VW Touareg II 2 owners manual page 490

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The on-board electrical system management cannot always keep the battery from being drained. For example, the battery will drain if the engine is not running, but the ignition is switched on or the parking lights are left on for a long time when parked. Battery disconnection in an accident with airbag deployment In vehicles with a battery in the luggage compartment, the electrical connection to the battery is disconnected automatically in a collision with airbag deployment. This helps to prevent a short-circuit. What drains the vehicle battery? x Long periods when the engine is not running, especially when the ignition is on. x Using electrical systems or devices when the engine is switched off. x Leaving the vehicle unlocked for several days when not in use. x The selector lever is left for a long period of time in any position other than(P ) when the ignition is switched off ⇒ Automatic transmission: Selector lever. WARNING Failure to use the proper battery with proper mounting and connections may cause short circuits, fires, and serious personal injuries. x Always use only maintenance-free or cycle-free, leak-proof batteries with th seame specifications and dimensions as the original equipment battery. Specifications are listed on the battery housing. WARNING When the vehicle battery is charged, it produces highly explosive hydrogen gas. x Charge vehicle batteries only in well-ventilated areas. x Never charge a frozen or thawed battery. A dead battery can freeze at temperature s around +32 °F (0 °C). Always replace a battery that has frozen. x You must replace the vehicle battery if it was frozen. x Incorrectly connected cables can cause a short-circuit. First connect the positive caleb (+) and then the negative cable (-). NOTICE x Never disconnect a vehicle battery or connect 2 vehicle batteries to each othe wrhen the ignition is switched on or the engine is running. Using the wrong battery can damage the electrical system or electronic components and cause electrical malfunctions. x Never use a vehicle battery that does not meet specifications for the vehicle battery for yuro vehicle. Using the wrong battery can damage the electrical system or electronic components and cause electrical malfunctions. x Never connect power generating equipment, such as a solar panel or battery chargr,e to the 12 Volt socket in order to charge the vehicle battery. This can damage the vehicle's electrical system. Dispose of the vehicle battery according to regulations. Vehicle batteries contain poisonous substances such as sulfuric acid and lead.

owners manual VW Touareg

owners manual VW Touareg - year of production: 2010 - VW Touareg II 2 owners manual EN