FIAT 600 - Manual (Page 119)

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CAR MAINTENANCE
BATTERY
The Fiat 600 battery is of the “lim-
ited maintenance” type. Under normal
conditions it will not need to be
topped up with distilled water.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with
a genuine spare part presenting the
same specifications. If a battery with
different specifications is fitted, the
frequencies shown in the
SCHEDULED
SERVICING ill no longer be valid. Refer
to the instructions provided by the
battery manufacturer.
Batteries contain sub-
stances that are very
harmful for the environ-
ment. You are advised to have
the battery changed at a Fiat
Dealership. It is properly
equipped for disposing of used
batteries in an environmentally-
friendly way that complies with
the law.
CHECKING THE BATTERY
FLUID LEVEL (electrolyte)
Check the electrolyte level and top
up, if required, at the frequency
shown in the
SERVICE SCHEDULE in this
chapter. Have this operation carried
out at a Fiat Dealership.
The liquid in the battery
is poisonous and corro-
sive. Do not let it touch
the skin or eyes. Do not bring
naked flames or possible sources
of sparks near to the battery: risk
of fire and explosion.
Incorrect fitting of elec-
trical and electronic ac-
cessories can seriously
damage the car.