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BATTERY WARNING SYMBOLS
There is a label on the battery, depicting a
number of warning symbols. The warning
symbols are as follows:
LAN0579
Swallowing battery acid can be fatal unless
immediate action is taken - seek medical
attention urgently.
No smoking, flames, no sparks
(Red).
During normal use, batteries emit explosive
hydrogen gas - ensure sparks and naked
lights are kept away from the engine
compartment.
Shield eyes (Blue).
Do not attempt to start the vehicle if the
electrolyte in the battery is suspected of
being frozen.
LAN0580
For your safety, remove all metal wrist bands
and jewellery before working in the engine
compartment and never allow the battery
terminals or vehicle leads to make contact
with tools or metal parts of the vehicle.
Keep away from children (Red).
LAN0581
Explosive gas (Yellow).
Battery posts, terminals and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
LAN0582
Battery acid (Yellow).
Take care when working near rotating parts of
the engine.
LAN0583
BATTERY SAFETY
WARNING
Always wear appropriate eye protection when
working with batteries.
Batteries contain acid, which is both
corrosive and poisonous. If spillage occurs:
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In the eyes - flush with clean water
immediately for at least 15 minutes.
Seek medical attention urgently.
On clothing or the skin - remove any
contaminated clothing immediately,
flush the skin with large amounts of
water, and seek medical attention
urgently.
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BATTERY CARE
Caution: In hot climates, frequent checks of
the battery electrolyte level are required.
High temperatures can cause battery fluids to
evaporate rapidly. A drained battery may be
damaged irretrievably.
Unscrew the six cell plugs and store carefully.
Check that the surface of the liquid (electrolyte)
is level with the level indicator (1). If necessary,
top up with distilled water a, but never overfill.
Refit the cell plugs.
The exterior of the battery should occasionally
be wiped clean, to remove any dirt or grease.
E81572
Note: The service life of the battery is
dependent on its condition of charge. It must
always be sufficiently charged for the battery to
last the optimum length of time.
WARNING
The cell plugs and vent pipe must be in place
at all times when the battery is in the vehicle.
Failure to fit, or incorrect fitting of these
items is potentially hazardous. Ensure that
the vent pipe is free from kinks or damage.
Note: Do not connect any 12 volt equipment
(for example, a 12 volt lamp), directly to the
battery terminals. Use one of the accessory
sockets located within the vehicle for
connecting Land Rover approved accessories.
If battery acid comes into contact with your
skin or eyes, immediately rinse with cold
water and consult a doctor.
DISCONNECTING THE BATTERY
Never charge or boost a frozen battery.
WARNING
Switch off the ignition before disconnecting
battery terminals. Always disconnect the
earth terminal first and reconnect last.
Remove all metal jewellery before working
on or near the battery, and never allow metal
objects or vehicle components to come into
contact with battery terminals. Metal objects
can cause a spark and/or short circuit, which
can result in an explosion.
Caution: Do not allow battery electrolyte to
come into contact with fabric or painted
surfaces. Battery electrolyte is both corrosive
and toxic and can damage a wide range of
materials. If battery electrolyte comes into
contact with any surface, wash it down
immediately with copious amounts of clean
water.
Switch the ignition off before disconnecting
battery terminals. Always disconnect the
earth terminal first and reconnect last.
There may at times be a requirement to
disconnect the battery:
A low maintenance battery, specifically
designed for use with this vehicle, is fitted in
the engine compartment.
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Turn the ignition off.
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Wait for at least two minutes before
starting the disconnection procedure.
Ensure you have your remote control
available as you may have to turn off the
alarm sounder.
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Disconnect only the negative (-) terminal.
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Wait for two minutes before reconnecting
the battery.
Caution: Do not rest the battery on any part of
the vehicle, as it may cause damage due to
its weight.
Caution: Do not run the engine with the
battery disconnected. Doing so may damage
the charging system.
1. Ensure that all electrical circuits are
switched off, all windows are close and the
alarm is disarmed.
If the alarm sounds when the battery is
reconnected, use the remote control to turn it
off.
2. Remove the Smart Key from the vehicle
and wait two minutes to allow the systems
to power down fully.
Effects of battery disconnection
Following disconnection and subsequent
reconnection of the vehicle battery, a number
of the vehicle systems will be reset
automatically. This may take a few minutes and
with some systems, sensors have to detect
certain actions whilst driving, before full
operability returns. This in no way affects the
safe operation of the vehicle.
3. Undo the negative clamp and lift the cable
and clamp clear of the battery terminal.
4. Undo the positive clamp and lift the cable
and clamp clear of the battery terminal.
5. Undo the battery clamp and lift the battery
clear of the vehicle.
Replacement batteries
WARNING
REMOVING THE BATTERY
Only fit a replacement battery of the same
type and specification as the original - other
batteries may vary in size or have different
terminal positions, which could cause a fire
hazard when connected to the vehicle’s
electrical system.
WARNING
Remove all metal jewellery before working
on or near the battery, and never allow metal
objects or vehicle components to come into
contact with battery terminals. Metal objects
can cause a spark and/or short circuit, which
can result in an explosion.
Battery disposal
Used batteries must be disposed of
correctly, as they contain a number
of harmful substances. Seek advice
from your Dealer/Authorised
Repairer and/or your local authority.
Switch off the ignition before disconnecting
battery terminals. Always disconnect the
earth terminal first and reconnect last.
Use caution when lifting the battery out of, or
into, the vehicle. It is heavy and may cause
injury when lifting or dropped.
Do not tilt the battery more than 45 degrees,
as it may cause damage and may cause the
electrolyte to leak out. Battery electrolyte is
highly corrosive and toxic.
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REFITTING THE BATTERY
CHARGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY
Caution: The battery must be disconnected
and removed from the vehicle before
charging.
WARNING
Remove all metal jewellery before working
on or near the battery, and never allow metal
objects or vehicle components to come into
contact with battery terminals. Metal objects
can cause a spark and/or short circuit, which
can result in an explosion.
Caution: Ensure that the correct type of
battery charger is used. An unsuitable
charger may damage the battery and could
cause it to explode.
Caution: When charging a battery, ensure it
is in a well ventilated area away from any
naked flame, sparks or other ignition
sources. During charging the battery can
produce a highly explosive and flammable
gas.
Use caution when lifting the battery out of, or
into, the vehicle. It is heavy and may cause
injury when lifting or dropped.
Do not tilt the battery more than 45 degrees,
as it may cause damage and may cause the
electrolyte to leak out. Battery electrolyte is
highly corrosive and toxic.
BATTERY MONITORING SYSTEM
(BMS)
Only fit a replacement battery of the same
type and specification as the original - other
batteries may vary in size or have different
terminal positions, which could cause a fire
hazard when connected to the vehicle’s
electrical system.
If excessive battery discharge is occurring
when the engine isn't running, the system will
shut down non-essential electrical systems to
protect battery power.
Caution: Ensure that when fitting a battery to
the vehicle, the terminals and battery clamps
are clean and lightly coated with petroleum
jelly. This will ensure good electrical
connections are made, and help prevent
corrosion.
Caution: Always follow the battery
manufacturer’s instructions. Failure to do so
may result in damage to the vehicle and/or
the electrical system.
A new battery should be supplied with plastic
terminal covers. Leave the covers in place
when fitting the battery. Remove them one at a
time to fit the battery cable clamps.
Refitting is an exact reversal of the removal
procedure. If you are in any doubt about fitting
a battery, seek qualified assistance beforehand.
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