Seat Ibiza 2024 - Alternator Fault

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efilling levels
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12-volt battery
WARNING
Charging the 12-volt battery creates a highly
e
xplosive mixture of detonating gases.
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Only charge the 12-volt battery in a well-
v
entilated place.
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Never charge a 12-volt battery that is fro-
z
en or has thawed. When the battery is dis-
charged, it may freeze at temperatures close
to 0°C (+32°F).
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If the 12-volt battery has frozen, have it re-
pl
aced without fail.
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A short circuit may occur if the wires are
incorr
ectly connected to the poles. First
connect the positive cable and then the neg-
ative one.
NOTICE
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Never connect or disconnect the 12-volt
batt
ery when the ignition is switched on or
the engine is running. Also, never use a 12-
volt battery that does not meet the vehicle's
battery specifications. The electrical system
or certain electronic components could be
damaged and electrical malfunctions could
occur.
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Never connect accessories that supply
po
wer, such as solar panels or battery
chargers, to the 12-volt socket or cigarette
lighter, to charge the 12-volt battery. This
could damage the vehicle's electrical sys-
tem.
For the sake of the environment
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The battery may contain toxic substances,
such as sulphuric acid and l
ead. Dispose of
the 12 volt battery in accordance with the
applicable regulations.
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Electrolyte can contaminate the environ-
ment. If any oper
ating fluid leaks out, collect
it and dispose of it properly.
Troubleshooting
Alternator fault
The contr
ol lamp lights up in RED. The following
messages may be displayed:
The 12 V battery does not charge.
Park safely!
St
op driving! Stop the vehicle at the next
opportunity and in a safe place. The vehicle's
battery is no longer charged from the alterna-
tor while driving, or there is a fault in the 12-volt
on-board network. As the battery gradually dis-
charges, switch o all electrical devices that
are not essential.
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Switch o the ignition and any electrical con-
sumers that are not required.
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Contact a specialised workshop.
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Request a check of the electrical system.
12 volt battery
The indicat
or lamp lights up YELLOW. The fol-
lowing message is displayed:
Low level of the 12 V vehicle bat-
tery. Charge while driving
Starting capacity may be limited. If this driver
message goes out after a certain amount of
time, the vehicle's battery has recharged while
driving and reached a sucient level. If the
driver message does not go out, take the vehi-
cle to a specialized workshop.
12 volt battery
The indicat
or lamp lights up YELLOW. The fol-
lowing message is displayed:
Error: 12 V vehicle battery. Engine
cannot be started. Go to the work-
shop.
There is a fault in the connection between the
on-board network and the 12-volt battery.
If the engine is switched o in this situation, it
cannot be restarted. If necessary, use the jump
leads ›››page244 or seek assistance from
qualified personnel.
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Contact a specialised workshop.
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Request a check of the electrical system.