Practical information
Jump-starting the vehicle from another battery
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- Connect the red cable to the (+) terminal of the discharged battery A , then to the (+) terminal of the booster battery B .

- Connect one end of the green or black cable to the (-) terminal of the booster battery B .
- Connect the other end of the green or black cable to a remote earthing point on the vehicle.
- Start the good vehicle's engine.
- Operate the starter of the vehicle with the faulty battery; do not switch off the engine.
- Wait until the engine returns to idle speed, then disconnect the cables.
To charge the battery with a battery charger:
- Disconnect the battery,
- Follow the battery charger manufacturer's instructions,
- Connect starting with the (-) terminal,
- Check the terminals. If they are covered with sulphate (whitish or greenish deposit), remove them and clean them.
Disconnecting the cables

Raise the locking lever fully.
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