Connecting and disconnecting the drive system
NOTICE
The correct operation of the vehicle is only
guaranteed with original CUPRA keys.
e-Sound
e-Sound is an electronically generated engine
sound to warn other road users of the pres-
ence of the electric vehicle.
e-Sound switches on when the drive system is
switched on.
As the speed increases, the e-Sound slowly
fades.
WARNING
e-Sound volume and audibility may be limi-
ted if there is snow or heavy soiling in the
front grille area. This can cause accidents.
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Before setting o, check that the front
grille area is not too dirty and clean it if nec-
essary.
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The driver should always assume that other
road users have not heard the vehicle, even if
e-Sound is switched on.
Troubleshooting
Failure in the electric drive system or
the high-voltage on-board network
The control lamp lights up in yellow.
A message to this
eect is displayed in the Dig-
ital Cockpit.
There is a fault in the electric drive system or
the high-voltage on-board network.
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Go immediately to a specialised workshop
and request the electric drive system be
checked.
It is possible to continue driving.
The vehicle key is not recognized
A message to this eect is displayed in the Dig-
ital Cockpit.
If the vehicle key’s button battery is almost or
fully run out, the key may not be recognized.
An emergency start must be performed:
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Place the vehicle key on the base of the cen-
tral armrest box, as close to the symbol as
possible.
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Depress the brake pedal or press the igni-
tion/start button.
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The ignition is switched on.
The drive system cannot be switched o
An emergency disconnection must be per-
formed:
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Stop the vehicle.
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Press the ignition/start button twice within a
few seconds, or press and hold it once.
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The drive and ignition system switches o.
e-Sound does not work
The control lamp lights up yellow and an audi-
ble signal sounds.
A message to this eect is displayed in the Dig-
ital Cockpit.
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Contact a specialised workshop.
It is possible to continue driving.
The drive system cannot be connected
If an unauthorised vehicle key is used or there
is a fault in the system, a message to this eect
is displayed in the Digital Cockpit.
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Use an authorised key.
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If the fault persists, seek specialist assistance.