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BATTERY: breakdown
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure
that
all
electrical
equipment are switched off before
disconnecting or reconnecting the
battery.
- When charging, stop the charger
before
connecting
or
disconnecting the battery.
- Do not place metal objects on the
battery to avoid creating a short
circuit between the terminals.
Connecting a battery charger
With the engine off, it is essential to
disconnect the wires connected to
both battery terminals
, starting with
the negative terminal
.
Do not disconnect the battery when
the engine is running.
Follow the
instructions for use given by the
manufacturer of the battery charger
you are using.
Only a well-charged and well-
maintained battery will have a long
and useful life and enable you to
start the vehicle’s engine normally.
The battery must be kept clean and
dry.
Have the battery's charge status
checked regularly:
• Especially if you use your vehicle
for short journeys or for frequent
driving in town.
• When the external temperature
drops (in winter),
the charge
decreases
. In winter, only use
electrical equipment which is
really necessary.
• Finally, you should understand
that
the
charge
decreases
naturally as a result of certain
permanent consumers such as:
the clock, After-Sales accessories,
etc.
When many accessories are fitted to
the vehicle, have them connected to
+ after ignition feed
. In this case, it
is advisable to have your vehicle
fitted with a battery which has an
increased capacity. Contact your
RENAULT Dealer.
If your vehicle is to be left stationary
for
a
relatively
long
time,
disconnect the battery or have it
recharged regularly, in particular
during
cold
weather.
The
equipment with a memory, radio
and trip computer and warning
system will then have to be
reprogrammed. The battery must be
stored in a cool dry place, protected
from frost.
Special procedures may
be required to charge
some batteries. Contact
your RENAULT Dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which
may
cause
an
immediate
explosion and charge the battery
in a well-ventilated area.
Risk of serious injury.