If you remove the charging cable from the
power supply socket, the value is reset to
the default value for the next charging
process.
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You can also set the maximum charge
current via the control system
(Y page 92).
If differing values are set on the charg-
ing cable and the control system, the
high‑voltage battery is charged using
the lowest value.
Charging the high‑voltage battery
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Engage the parking brake.
X
Move the gear selector lever to park
position P.
X
Switch off the ignition.
X
Open charge socket flap :.
X
Remove cover ; from the charge socket.
X
Insert the charging cable into the sta-
tionary connection, i.e. an AC power
socket.
X
Insert plug A of the charging cable into
charge socket = to the stop.
The high‑voltage battery is being
charged.
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The vehicle must not be moved during
charging.
The è indicator lamp in the instru-
ment cluster comes on when the ignition
is switched on and the charging cable is
connected.
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The drive system and battery cooling
systems may switch on audibly during the
charging process, depending on the tem-
perature.
Removing the charging cable
The battery is charged completely when the
indicator in the charge level gauge is at
100% (Y page 81).
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Make sure the charging cable has been
disconnected before driving off. The
vehicle or charging cable may otherwise
be damaged.
X
Press release button ? on cable plug
A and disconnect it from charge socket
=.
X
Disconnect the charging cable from the
stationary connection.
X
Slip cover ; on charge socket =.
X
Close charge socket flap :.
Charging at a public charging station
The payment procedure and charging proc-
esses may differ between public charging
stations, depending on the provider.
Please make yourself familiar with the
proper procedures of the public charging
station at which you are intending to
charge your vehicle.
Charging station without charging com-
munication
You must activate charging stations with-
out charging communication before the
charging process. This can be done with an
RFID card or a telephone call, for example.
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