To avoid all risk of sparks:

  • Ensure that the "energy consumers" (ceiling lights, etc.) are switched off before disconnecting or reconnecting a battery;
  • when charging, switch off the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery;
  • do not place any metal objects on the battery as this may create a short circuit across the terminals;
  • wait for at least five minutes after switching off the engine before disconnecting the battery;
  • make sure that you reconnect the battery terminals after refitting.
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Depending on the vehicle, in the event of a battery fault (disconnected, discharged battery, etc.), the steering wheel angle must be reset Steering.

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Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition Starting, stopping the engine.

Connecting a battery charger

The battery charger must be compatible with a battery with nominal voltage of 12 volts.

Do not disconnect the battery while the engine is running. Follow the instructions given by the manufacturer of the battery charger you are using.

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Special procedures may be required to charge some batteries. Contact your approved 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.

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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.

Keep any flames, red hot objects or sparks away from the battery components (risk of explosion).

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

Risk of injury.

Starting the vehicle using the battery from another vehicle

If you have to use the battery from another vehicle to start, obtain suitable jump leads (with a large cross section) from an Approved Dealer or, if you already have jump leads, ensure that they are in perfect condition.

The two batteries must have an identical nominal voltage: 12 V. The battery supplying the current should have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which is at least the same as that of the discharged battery.

Ensure that there is no risk of contact between the two vehicles (risk of short circuiting when the positive terminals are connected) and that the discharged battery is properly connected. Switch off your vehicle ignition.

Battery in engine compartment

The battery is not directly accessible.

Use terminal 1 ( + ) and terminal 2 ( – ) in the engine compartment.

Raise the cover 3 of terminal 1 (+).

Attach the positive cable A to terminal 1 (+) then to terminal5 (+) of the battery supplying the current.

Attach the negative cable B to terminal 4 (–) of the battery supplying the current then to terminal2 (–).

Start the engine of the vehicle supplying the current and run it at an intermediate engine speed.

If your vehicle's engine does not start immediately, switch off the ignition and wait a few seconds before repeating the operation.

With the engine running, disconnect the cables A and B in the reverse order (2 - 4 - 5 - 1).

Reposition the cover 3 of the terminal 1 (+).

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Ensure that there is no contact between cables A and B and that positive cable A is not in contact with any metallic component in the vehicle supplying the current.

Risk of injury and/or damage to the vehicle.