12 VOLT BATTERY: troubleshooting
To avoid all risk of sparks:
- Ensure that any power consumers (courtesy lights, etc.) are switched off before disconnecting or reconnecting a battery;
- when charging, stop the charger before connecting or disconnecting the battery;
- do not place metal objects on the battery as this could create a short circuit between the terminals;
- always wait at least five minutes after the engine has been switched off before disconnecting a battery;
- make sure that you reconnect the battery terminals after refitting.
Connecting a battery charger
The battery charger must be compatible with a battery with nominal voltage of 12 volts.
Do not disconnect the battery when the engine is running. Follow the instructions given by the manufacturer of the battery charger you are using.
Before carrying out any action in the engine compartment, you must switch off the ignition. STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE.
Special procedures may be required to charge some batteries. Contact your approved dealer.
Avoid all risk of sparks which may cause an immediate explosion, and charge the battery in a well ventilated area.
Risk of serious injury.
Handle the battery with care as it contains sulphuric acid, which must not come into contact with eyes or skin. If it does, wash the affected area with plenty of cold water. If necessary, consult a doctor.
Keep naked flames, red hot objects and sparks away from the battery components as there is a risk of explosion.
Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. In addition, the engine cooling fan may start at any moment. The warning light in the engine compartment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
Starting the vehicle using the battery from another vehicle
If you have to use the battery from another vehicle to start, obtain suitable jump leads (with a large cross section) from an approved dealer or, if you already have jump leads, ensure that they are in perfect condition.
The two batteries must have an identical nominal voltage: 12 volts. The battery supplying the current should have a capacity (amp-hours, Ah) which is at least the same as that of the discharged battery.
Ensure that there is no risk of contact between the two vehicles (risk of short circuiting when the positive terminals are connected) and that the discharged battery is properly connected. Switch off your vehicle ignition.
Note: on the E-Tech full hybrid version, as the battery cannot be directly accessed, it is necessary to use the remote terminals located in the engine compartment.
Refer to the following pages.
Do not use your E-Tech full hybrid vehicle to restart a “12 Volt” battery in another vehicle. The electrical power in the secondary “12 V” battery of an E-Tech full hybrid vehicle is not sufficient for this operation.
Risk of damage to the vehicle.
Handle the battery with care as it contains sulphuric acid, which must not come into contact with eyes or skin. If it does, wash the affected area with plenty of cold water. If necessary, consult a doctor.
Keep naked flames, red hot objects and sparks away from the battery components as there is a risk of explosion.
Please note when working close to the engine that it may be hot. In addition, the engine cooling fan may start at any moment. The warning light in the engine compartment reminds you of this.
Risk of injury.
Battery in the engine compartment
The battery is not directly accessible.
Use the terminal 1 (+) and the terminal 2 (-) in the engine compartment.
Raise the cover 3 of the terminal 1 (+).
Battery in the engine compartment (continued)
Attach the positive cable A to the terminal 1 (+) then to the terminal 5 (+) of the battery supplying the current.
Attach the negative cable B to the terminal 4 (-) of the battery supplying the current and then to the terminal 2 (-).
Start the engine of the vehicle and run it at an intermediate engine speed.
If your vehicle’s engine does not start immediately, switch off the ignition and wait a few seconds before repeating the operation.
With the engine running, disconnect the A and B cables in the reverse order (2 - 4 - 5 - 1).
Reposition the cover 3 of the terminal 1 (+).
Check that there is no contact between leads A and B and that the positive lead A is not touching any metal parts on the vehicle supplying the current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to the vehicle.
Battery in the luggage compartment
(E-Tech full hybrid version)
The battery is not directly accessible.
You must use the remote terminals.
Use the terminal 6 (-) and the terminal 7 (+) in the engine compartment.
Raise the cover 8 of the terminal 7 (+).
It is forbidden to disconnect the positive cable in the engine compartment.
Risk of the engine starting inadvertently.
Risk of burns by projection of sparks.
Battery in the luggage compartment (continued)
(E-Tech full hybrid version)
Attach the positive cable A to the terminal 7 (+), then to the terminal 5 (+) of the battery supplying the current.
Attach the negative cable B to the terminal 4 (-) of the battery supplying the current and then to the terminal 6 (-).
Start the engine of the vehicle and run it at an intermediate engine speed.
If your vehicle’s engine does not start immediately, switch off the ignition and wait a few seconds before repeating the operation.
With the engine running, disconnect the A and B cables in the reverse order (6- 4 - 5 - 7).
Reposition the cover 8 of the terminal 7 (+).
Check that there is no contact between leads A and B and that the positive lead A is not touching any metal parts on the vehicle supplying the current.
Risk of injury and/or damage to the vehicle.