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BATTERY<br />
Fiat <strong>Ducato</strong> battery is of the “Limited<br />
maintenance” and is fitted with indicator<br />
A-fig. 15 to check the electrolyte<br />
level and the charge.<br />
Under normal conditions of use it<br />
does not require topping up with distilled<br />
water. However, check it periodically<br />
through the control optical indicator<br />
that is placed on the battery<br />
cover and must be dark with a central<br />
green area.<br />
If the indicator is a bright colour, or<br />
dark without the green central area,<br />
contact a Fiat Dealership.<br />
fig. 15<br />
174 VEHICLE MAINTENANCE<br />
F0D0244m<br />
REPLACING THE BATTERY<br />
If required, replace the battery with<br />
a genuine spare part presenting the<br />
same specifications. If a battery with<br />
different specifications is fitted, the frequencies<br />
shown in the “Service Schedule”<br />
will no longer be valid. Refer to<br />
the instructions provided by the battery<br />
manufacturer.<br />
Batteries contain substances<br />
that are very<br />
harmful for the environment.<br />
You are advised to have the<br />
battery changed at a Fiat Dealership.<br />
It is properly equipped for<br />
disposing of used batteries in an<br />
environmentally-friendly way that<br />
complies with the law.<br />
WARNING<br />
The liquid in the battery is<br />
poisonous and corrosive.<br />
Do not let it touch the skin or eyes.<br />
Do not bring naked flames or possible<br />
sources or sparks near the battery:<br />
risk of fire and explosion.<br />
Incorrect fitting of electrical<br />
and electronic accessories<br />
can seriously<br />
damage the vehicle. If you want<br />
to add accessories after buying<br />
the vehicle antitheft system, radio,<br />
free-hand phone kit, etc.) visit<br />
a Fiat Dealership. They can suggest<br />
the most suitable accessories<br />
to get and check whether<br />
the electric system can support<br />
the required load or whether a<br />
higher capacity battery is required.