The battery is of the “Limited maintenance” type: under normal conditions of use the electrolyte does not need topping up with distilled water.
CHECKING THE CHARGE fig. 22
The battery charge may be checked satisfactorily through the inspection slot using the indicator and acting according to the color the indicator shows.
Refer to the table below or to the plate (see figure) set on the battery.
The liquid in the battery is poisonous and corrosive.
Avoid contact with eyes and skin. Do not bring naked flames or possible sources of sparks near the battery: risk of fire and explosion.
Running the battery with low fluid level can damage the battery beyond repair
and could also cause its explosion.
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General information
The front and/or side airbags can be triggered if the vehicle is subjected to
strong knocks or impacts underneath, e.g. violent crashes into steps, kerbs or fixed
projections from the ground, fall ...
Steering column lock
Engaging
When the key is to STOP or PARK remove the key and turn the steering wheel until
it locks.
Disengaging
Rock the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.
WARNING
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Automatic Transmission — If Equipped
CAUTION!
Damage to the transmission may occur if the following precautions are not
observed:
• Move the shift lever into PARK only after the vehicle has come to a complete stop.
• Shift into o ...