Engine compartment

Filling washer fluid

Washer fluid is used to help keep the headlights and windshield clean. Washer fluid containing anti-freeze should be used in very cold weather (below-freezing temperatures).

Fuses in the engine compartment

The fuses in the engine compartment help protect electrical components such as engine and brake functions.

Brake fluid specifications

The medium in the hydraulic brake system is called brake fluid and is used to transfer braking force from e.g. pressure on the brake pedal via a master brake cylinder to one or more slave cylinders, which in turn act on a mechanical brake.

Opening and closing the hood

To open the hood, pull the lever in the passenger compartment and then turn the handle under the hood.

Engine compartment overview

This overview shows some service-related components.

Refilling coolant

Coolant helps keep the combustion engine at the right operating temperature. The heat transferred from the engine to the coolant can be used to warm the passenger compartment.

Coolant specifications

Recommended grade: Polestar-approved premixed coolant. If concentrated coolant is used, mix with 50% water of acceptable quality (i.e. not salt water, etc.). Contact Polestar Customer Support if you are unsure.

Engine oil

For the recommended service intervals and warranties to be applied, an approved engine oil must be used.

Checking and filling engine oil

The oil level is detected using an electronic oil level sensor and should be checked regularly.

Engine oil specifications

Engine oil of type VCC RBS0-2AE 0W-20 must be used. Lower oil grades may not offer the same fuel economy, engine performance or engine protection.