10 Maintenance and servicing
Battery – symbols
There are information and warning symbols
on the battery.
Battery – handling
Contains corrosive acid.
The battery's service life is affected by the
number of starts, if it has been discharged,
driving style, driving conditions, weather con-
ditions ,etc.
Symbols on the battery
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Wear protective goggles.
Handling
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Risk of explosion
Check that the battery cables are cor-
rectly connected and tightened.
Never disconnect the battery when the
engine is running (for example, when
replacing the battery).
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Keep away from children.
If the battery is fully discharged a number
of times, this may shorten its service life.
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Recycle properly
The service life of a battery is affected by
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factors such as the number of starts, driv-
ing conditions and climate. Extreme cold
may also further decrease the battery’s
starting capacity.
Avoid smoking, open
flames, and/or sparks.
Because the battery’s starting capacity
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NOTE
decreases with time, it may be necessary
to recharge it if the vehicle is not driven
for an extended period of time or if the
vehicle is usually only driven short dis-
tances.
A used battery should be disposed of in an
environmentally responsible manner. Con-
sult your Volvo retailer or take the battery
to a recycling station.
See the owner's manual.
Never use a quick charger to charge the
battery. Only traditional types of battery
chargers should be used.
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Related information
Battery – changing (p. 348)
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Battery – handling (p. 346)
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Battery – maintenance (p. 347)
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