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Old Aug 28, 2024 | 02:01 PM
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hello kind experts,

I am forgetting... how do i jump/charge the battery from under the hood ?

THANK YOU !

Max

 
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Old Aug 28, 2024 | 03:08 PM
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Took a quick look at the owners manual, there's no mention of jumper terminals at the front, you'll need access to the trunk. Even with a dead car you can still use the physical key on the trunk's lock, it's just tough to see from above.

 
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Old Aug 28, 2024 | 03:22 PM
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The keyhole for the luggage compartment (boot/trunk) is well hidden.


Insert key in #3 and turn

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Old Aug 28, 2024 | 04:17 PM
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  • If the manual lock has not been used for a long time you may need to use wd40 or similar to gently get the key to turn, careful to not overdo it and break the key !
 
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Old Aug 28, 2024 | 04:46 PM
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Press down on boot lid when turning the key
 
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