FIAT 500 - Manual (Page 177)

CHANGING THE BATTERY
If required, replace the battery with a genuine spare
part with the same specifications.
If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the
service intervals given in the "Scheduled Servicing
Plan" in this chapter will no longer be valid.
Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.
Incorrect fitting of electric and electronic
devices may cause severe damage to
your car. Go to a Fiat Dealership if you
want to install accessories (alarms, etc.): they will
suggest the most suitable devices and advise
you if a higher capacity battery needs to
be installed.
Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment.You
are advised to go to a Fiat Dealership
to have the battery replaced where the old
battery will be disposed of respecting both the
environment and the laws in force.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
When performing any operation on the
battery or near it, always protect your
eyes with special goggles.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last
longer, observe the following instructions:
❒ when you park the car, ensure that the doors,
tailgate and bonnet are closed properly, to prevent
any lights from remaining on inside the passenger's
compartment;
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GETTINGTO KNOW
YOURCAR
SAFETY
STARTING AND
DRIVING
WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGES
IN AN EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
INDEX