The 12V battery 1 does not require any maintenance. (On E-Tech full hybrid version, it is located in the luggage compartment.) You should not open it or add any fluid.

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Handle the battery with care as it contains sulphuric acid which must not come into contact with the eyes or skin. If it does, wash the affected area with plenty of cold water. If necessary, consult a doctor.

Ensure that naked flames, red hot objects and sparks do not come into contact with the battery as there is a risk of explosion.

Depending on the vehicle, a system continuously checks the battery charge status. If this decreases, the “Battery Now In Standby Mode” message appears on the instrument panel followed by “Battery Low Start Engine”. In this case, start the engine and the message on the instrument panel will disappear.

Note : the message “Battery Now In Standby Mode” may be displayed after 5 to 30 minutes of vehicle use with the engine stopped to warn the user that power consuming functions (interior lighting, radio, navigation, ventilation, accessories power supply, etc.) may be automatically cut off.

The charge status of your battery can decrease especially if you use your vehicle :

  • for short journeys ;
  • in an urban setting ;
  • when the temperature is low ;
  • after extended use of energy-consuming devices (radio, etc.) with the engine switched off ;
  • after a prolonged period of parking.
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Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition. Vehicle with card.

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Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. In addition, the engine cooling fan may start at any moment. The 2_ALL_290_1_pictogramme.png warning light in the engine compartment reminds you of this.

Risk of injury.

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For your own safety and to ensure the proper operation of the vehicle’s electrical equipment (lights, windscreen wipers, ABS etc.), any intervention on the 12V battery (removal, disconnection etc.) must ALWAYS be performed by a specialist professional.

Risk of serious burns or electric shocks.

Respect categorically the replacement intervals (without exceeding them) as stated in the maintenance document.

The battery is a specific type. Please ensure it is replaced with the same type.

Call an approved Dealer.

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Observe the indications on the battery :

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naked flames and smoking are forbidden ;
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eye protection required ;
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keep away from children ;
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flammable materials ;
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please consult the vehicle user manual ;
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corrosive substances.
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Do not disconnect the 12V battery.

Risk of serious burns or electric shocks.

Replacing the battery

As this operation is complex, we advise you to contact an approved Dealer.

warning

For your own safety and for the proper operation of the vehicle's electrical equipment (lights, windscreen wipers, ABS, etc.), any intervention on the battery (removal, disconnection, etc.) must categorically be performed by a specialist professional.

Risk of serious burns or electric shocks.

You must respect the replacement intervals (without exceeding them) as stated in the maintenance document.

The battery is a specific type. Please ensure it is replaced with the same type.

Call an approved Dealer.