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Practical information
Rechargeable hybrid vehicles
traction battery, connectors, orange cables
and other components visible from the interior
or exterior) is strictly prohibited - risk of
severe burns or potentially fatal electric shock
(short-circuit/electrocution)!
You must immediately contact the emergency
services, informing them that the incident
involves a rechargeable hybrid vehicle.
If the filler flap is accidentally closed
before refuelling, it cannot be opened
manually. Restart the engine and move the
vehicle a few metres before pressing the
filler flap opening button again.
When washing
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Before washing the vehicle, always check
that the charging flap is closed correctly.
Never wash the vehicle while the battery is on
charge.
Rechargeable hybrid
system
High-pressure washing
To avoid damaging the electrical
components, it is expressly prohibited to
use high-pressure washing in the engine
compartment or under the body.
Do not use a pressure greater than 80 bar
when washing the bodywork.
Electrical system
The electrical circuit of the rechargeable hybrid
system is identified by orange cables and its
components are marked with this symbol:
This label is intended solely for use by
firefighters and maintenance services in
the event of any work on the vehicle.
No other person must touch the device shown
on this label.
Never allow water or dust to enter the
connector or charging nozzle - risk of
electrocution or fire!
In the event of an accident or impact to
the vehicle’s underbody
In these situations, the electrical circuit or the
traction battery can be seriously damaged.
Stop as soon as it is safe to do so and switch
off the ignition.
Never connect / disconnect the charging
nozzle or cable with wet hands - risk of
electrocution!
The rechargeable hybrid powertrain uses
a voltage of between 240 V and 400 V.
This system may be hot both when the ignition
is on and after switching it off.
Contact a dealer or a qualified workshop.
Traction battery
The Li-ion (Lithium-ion) traction battery stores the
electrical energy needed to propel the vehicle.
It is located under the rear seats.
Comply with the warning messages shown on
the labels, particularly inside the charging flap.
In the event of exposure to a fire
Immediately exit and evacuate all
passengers from the vehicle. Never attempt to
fight the fire yourself - risk of electrocution!
In the event of a problem
The traction battery's range varies depending
on the type of driving, the route, the use of
All work on or modifications to the
vehicle’s electrical system (including the
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