The battery is a 12 V battery: this supplies the energy required to operate vehicle equipment (lights, windscreen wipers, audio system, etc) and certain safety systems, such as ABS.

You should not open it or add any fluid.

Maintenance/replacement

The charge status of the 12 volt battery 1 can decrease, especially if you use your vehicle:

  • when the outside temperature drops;
  • after extended use of energy-consuming devices with the engine switched off.
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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.

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The electric vehicle's drive system uses « High voltage » electric current.

This system can get hot during and after switching off the ignition. Respect warning messages given on the labels in the vehicle.

Any intervention or modification on the vehicle's « High voltage » electrical system (components, cables, connectors, traction battery) is strictly prohibited.

Risk of serious injury and/or electric shock which may endanger life.

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.

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Depending on the vehicle, in the event of a battery fault (disconnected, discharged battery, etc.), a reset of the steering wheel angle must be carried out Steering.

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For your own safety and for the proper operation of the vehicle’s electrical equipment (lights, windscreen wipers, ABS, etc.), any intervention on the 12 V battery (removal, disconnection, etc.) must categorically 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.

Contact an Authorised Dealer.

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To avoid damaging your vehicle, do not recharge the 12 V battery using:

  • an external battery charger;
  • a battery from another vehicle.

Please contact an authorised dealer.

Label A

Observe the indications on the battery

2 .

naked flames and smoking are forbidden;

3.

eye protection required;

4.

keep away from children;

5.

explosive materials;

6.

please consult the vehicle user manual;

7.

corrosive materials.

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Do not disconnect the 12 V battery.

Risk of serious burns or electric shocks.

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Do not use your electric vehicle to restart the 12 volt battery in another vehicle. The 12 volt electric power of an electric vehicle is not enough to perform such an operation. Risk of damage to the vehicle.

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When working under the bonnet, the bonnet may be hot. The engine cooling fan may also start at any moment.

Risk of injury.