10 Maintenance and service
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Starter battery - general
The starter battery is used to drive the starter
motor and other electrical equipment in the
car.
The car's traditional 12 V battery is here
called "starter battery" even if the hybrid bat-
tery (p. 373) is often used for starting the
internal combustion engine.
The service life and function of the starter
battery is influenced by factors such as the
number of starts, discharging, driving style,
driving conditions, climatic conditions, etc.
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Never disconnect the starter battery when
the engine is running.
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Check that the cables to the starter bat-
tery are correctly connected and properly
tightened.
Voltage (V) 12
Cold start capacity
A
-
CCA
B
(A)
760
Size, L×W×H (mm) 278×175×190
Capacity (Ah) 70
A
In accordance with EN standard.
B
Cold Cranking Amperes.
IMPORTANT
When replacing the starter battery, a bat-
tery of AGM
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type must be fitted.
IMPORTANT
If the starter battery is replaced, make sure
you replace it with a battery with the same
cold starting capacity and type as the orig-
inal battery (see the label on the battery).
NOTE
The starter battery's container size should
be consistent with the original battery's
dimensions.
WARNING
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The battery can generate oxyhydrogen
gas, which is highly explosive. A spark
can be formed if a jump lead is con-
nected incorrectly, and this can be
enough for the battery to explode.
•
The battery contains sulphuric acid,
which can cause serious burns.
•
If sulphuric acid comes into contact
with eyes, skin or clothing, flush with
large quantities of water. If acid
splashes into the eyes - seek medical
attention immediately.
IMPORTANT
When charging the starter battery, only
use a modern battery charger with con-
trolled charging voltage. Fast charging
function must not be used since it may
damage the battery.
NOTE
If both the starter battery and the hybrid
battery (p. 294) are discharged then both
batteries must be charged. In such a case,
charging only the hybrid battery first is not
possible.
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