Battery

Replacing the battery in the key

The battery in the key needs to be replaced when it has become discharged.

Overloading the starter battery

The electrical functions in the car load the starter battery to varying degrees. Avoid using the ignition position II when the car is switched off. Instead, use ignition position I - which uses less power.

Batteries

Your car has a number of different batteries to facilitate electric operation in various ways. The electrical system is single-pole and uses the chassis and engine casing as a conductor.

Battery recycle

A used starter battery should be recycled in an environmentally sound manner – it contains lead.

Symbols on the batteries

There are information and warning symbols on the batteries.

Hybrid batteries

To run the car on the electric motors, it is fitted with two hybrid batteries – one beneath the tunnel console and one behind the rear seat in the cargo area. These are maintenance-free, rechargeable batteries of lithium-ion type.

Starter battery

The starter battery is used to start up the electrical system and drive electrical equipment in the car. The hybrid battery is used when the internal combustion engine is started.