If required, replace the battery with a genuine spare part having the same specifications.
If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the service intervals given in the “Service schedule” in this section will no longer be valid. Refer to the instructions provided by the battery manufacturer.
Incorrect fitting of electrical and electronic accessories can seriously damage the car. If after buying the car, you want to install electric accessories which require permanent electric supply (alarm, sound system, free-hand phone kit, etc.) contact Fiat Dealership whose qualified personnel, in addition to suggesting the most suitable devices, will evaluate the overall electric absorption, checking whether the car’s electric system is capable of withstanding the load required, or whether it should be integrated with a more powerful battery.
Batteries contain substances that are very harmful for the environment. You are advised to have the battery changed at a Fiat Dealership, which is properly equipped for disposing of used batteries respecting nature and the law.
WARNING
If the car is left inactive for long periods at cold, remove the battery and store it in WARNING a warm place to prevent freezing.
WARNING
When working on the battery or near it, always wear the proper goggles.
See also:
Ignition switch
The key can be turned to 4 different positions:
❒ STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked. Certain electrical
devices (e.g.: sound system, power windows, etc.) can wor ...
Power Window Switches
There are single window controls located on the shifter bezel, below the climate
controls, which operate the driver and passenger door windows. The window controls
will operate when the ignition s ...
TIREFIT Usage Precautions
• Replace the TIREFIT Sealant Bottle (1) and Sealant Hose (6) prior to the expiration
date (printed on the bottle label) to assure optimum operation of the system.
Refer to “Sealing a Tire with TIR ...