Volkswagen Polo Service & Repair Manual: Battery with Visual Indicator, Standard

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This is a maintenance-free battery with liquid electrolyte (wet battery).

WARNING

Do not check or charge batteries that have a visual indicator that is bright yellow. Jump starting must not be used!

There is a risk of explosion during testing, charging or jump starting.

These batteries must be replaced.

This battery has a visual indicator. The visual indicator shows the state of charge and the battery acid level. Visual indicator, checking. Refer to → Chapter „Visual Display in Battery Cover, Checking“.

Types of Batteries

General Information Caution The following batteries described are maintenance-free batteries. Do no ...

Battery with Visual Indicator, Enhanced

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