During cold weather
The capacity of the battery is reduced at low temperatures.
This is an inevitable result of its chemical and physical properties.
This is why a very cold battery, particularly one that is not fully charged, will only deliver a fraction of the starter current which is normally available.
We recommend you to have the battery checked before the start of cold weather and, if necessary, have it charged or replaced.
This does not only ensure reliable starting, but a battery which is kept fully charged also has a longer life.
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Engine compartment
Clean the engine compartment at the beginning and end of winter. Pay particular
attention to flanges, crevices and peripheral parts where dust containing road chemicals
and other corrosive materia ...
On a snow-covered or frozen
► When driving on a snow-covered or frozen road, it is recommended that you use
snow tyres or tyre chains. Refer to the “Snow tyres” and “Tyre chains” sections.
► Avoid high-spe ...
Assist grips
The assist grips (located above the doors on the headliner) are not designed
to support body weight.
They are intended for use only while seated in the vehicle.
CAUTION
• Do not use the assi ...