Maserati Gransport, Owner'S Manual, Page: 190 / 210

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Battery
WARNING: Ventilation hose: The
battery generates hydrogen gas, which
is flammable and explosive. The
battery is fitted with a ventilation hose
which vents hydrogen gas out of the
battery compartment throught a
ventilation opening in the bottom of
this compartment. If the battery must
be replaced, it is essential that the
ventilation hose is properly connected
to the battery and that it is routed
through the ventilation opening
provided (see illustration).
Be sure the ventilation hose is free of
the debris. Only use replacement
batteries equipped with a ventilation
hose. Consult your local
Authorized
Maserati Dealer .
Useful hints for extending the
life of the battery
When parking the car, make sure that
the doors, trunk, hood and flaps are
properly closed. All interior lights
should be off.
When the engine is turned off, do not
keep the connected devices switched
on for a long time (for example the
radio, the hazard warning lights, the
fan, etc.).
WARNING: If the battery charge
remains below 50% for a long period
of time, it will be damaged due to
sulfating; its performance and starting
power will be reduced and it will be
more subject to freezing (this can
happen even at 14 °F (–10 °C).
We recommend to have the battery
charge condition checked, preferably
at the beginning of the cold season, to
prevent the electrolyte from freezing.
This check should be carried out more
frequently if the car is used mainly for
short trips or if it is equipped with
power absorbing devices that remain
permanently on even if when the
ignition key is removed. This applies
especially if these devices have been
fitted "after market".
If the car is not used for long periods of
time, please refer to the section “If the
car is not used for long periods” on
page 208.
WARNING: If additional systems have
to be fitted in the car, there is the risk
of creating dangerous branches
changes in the design of the original
electric wiring.