Battery
Replacing the key's battery
The battery in the key must be replaced when it is discharged.
Battery drain
The electrical functions in the vehicle drain the battery to varying degrees. Avoid using ignition mode II when the engine is switched off. Use ignition mode I instead, as this uses less electrical current.
Batteries
Your vehicle has several different batteries to enable electric power and propulsion in various ways. The vehicle has a single-pole electrical system that uses the chassis and engine mount as conductors.
Battery recycling
Start batteries contain lead and must be recycled in an environmentally sound manner at the end of their service life.
Battery symbols
There are warning symbols and information on the batteries.
Hybrid batteries
For electric propulsion, the vehicle is equipped with two hybrid batteries. One is located under the tunnel console and one is located behind the rear seat in the trunk. These are maintenance-free and rechargeable lithium-ion batteries.
Start battery
The start battery is used to start the electrical system and power electrical equipment in the vehicle. The hybrid battery is used to start the combustion engine.