BATTERY
5
Maintenance - 127
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The battery
1
does not require any
maintenance. You must not open it
or perform any added liquid.
The charge status of your battery can
decrease especially if you use your ve-
hicle :
– for short journeys.
– for driving in town.
– when the temperature drops.
– after extended use of consumers
(radio etc.) with the engine switched
off.
Handle the battery with
care as it contains sul-
phuric acid, which must
not come into contact
with eyes or skin. If it does, wash
the affected area with plenty of
water and see a doctor if neces-
sary.
Ensure that naked flames, red hot
objects and sparks do not come
into contact with the battery as
there is a risk of explosion.
For your safety and the
proper operation of the
vehicle’s electrical equip-
ment (lights, windscreen
wipers, braking assistance etc.),
any work on the 12 V battery (re-
moval, disconnection etc. ) must
be carried out by a specialist pro-
fessional.
Risk of serious burns or electric
shocks.
Respect categorically the replace-
ment intervals (without exceeding
them) as stated in the mainte-
nance document.
The battery is a specific type.
Please ensure it is replaced with
the same type.Contact an Autho-
rised Dealer.