Ferrari Portofino, Manual

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ADVICE FOR EMERGENCY SITUATIONS
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Warning
The battery does not need topping up with distilled water or sulphuric
acid.
Warning
The battery must only be removed from the vehicle by the Ferrari
Service Network. Removal of or damage to the battery affect the
vehicle software ECUs and may result in error codes, data loss or
inaccurate data.
Warning
Do not place the battery near sources of heat, sparks or naked flames.
The vehicle is equipped with a sealed lead acid battery that does not
require maintenance.
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Periodically check that the terminals and pins are clean and firmly
secured.
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Visually inspect the outer casing for any cracks.
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If the battery overcharges, it will wear out quickly.
Have the vehicle electrical system checked if the battery tends to
discharge easily.
Disconnecting the battery
Before disconnecting the battery, deactivate the electronic alarm using
the remote control.
Warning
Never disconnect the battery from the electrical system when the
engine is running.
Before disconnecting the battery, lower the side windows by at least 2-
3 centimetres to avoid damaging the strips when opening and closing
the doors.
Warning
When the battery is connected and charged, this operation is
automatically performed when the doors are opened and closed. The
windows must remain lowered until the charged battery is reconnected.
If the battery is discharged and the windows are fully up, only open the
doors when strictly necessary and take great care; do not close them
again until the windows can be lowered.
Important note
We recommend using the battery conditioner if the vehicle is going to
left unused for a long period.