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Battery
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
S
T
U
V
W
X
Y
Z
Responding to warning symbols
f
Please see chapter „Warning and Information
Messages“ on page 253.
Observe the safety symbols on the
battery
Battery care
Laying up the vehicle
e
If the vehicle is to be parked up for long periods in
the garage or workshop, close doors, covers, and
lids.
e
Remove the vehicle key or, if necessary, discon-
nect the battery.
Display
Meaning
If the battery charge is low, one of
these symbols appears on the
multifunction display.
There is a fault in the generator.
Consult the Owner’s Manual
Wear protective goggles
Keep batteries away from children
Risk of explosion
A highly explosive electrolytic gas mixture
can form when charging the battery, there-
fore:
Fire, sparks, naked flames and smoking are
prohibited
Avoid sparking and short circuits when
handling cables and electrical devices.
Danger of caustic burns
Battery acid is highly corrosive, hence:
protective gloves and goggles must be worn.
Do not tilt the battery, as acid can escape
from the degassing outlet.
First aid
Immediately wash out any acid splashed in
the eyes with clean water for a number of
minutes.
Immediately seek medical attention from a
doctor.
Use soapy water to neutralize any acid
splashed onto skin or clothing and rise with
plenty of water.
If acid is accidentally ingested, immediately
seek medical attention from a doctor.
Disposal
Hand in old batteries at a battery collection
point.
Never dispose of old batteries as household
waste.
Information
A good battery charge state will help prevent the
battery from freezing. A discharged battery can
freeze even at 32 °F (0 °C), but a fully charged one
only freezes at –40 °F (–40 °C).
What do I
want to do?
What action do I need to take?
Prevent
battery from
discharging
e
Switch off any electrical
consumers not required on
short trips.
e
When leaving the vehicle,
switch off the ignition and
remove the vehicle key.
e
Avoid using the PCM when the
engine is stopped.
Battery care
e
Keep the surface of the battery
clean and dry.
e
Make sure the connections to
the battery terminals are
secure.
Preparations
for winter use
e
Have the battery checked
before winter begins.
Charging the
battery
e
Never attempt to charge a
frozen or damaged battery.
f
Please see chapter „Charging
the battery“ on page 54.
Information
The alarm system is disabled when the battery is
disconnected. If the vehicle was locked before the
battery was disconnected, reconnection will trigger
the alarm system.
f
Please see chapter „Alarm System“ on page 45.
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