specific
type, please ensure it is
replaced with the same
type. Consult an approved
dealer.
Handle the battery with care
as it contains sulphuric acid,
which must not come into
contact with eyes or skin. If
it does, wash the affected area with
plenty of cold water. If necessary,
consult a doctor.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come into
contact with the battery as there is a
risk of explosion.
12 VOLT BATTERY (1/2)
The charge status of the 12 volt bat-
tery 1 can decrease, especially if you
use your vehicle:
– when the outside temperature drops;
– after extended use of energy-con-
suming devices (radio etc.) with the
engine switched off.
Replacement
As this operation is complex, we advise
you to contact an approved Dealer.
1
Do not work on the 12 volt
battery (charging, replac-
ing, etc.):
– without switching off the
ignition;
– if your traction battery is charging
Please refer to the information
on “Electric vehicle: charging” in
Section 1.
Risk of serious injury.
Replacing the 12 volt bat-
tery:
For your own safety, you
must respect the replace-
ment intervals (without exceeding
them) as stated in the maintenance
document.