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.
See also:
Information on standard screen
❒ Total odometer (A).
❒ Clock (B).
With ignition key removed and front doors closed the display is off.
With ignition key removed, when opening one of the front doors the display co ...
Switching on/off of the ASR system
The ASR function switches on automatically each time the engine is started.
When travelling the device can be switched off and on again pressing switch ASR
OFF on the centre console.
Switching o ...
If the battery is flat
First of all, read the “Vehicle maintenance” section for the steps to be taken
to avoid the battery running down and to ensure it has a long life.
IF THE BATTERY IS FLAT
Charging should be slow at ...