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Charging the vehicle

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Charging the vehicle

The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends

that, prior to your first use of a charging loca-

tion, you have the compatibility of the follow-

ing components confirmed:

Vehicle features and options

This chapter describes model-specific equip-

ment, systems, and functions that are currently

available, or may become available in the fu-

ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.

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Charging cable.

Charging station.

Additional information:

Domestic socket outlet and connected

circuits.

Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.

General information

Warning

Damaged or worn charging equipment, e.g.,

worn contacts, can become hot. There is a

risk of fire. Only use chargers that are in good

condition.

The vehicle can be charged using various

charging cables at charging stations, domestic

socket outlets or industrial sockets.

Control and monitoring of the charging process

are handled fully automatically. When charging

with AC, the charge current level can be ad-

justed via iDrive.

Warning

Even when it is indicated that the high-volt-

age battery is discharged, the high-voltage

system is always still under high voltage.

There is a risk of fire or a risk of injury. Do

not touch or change live parts, e.g., orange

high-voltage cables, even when the batteries

are discharged.

Safety information

Warning

Working with electrical current improperly can

lead to electric shock due to high voltages or

high currents. There is a risk of fire or danger

to life. Observe the general safety regulations

when working with electrical current.

Warning

Contact with live components can lead to an

electric shock. High voltage is present at the

charging connection. There is a risk of injury

or danger to life.

Warning

It is recommended that work on the charg-

ing connection, for example cleaning, is per-

formed by an authorized service center or an-

other qualified service center or repair shop.

A faulty or incorrectly designed charging de-

vice at the charging location can cause dam-

age to the vehicle and overload the power

supply at the charging location. There is a

risk of fire and an injury hazard.

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Charge current

NOTICE

The charging cable connected to the vehicle

and the charging cable connections may be

damaged due to mechanical load. There is

a risk of damage to property. Do not apply

mechanical loads to the charging cable and

the charging cable connections. Route the

charging cable to the vehicle freely and avoid

stress due to pulling or bending.

General information

The charge current strength is indicated in am-

peres.

There are differences in the maximum permis-

sible charging current depending on the local

power grid.

Before charging, set a suitable current limit for

the charging current.

When charging at charging stations, the per-

missible charging current is automatically de-

tected and a current limit is set.

Charging the high-voltage

battery

When charging at a domestic socket outlet, set

the current limit yourself.

The high-voltage battery serves as energy

storage. The high-voltage battery can be

charged utilizing energy recovery during the

trip or via the power grid.

Safety information

Charge the vehicle at a suitable charging de-

vice.

Warning

If the charge current strength is adjusted

incorrectly, the power grid of the domestic

socket outlet can be overloaded and over-

heat. There is a risk of fire. Adjust the charge

current strength to the power grid prior to

charging on domestic socket outlets. With un-

known power networks, set on the lowest

level.

Charge the high-voltage battery regularly so

that it operates optimally.

When charging via the power grid, you can

chose between the following variants:

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Domestic socket outlet.

Industrial socket.

AC charging station.

DC charging station.

Charging on a domestic socket

outlet

The permitted charge current strength must

be determined, for instance by a qualified elec-

trician, before first charging with your own do-

mestic socket outlet or when charging with

third-party domestic socket outlets.

For optimal use of the energy from the power

grid, charging at a charging station, e.g., at a

BMW Wallbox, is recommended.

The power grid and charging station should

enable a charging capacity of at least 11 kW.

A lower charging capacity will extend the

charging time.

Ensure that the charging station is installed

according to the technical requirements of the

power grid, e.g. by a qualified electrician.

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Depending on national-market version, differ-

ent charging cables are required and are in-

cluded in the vehicle's scope of delivery.

Current limit

General information

The current limit for charging with the Mode 2

charging cable and the Mode 3 charging cable

can be set via iDrive.

Safety information

Warning

When charging at domestic sockets on another

power grid, the set charging current again

may need to be checked again. The permitted

charge current strength must be determined,

for instance by a qualified electrician, before

charging with a domestic socket outlet.

Incompatible charging cables, adapters, or

unsuitable charging stations can heat up,

cause damage to the vehicle, or lead to an

electric shock. There is a risk of injury, dan-

ger to life, and risk of damage to property.

Use only charging cables, adapters, or charg-

ing stations that are recommended for the

respective vehicle type.

If the approved charging current strength is un-

known, set the current limit to the lowest level.

Activating/deactivating current limit

An authorized service center will be glad to

provide information about suitable charging

cables and adapters.

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

4. "AC limit"

5. "AC limit"

Warning

Improper use of the charging cable can pre-

vent charging and lead to damage, for in-

stance cable fire. There is a risk of fire and

an injury hazard. Use the charging cable only

for charging the vehicle, and do not extend it

using cables or adapters.

Setting the current limit

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

4. "AC limit"

5. Select the desired setting.

Warning

Settings are stored. When you change charg-

ing locations you also might need to change

the setting for charging.

Damaged charging cables can become hot or

cause electric shock. There is a risk of fire or

an injury hazard. Use undamaged charging

cables only.

Charging cable

Warning

General information

An incorrectly connected charging cable can

lead to damage, for instance cable fire. There

is a risk of injury or risk of damage to prop-

erty. Make sure that the charging cable con-

Use a Mode 2 charging cable, Mode 3 charging

cable, or the permanently installed charging

cable of a charging station to charge the vehi-

cle.

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nector is completely inserted in the charging

socket.

DC charging cable

The DC charging cable that is permanently

installed at the charging station makes is

possible to charge at DC charging stations.

Charging is performed with direct current

at designated DC charging stations. At the

higher dimensioned electrical connection of a

DC charging station, the charging time is nor-

mally substantially shorter compared to a do-

mestic socket outlet or AC charging station.

AC charging cable

Mode 2 charging cable

Mode 2 charging cables can be used to charge

the vehicle from grounded domestic socket

outlets. Charging at domestic socket outlet

electrical connections is performed with alter-

nating current.

While charging at a DC charging station, an in-

dication in the instrument cluster is displayed.

When a Mode 2 charging cable is used, the

efficiency values may differ from those stated

on the energy label.

Charge the vehicle only with a DC charging ca-

ble with a length less than 98 ft/30 m.

The DC charging cable is also referred to as

Mode 4 charging cable.

The Mode 2 charging cable is also referred to

as standard charging cable.

Storage

Flexible Fast Charger, Mode 2

charging cable

The Flexible Fast Charger is a special mode 2

charging cable.

For the outbound delivery, the charging cable

is stowed in the luggage compartment, for in-

stance under the cargo floor panel or in a bag.

Stow charging cable after use in the same

place again.

The interchangeable mains plugs of the Flex-

ible Fast Charger allow you to charge flexi-

bly using domestic socket outlets or industrial

sockets with protective conductors.

If the charging cable is stowed in a bag, fasten

the bag at an open lashing eye in the luggage

compartment.

Roll up the charging cable loosely and make

sure that it is not damaged when stowed, e.g.,

cable becomes bent.

Mode 3 charging cable

The Mode 3 charging cable makes it possible

to quickly recharge at sockets of designated

AC charging stations using a special connec-

tor. Charging is performed with alternating cur-

rent at designated AC charging stations. The

charging process can be completed faster than

at domestic socket outlets.

If required, store the charging cable with the

connector cover attached in order to keep

moisture out of the charging cable plug.

Connecting the charging cable

Depending on vehicle equipment and national-

market version, a maximum charge current

level of 16 A to 32 A is possible.

General information

Before connecting, if necessary clean the

charging cable plug and the area between the

charging socket flap and charging socket, e.g.,

remove snow.

The charging cable may be permanently in-

stalled at the charging station.

The Mode 3 charging cable is also referred to

as AC quick charging cable.

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4. Connect the Mode 2 charging cable to

Functional requirements

the domestic socket outlet or the Mode 3

charging cable to the port at the AC charg-

ing station as needed.

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Selector lever position P is engaged.

The drive-ready state is switched off.

The vehicle is unlocked.

5. Insert the charging cable connector for the

charging socket and push it in until it en-

gages.

The parking brake is set.

Charging socket flap

6. Hold the charging cable until it is correctly

locked.

Removing the charging cable

General information

AC charging: The charging cable is locked

while charging with the vehicle locked. Unlock

the vehicle before removing.

Direct current charging: during the charging

process, the charging cable is locked. When

the charging process is completed, the charg-

ing cable is unlocked.

The charging socket flap is located in the rear

on the right side of the vehicle.

Keep charging socket clean and unobstructed.

Before unplugging, clean the area between the

charging socket flap and charging socket as

necessary, for instance remove snow.

If the charging socket is not being used, open

the charging socket flap and, if necessary,

keep the charging socket lid closed.

Disconnecting a charging cable

1. If necessary, unlock the vehicle or the

charging cable via iDrive.

Connecting a charging cable

When charging at a charging station, follow the

instructions on the charging station.

AC charging: the charging process ends

when the vehicle is unlocked.

1. To open the charging socket flap, press on

the rear edge, arrow.

The charging socket flap opens.

2. Open the charging socket cover.

3. Remove the cover of the charging cable

connector, if needed.

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DC charging: the charging process ends

when the charging cable is unlocked via

iDrive or at the charging station directly.

When the vehicle is unlocked, the charging ca-

ble can be unlocked using the button on the

charging socket.

2. Press the release button on the handle, ar-

row 1, and grasp the charging cable at the

gripping areas.

Releasing the charging cable using the

key

The charging cable release key is located next

to the charging socket.

3. Detach the charging cable from the charg-

ing socket, arrow 2.

4. Close the charging power socket cover until

it clicks into place.

Unlocking charging cable via iDrive

5. Press the charging socket flap closed until it

engages.

Selecting unlock directly

Depending on the display on the control dis-

play, the function can be selected directly.

6. Attach cover of the charging cable connec-

tor, if needed.

7. Remove the mode 2 charging cable from

the domestic socket outlet or the fast

charging cable (mode 3) from the socket on

the AC charging station as needed.

1.

"Unlock charging cable now"

2. "Unlock charging cable now"

8. Stow the charging cable as required.

Unlocking via the menu

At a charging station, insert the perma-

nently installed charging cable in the place

provided for it.

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

Unlocking the charging cable

4. "Unlock charging cable"

5. "Unlock charging cable now"

6. "Stop and unlock charging cable"

Principle

AC charging cable: where applicable, the

charging cable is unlocked when the vehicle is

unlocked.

7. To disconnect the charging cable, press the

button on the charging socket. You can also

disconnect the charging cable when the ve-

hicle is locked.

DC charging cable: the charging cable is un-

locked via iDrive or by ending the charging

process at the charging station.

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may not continue automatically after the suc-

cessful installation.

Additional settings for unlocking

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

Safety information

3. "Charging"

4. "Unlock charging cable"

5. Select the desired setting:

NOTICE

The charging socket flap and charging socket

outlet cover may be damaged by strain.

There is a risk of damage to property. Do

not strain the charging socket flap and charg-

ing socket outlet cover, e.g., by dropping the

charging cable.

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"Unlock AC charging cable at end of

charging": The AC charging cables un-

lock automatically as soon as the charg-

ing process is finished.

▷

"Unlock charging socket flap

permanently": the charging socket flap

can be kept unlocked so that the charg-

ing socket flap can be opened even

when the vehicle is locked.

Plug & Charge

Principle

With Plug & Charge, data from multiple charg-

ing contracts with different charging providers

can be saved to the vehicle. At compatible

charging stations, the vehicle automatically

sends saved data to the charging station. This

makes it easier to charge at public charging

stations that are settled by charging contract.

Once the charging cable is connected, charg-

ing can begin immediately.

Charging process

Principle

The charging process can be adapted to con-

straints such as the cost of electricity, available

current sources, or a low ambient temperature.

The vehicle controls the charging process in

such a way that the charging process is com-

pleted if possible at the departure time. A de-

parture time must be set for this purpose.

General information

A contract with a charging service provider is

usually required for public charging stations.

To log in at the charging station, enter your

contract information into the charging station,

e.g., by using a charging card. With Plug &

Charge, there is no need to manually log in at

the charging station any more.

General information

High or low outside temperatures can cause

longer charging times.

When charging the vehicle, a charge target can

be set, thereby shortening the charging dura-

tion.

More information on Plug & Charge is

provided in the My BMW App or online:

If the Mode 2 charging cable is exposed to

high temperatures and direct sunlight, this may

interrupt the charging process. Charging will

resume automatically.

Functional requirements

Contract information is sent to the charging

station under the following conditions:

A charging procedure is canceled or not

started due to the installation of a Remote

Software Upgrade. The charging procedure

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The charging contract must contain Plug &

Charge and include the respective vehicle.

Battery thermal management

The charging station must support Plug &

Charge.

Principle

Charging at the optimal high-voltage battery

temperature increases the charging power and

decreasing the charging time.

Plug & Charge must be activated in the ve-

hicle.

Saving contract information to the

vehicle

To save contract information to the vehicle,

proceed as follows:

General information

The battery heat management system pre-

pares the high-voltage battery for upcoming

charging at a DC charging station. The high-

voltage battery temperature is adjusted during

this process.

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

Battery thermal management can reduce

range and increase energy consumption.

3. "Charging"

4. "Plug & Charge"

Functional requirement

The following requirements must be met for

battery heat management system to activate

automatically.

5. Select the desired setting.

Saved charging contracts are listed.

Activating/deactivating Plug & Charge

To activate/deactivate Plug & Charge, proceed

as follows:

▷

BMW Navigation route guidance is acti-

vated.

▷

Sufficient remaining range.

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

Automatic activation

3. "Charging"

When guidance to a DC charging station

is started, the high-voltage battery is pre-

heated/precooled as much as possible until

the destination is reached.

4. "Plug & Charge"

5. Select the desired setting.

Using Plug & Charge

1.

Apps menu

1. Before connecting the charging cable,

make sure that Plug & Charge is activated

in the vehicle and that the desired charging

contract is selected.

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

4. "Pre-condition battery"

5. "Activate automatically"

6. Select the desired setting.

Additional information:

2. Connect the charging cable.

Charging can be started immediately or will

begin automatically. Follow any instructions

given at the charging station.

Destination input, see Owner's Manual for

Navigation, Entertainment, Communication;

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Connecting the charging cable, refer to

page 317.

Activating/deactivating manually

The high-voltage battery preheating/precool-

ing can be activated and deactivated manually.

6. Lock vehicle if it is unlocked.

After the charging cable connector is plug-

ged into the high-voltage charging socket, the

charging cable is locked automatically.

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

Charging status display

4. "Pre-condition battery"

5. Select the desired setting.

Indicator light on the charging socket

The availability of this function is affected by

certain factors. Manual activation is not possi-

ble in the following situations, for example:

▷

The remaining range is too low.

The high-voltage battery's charge is too

high.

▷

Automatic preparation of the high-voltage

battery is on.

▷

The vehicle is charging.

Max Range mode is on.

The charging status is indicated on the indica-

tor light on the charging socket.

A time display indicates how long it will take

for the high-voltage battery to reach the target

temperature. Depending on current energy re-

quirements, the time shown may differ from

the actual time.

Charging status

Light

Meaning

White

Charging cable can be con-

nected.

Starting the charging process

1. Engage selector lever position P. Set the

parking brake, if needed.

Yellow

Charging cable is locked.

2. Set charging mode or schedule charging

process.

Flashing yel- Charging process is being

low

prepared.

Scheduling the charging process, see

Charging in the time frame, refer to

page 323.

Blue

Charging process paused.

Flashing blue Charging process is active.

Flashing red Fault in the charging process.

3. Switch off drive-ready state.

4. Connect the Mode 2 charging cable to

the domestic socket outlet or the Mode 3

charging cable to the port at the AC charg-

ing station as needed.

Green

Charging process is complete.

When the vehicle is locked, the indicator light

goes out after some time.

5. Connect the charging cable to the vehicle.

When the vehicle is unlocked, the blue indica-

tor light flashes continuously. The other indica-

tor lights turn off after some time.

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Press the button on the vehicle key to

4. "Charging mode"

5. "Time slot"

check the charging state. The charging status

is indicated on the indicator light. In some

cases the vehicle is locked.

6. Select the desired setting.

Additional messages about charging status

can be shown on the instrument cluster or on

the mobile device using the My BMW App.

Charge target

Principle

A target value in percent can be set for charg-

ing the high-voltage battery.

Setting the charging mode

1.

Apps menu

When a lower target value is set, the charging

time may be shortened.

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

General information

A target value of 80 % is recommended for

fast charging and optimal service life of the

high-voltage battery.

4. "Charging mode"

5. Select the desired settings:

▷

"Immediately": the charging process

starts as soon as the charging cable is

connected.

Target values below 20 % cannot be set.

▷

"Time slot": If a departure time is set, a

time frame for charging can be set, e.g.,

to charge using a cheap electricity rate.

Set charge target

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

Charging in the time frame

3. "Charging"

4. "Charging target"

5. Select the desired setting.

General information

A time frame can be set for the charging proc-

ess, e.g., to charge with a cheap electricity rate.

Permissible volume of DC charging

The vehicle can also start the charging process

before the selected time frame begins or end

it after the selected time frame finishes. The

starting point of the charging process is ad-

justed so the vehicle can be as fully charged as

possible and, if applicable, its climate adjusted

by the departure time.

When the vehicle is charged at a DC charging

station, the noise emission during the charging

process can be limited, for instance to comply

with the local noise level restrictions. A limita-

tion of the noise emission can lead to longer

charging times.

1.

Apps menu

Functional requirement

A departure time is defined.

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

4. "Fan loudness"

5. Select the desired setting.

Setting a time frame for charging

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

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instrument cluster, if standby state is switched

on.

Stopping the charging process

The charging process can be stopped at any

time by removing the charging cable and con-

tinued at a later time by connecting the charg-

ing cable. For example, so that other people

can use the electrical connection in the mean-

time, or in order to avoid excessive strain on

the electrical connection.

Information regarding the charging process is

shown on the charging screen.

Display Meaning

Charging the vehicle with a Mode 2

charging cable or Mode 3 charging

cable.

Additional information:

Charging the vehicle with a DC

charging cable.

Detach, refer to page 318.

Continuing the charging process

Current charging capacity.

If the charging process is interrupted, for in-

stance due to a temporary power failure, the

charging process will continue automatically

after the interruption.

Icon indicates that the maximum

charging capacity of the vehicle has

been reached.

When the vehicle is charged at a public charg-

ing station, the charging process may not con-

tinue automatically after an interruption.

Maximum charging current strength

or currently set current limit.

Charging cable locked.

Charging cable unlocked.

Set charge target.

Ending the charging process

1. Remove the charging cable from the vehi-

cle.

Detach, refer to page 318.

2. Stow the charging cable as required.

3. Press the charging socket flap closed until it

engages.

Departure time set.

4. Lock vehicle if it is unlocked.

Goodbye screen on control display

One-time departure time set.

When drive-ready state is switched off, a menu

is shown on the control display, in which,

among other things, some settings can be ap-

plied for charging via iDrive.

Climate control activated at depar-

ture time.

Flashing: ventilation or cooling ac-

tive.

Displays in the instrument

cluster

Flashing: heating active.

The charge state indicator light shows the

charge state of the high-voltage battery in the

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The following settings are possible for depar-

ture time:

Display Meaning

Blue icon: Charging capacity re-

▷

Climate control for departure time.

duced due to low temperature of

the high-voltage battery.

Scheduling of up to three regular departure

times.

White icon: Charging capacity re-

duced due to high temperature of

the high-voltage battery.

▷

Planning a one-time departure time.

Climate control for departure time

Battery thermal management ac-

tive.

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

Charging station charging power

may be restricted or not available.

3. "Charging"

4. "Departure plan"

5. "Pre-conditioning for departure"

Setting the departure time

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

4. "Departure plan"

5. Select the desired departure time.

6. Set the time and weekday.

The shaded area indicates a limitation in the

charging capacity that can occur, for instance

due to the connected charging infrastructure.

Activating the departure time

1.

Apps menu

Additional information:

2. "Vehicle"

▷

Charge state indicator, refer to page 153

Charging screen, refer to page 149.

3. "Charging"

4. "Departure plan"

5. Activate the desired departure time.

The set departure time will be deactivated if

the departure time was ignored three times in

a row.

Departure time

Principle

For optimum range and climate control, the

departure time can be set before parking the

vehicle.

Climate control

The following settings for vehicle air condition-

ing are possible:

General information

With a set departure time, the vehicle is pre-

heated or precooled if climate control is set.

▷

Activate stationary climate control immedi-

ately.

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The range will be reduced if pre-condition-

ing is activated without a charging cable

connected.

Activate/deactivate the function

1.

Apps menu

2. "Vehicle"

▷

Planned climate control at the set depar-

ture time.

3. "Charging"

4. "Location-based charging settings"

5. "Save based on location"

Additional information:

Stationary climate control, refer to page 280.

If the function is deactivated, no location-

based settings are saved and saved settings

are not enabled.

Location-based charging

settings

Display on the control display

If the function is enabled, the icon

indicates the location-based settings,

which are automatically saved and en-

abled.

Principle

Various settings can be selected for charging

at charging stations.

To simplify recharging at known charging loca-

tions, some changed settings such as charging

mode can be saved based on location.

Deleting location-based charging

settings

General information

1.

Apps menu

When the function is activated, some settings

are automatically saved as soon as the charg-

ing process is finished and the charging cable

is disconnected.

2. "Vehicle"

3. "Charging"

4. "Location-based charging settings"

5. "Delete all location-based charging

settings"

The settings are saved based on the GPS co-

ordinates of the charging location.

Saved settings are enabled as soon as the

vehicle approaches a known charging location

again.

Discharged high-voltage

battery and vehicle battery

Before charging, ensure that the settings en-

abled match the desired charging station,

e.g., charging mode.

General information

When the vehicle leaves a known charging lo-

cation, the settings are automatically set to

factory settings.

In addition to the high-voltage battery, the ve-

hicle has a 12 volt vehicle battery, which is re-

quired for operation of the onboard electronics.

With a discharged vehicle battery, no operation

of the vehicle is possible.

Functional requirement

To use the function, a GPS signal must be re-

ceived.

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Recharge the high-voltage battery as close

to a planned departure as possible. A time

frame can be set for charging.

Service life of high-voltage

battery

Charging in the time frame, refer to

page 323.

General information

▷

Reduce the load on the high-voltage bat-

tery by using an efficient, anticipatory driv-

ing style.

The performance of the high-voltage battery,

and thus the vehicle's range, decreases over

its service life. The service life of the high-volt-

age battery can be optimized by how it is used.

Increasing the range, refer to page 309.

Avoid direct sunlight at high outside tem-

peratures.

Charging instructions

Charging habits have a significant effect on the

high-voltage battery's service life:

Long stationary periods, vehicle

shutdown

If planning to leave the vehicle stationary for

long periods of time, note the following:

▷

If the vehicle is stationary for long periods

of time with a battery charge of over 80 %,

this may negatively affect the battery's usa-

ble energy, charging time, and charging

power during quick charging.

▷

If the vehicle is to be stationary for more

than 6 months, park the vehicle with a

battery charge between 50 % and 80 %.

Check the battery charge every 6 months.

▷

Quick charging often with a charging power

greater than 100 kW may negatively affect

the battery's usable energy, charging time,

and charging power during quick charging.

▷

If the vehicle is stationary for less than 6

months, park the vehicle with a charge level

between 30% and 50%.

If the vehicle has been charged several

times in a row with DC, this system may

temporarily reduce the charging power to

protect the high-voltage battery. If reduced,

the charging capacity is reset after a few

hours. Quick charging again can extend this

time.

▷

Do not park the vehicle for longer than

14 days if the electric range is depleted.

Do not leave the charging cable connected.

Maintenance

The high-voltage battery is maintenance-free.

Optimizing the high-voltage

battery's service life

Proper use can optimize the high-voltage bat-

tery's service life:

End of high-voltage battery service

life

If unrestricted driving can no longer be ensured

because the high-voltage battery is exhibiting

very advanced aging, Check Control messages

appear to indicate power and range restric-

tions.

▷

Charge high-voltage batteries with a low

charging capacity at an AC charging station

or Wallbox.

▷

For daily use, operate the vehicle with a

charge level between 10% and 80%. A

charging target of 80% can be set for this.

The vehicle must be inspected by an author-

ized service center or another qualified service

center or repair shop.

Charge target, refer to page 323.

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If, in this case, no inspection is conducted by

the authorized service center, it may no longer

be possible to put the vehicle into operation.

A system error appears before it be-

comes impossible to put the vehicle

into operation.

It is not necessary to interrupt the current trip,

which can be ended as planned.

However, it will no longer be possible to

continue driving the next time the vehicle is

started.

Additional information:

▷

Check Control, refer to page 139.

Indicator lights and warning lights, refer to

page 140.

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