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WARNING<br />
If the vehicle is to stand for<br />
a long time in the cold, remove<br />
the battery and store it in a<br />
warm place to avoid it freezing.<br />
WARNING<br />
When working on the battery<br />
or near it, always wear<br />
the proper goggles.<br />
WARNING<br />
Running the battery with<br />
low fluid level can damage<br />
the battery beyond repair and<br />
could also cause its explosion.<br />
CHECKING THE CHARGE<br />
The battery charge may be checked<br />
satisfactorily through the indicator and<br />
acting according to the colour the indicator<br />
shows.<br />
Refer to the table below or to the label<br />
B-fig. 15 on the battery.<br />
Bright<br />
white colour<br />
Dark colour without green<br />
area in the centre<br />
Dark colour with green<br />
area in the centre<br />
Top up electrolyte<br />
Low charge level<br />
Electrolyte level<br />
and charge sufficient<br />
USEFUL ADVICE FOR<br />
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF<br />
YOUR BATTERY<br />
When you park the vehicle, ensure<br />
the doors are closed properly. The<br />
ceiling lights must be off.<br />
Do not keep accessories (e.g.: sound<br />
system, hazard lights, etc.) switched<br />
on for a long time when the engine is<br />
not running.<br />
IMPORTANT A battery which is<br />
kept at a charge of less than 50% for<br />
any length of time will be damaged by<br />
sulphation leading to a reduction in<br />
cranking power and a higher risk of the<br />
battery electrolyte freezing (this may<br />
even occur at –10 °C).<br />
Contact a<br />
Fiat Dealership<br />
Charge the battery<br />
(advisable to contact a Fiat<br />
Dealership)<br />
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VEHICLE MAINTENANCE<br />
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