WM 2706IN General Information On AGM Vehicle Battery (Except PANAMERA S Executive, PANAMERA 4 S Executive, PANAMERA Turbo Executive, PANAMERA Turbo S Executive, PANAMERA GTS, PANAMERA 4 Executive): Information

NOTE: A battery charger for providing an external power supply or for jump-lead starting is connected directly to the battery in the vehicle.

Risk of damage to the battery sensor.
Battery sensor sends incorrect battery values to the vehicle electrical system.

→ Always connect a battery charger for providing an external power supply or for jump-lead starting to the defined connections in the engine compartment. → 2X00IN BATTERY TRICKLE CHARGING

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The AGM (A bsorbent G lass M at) battery is a maintenance-free , sealed battery.

This battery must not be opened. If the battery is opened, it must be replaced.
There is a serial number -A- and a part number -B- on the top right-hand side of the battery.

Fig 1: Identifying Serial Number And Part Number On Battery
Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
After replacing the battery, the serial number and part number as well as the battery size and manufacturer must be entered using the PIWIS Tester under: Gateway/Maintenance/repairs/Change battery .
The battery size and battery manufacturer must also be entered when changing the battery.

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To prevent contact corrosion, only approved bolts, nuts, washers, etc. should be used. These elements have a special surface coating and must be stored separately.

The battery is one of the most important electrical components in the vehicle. Fault-free functioning of the battery contributes greatly to customer satisfaction. To guarantee long and efficient operation, the battery must be checked and maintained according to the description in this service information.

Besides the start function, the battery also has the tasks of buffer and supplier of electrical power for the entire vehicle electrical system.

An AGM (A bsorbent G lass M at) battery is used as standard on the Panamera (G1). The AGM battery offers the following advantages, for example:

Sealed, valve-regulated battery
High-cycle battery
High cold-start performance
Cannot leak or tilt
Totally maintenance-free
Shake-resistant
No acid leakage if the housing is damaged
Flexible installation and safe to handle
High load capacity and longer service life
Ideal for Start/Stop function