If the vehicle is left inac-
tive for long periods at
cold, remove the battery
and store it in a warm place to
prevent freezing.
– the ceiling lights must be off. The
vehicle is however provided with an
automatic system for switching off in-
ternal lights;
IMPORTANT A battery which is
kept at a charge of less than 50% for
any length of time will be damaged by
sulphation leading to a reduction in
cranking power and a higher risk of
the battery electrolyte freezing (this
may even occur at –10°C).
– do not keep accessories (e.g. sound
system, hazard lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running;
If the vehicle is inactive for a long pe-
riod of time, refer to the “Vehicle
storage” paragraph in section “Driving
your vehicle”.
– before performing any operation
on the electrical system, disconnect
the battery negative cable;
When working on the
battery or near it, always
wear the
If you want to add accessories after
buying the vehicle (alarm system, free-
hand phone kit, etc.) visit a Fiat Deal-
ership. They can suggest the most suit-
able accessories to get and check
whether the electric system can sup-
port the required load or whether a
larger capacity battery is required.
– battery terminals shall always be
perfectly tightened.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR
LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF
YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and
lengthen its life, observe the follow-
ing indications:
These devices will, in fact, run off the
battery even when the key is not in-
serted (vehicle parked) and can deploy
the battery.
– when you park the vehicle, ensure
the doors, tailgate and bonnet are
closed properly;
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