battery location FIAT FULLBACK 2018 Owner handbook (in English)

Indicator list
Situation Red lamp Green lamp Cause Solution
When setting
the ignition
switch or the
operation
mode to
“ON”Illuminates (for
approx.
10 seconds)Illuminates (for
approx.
10 seconds)The system check is in processWait for a while. The indicator lamps extinguish
when the system check is complete. If the red lamp
and/or the green lamp do not illuminate, there is a
possible failure in the system. In this case,
immediately have the system inspected at a Fiat
Dealership
After approx.
20 seconds
after setting
the ignition
switch or the
operation
mode to
“ON”Extinguishes Extinguishes The system works normally —
Illuminates ExtinguishesThere is a possible failure in the
system or the battery may be
exhaustedImmediately have the system inspected at a Fiat
Dealership
While the
emergency
call is
activatedExtinguishesBlinks (at a
0.5 second
interval)The system calls the emergency
call centre—
ExtinguishesBlinks (at a
2 second
interval)The system transmits the location
and vehicle information to the
emergency call centre—
Extinguishes IlluminatesA conversation with an operator of
the emergency call centre is
availableMutually confirm the details of the emergency call
with the operator of the emergency call centre. If the
green lamp does not extinguish even after the
emergency call ends, have the system inspected at
a Fiat Dealership
When the
emergency
call failedIlluminates (for
approx.
60 seconds)Extinguishes The emergency call failedMake an emergency call again, or directly arrange
an emergency vehicle or road service with the
nearest public telephone, etc.
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NOTE Check to see if the battery is
securely installed and cannot be moved
during travel. Also check each terminal
for tightness.
NOTE When the vehicle is to be left
unused for a long period of time,
remove the battery and store it in a
place where the battery fluid will not
freeze. The battery should be stored
only in a fully charged condition.
WARNING
390)Battery liquid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with skin and
eyes. Keep naked flames and sources of
sparks away from the battery: risk of
explosion and fire.
391)Before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery cable through the suitable
terminal, after having waited at least one
minute from turning the ignition key to
STOP.
392)Keep sparks, cigarettes, and flames
away from the battery because the battery
could explode.
393)The battery electrolyte is extremely
caustic. Do not allow it to come in contact
with your eyes, skin, clothing, or the
painted surfaces of the vehicle. Spilt
electrolyte should be flushed immediately
with ample amounts of water. Irritation to
eyes or skin from contact with electrolyte
requires immediate medical attention.
394)Ventilate when charging or using the
battery in an enclosed space.395)Always wear protective eye goggles
when working near the battery.
396)Keep it out of reach of children.
397)Using the battery with insufficient fluid
irreparably damages the battery and may
cause an explosion.
IMPORTANT
191)Incorrect assembly of electrical and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your vehicle. Contact a Fiat
Dealership if you want to install accessories
after purchasing the vehicle (alarms,
radiophone, etc.): they will suggest the
most suitable devices and advise you
whether a higher capacity battery needs to
be installed.
192)If the vehicle needs to be off the road
for a long period under conditions of
intense cold, remove the battery and take it
to a heated location, otherwise it may
freeze.
193)Do not bring the nearby parts, the
plastic parts and so on into contact with
sulphuric acid (battery electrolyte) which
may crack, stain or discolour them. If they
are in contact, wipe off with soft cloth,
chamois or the like and an aqueous
solution of neutral detergent then
immediately rinse the affected parts with
plenty of water.
194)If the vehicle must remain unused for
a long time at a very low temperature,
remove the battery and take it to a warm
place, to avoid freezing.195)Never disconnect the battery when
the ignition switch or the operation mode is
in the “ON” position; doing so could
damage the vehicle’s electrical
components.
196)Never short-circuit the battery. This
could cause it to overheat and be
damaged.
197)If the battery is to be quick-charged,
first disconnect the battery cables.
198)In order to prevent a short circuit, be
sure to disconnect the negative (-) terminal
first.
IMPORTANT
4)Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact a Fiat
Dealership.
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