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NOTE:
It will not be possible to open the trunk with a key
or by pushing the button in the passenger
compartment when the battery is disconnected.
So, always position the manual trunk opening
strap on the trunk lock before disconnecting the
P
RESSURE
W
ASHING
Cleaning the engine compartment with a high
pressure washer is not recommended.
BATTERY RECHARGING
I
MPORTANT
N
OTES
NOTE:
Before using the charging device, always make
sure that it is appropriate for the installed
battery, with constant voltage (below 14.8
Volts) and low amperage (maximum 15 Amps).
Recharge the battery in a well ventilated
environment.
Before using any devices to charge or to
maintain the charge of the battery, carefully
follow the instructions provided with the device
in order to properly and safely connect it to the
car battery.
You can recharge the battery without discon
-
necting the wires of the vehicle's electrical
system.
To reach the battery, remove the access panel
inside the trunk.
Battery Access Panel
Remove the protective cover and connect the
positive cable terminal of the charger (usually
red) to the positive terminal (+) of the battery.
Connect the negative terminal of the charger
(usually black) to nut next to the negative
terminal (-) of the battery.
Battery
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
CAUTION!
Precautions have been taken to safeguard all
parts and connections however, the pressures
generated by these machines is such that
complete protection against water ingress
cannot be guaranteed.
WARNING!
Never charge or recharge a frozen battery: it
may explode because of the nitrogen
trapped inside the ice crystals.
WARNING!
At all times while charging or recharging the
battery, make sure that any sparks or open
flames are kept sufficiently far away from the
battery.
WARNING!
1 — Protective Cover
2 — Negative Post (Nut)
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