WARNING
Batteries, Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain nickel, lead compounds, and other chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

BATTERY CARE

WARNING

If swallowed, battery electrolyte can be fatal. Seek medical assistance immediately.
Do not allow battery electrolyte to come into contact with skin, eyes or clothes. Battery electrolyte is both toxic and corrosive, which can result in severe injuries. If battery electrolyte comes into contact with skin, eyes or clothes, remove the affected clothing. Flush the skin or eyes with plenty of water. Seek medical assistance immediately. Failure to do so may result in serious injury.
Do not connect any 12V equipment directly to the battery terminals. Doing so may cause a spark, potentially resulting in serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
The vent pipe must be in place at all times when the battery is connected to the vehicle. Make sure that the vent pipe is clear of obstructions and not kinked. Failure to do so may cause a pressure build-up in the battery, potentially resulting in an explosion. An explosion may cause serious injury or death.
Do not expose the battery to an open flame or spark, as the battery produces explosive, flammable gas. An open flame or sparks may cause a fire or explosion, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.
Never jump start (boost), charge, or try to start a vehicle with a frozen battery. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the battery.
Remove all metal jewelry before working on, or near, the battery. Never allow metal objects or vehicle components to come into contact with the battery terminals. Metal objects can cause sparks or short circuits, potentially resulting in serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Do not allow the battery posts or terminals to come into contact with skin. The posts and terminals contain nickel and lead compounds, which are toxic. Always wash hands thoroughly after handling the battery. Excessive exposure to nickel may cause long-term illness.

CAUTION
Do not allow battery electrolyte to come into contact with fabrics or painted surfaces. If battery electrolyte comes into contact with any surface, the surface should be washed down immediately with plenty of clean water. Failure to do so may result in damage to the affected surface.

A lithium-ion battery is fitted to the vehicle.

CAUTION
Lithium-ion batteries are sealed for life and require no maintenance. Do not attempt to open or remove the top from a lithium-ion battery. Doing so will cause damage to the battery.

NOTES
If the vehicle is not being used regularly, make sure that the 12V battery remains connected, and in a sufficiently charged state using a battery charger compatible with lithium-ion LiFePO4 batteries, during the storage period. A battery charger must not be permanently connected to the vehicle, unless specifically designed for the purpose.

CONNECTING JUMP LEADS

WARNING

Remove all metal jewelry before working on, or near, a battery or boost point terminals. Never allow metal objects or vehicle components to come into contact with the battery or boost point terminals. Metal objects can cause sparks or short circuits, potentially resulting in serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Do not allow the battery posts or terminals to come into contact with skin. Battery posts and terminals contain nickel and lead compounds which are toxic. Always wash the hands thoroughly after handling the battery.
Do not expose any battery to an open flame or spark, as the battery produces explosive, flammable gas. Explosive, flammable gases may cause serious injuries or death.\
Never jump start, charge, or try to start a vehicle with a frozen battery. Doing so may result in permanent damage to the battery.
Rotating parts of the engine can cause serious injury. Take extreme care when working near rotating parts of the engine.
Before attempting to start the vehicle, make sure that the Electric Parking Brake (EPB) is applied, or suitably chock the wheels. Make sure that Park (P) is selected. Failure to do so may result in accidents causing serious injury or death.
Always wear appropriate eye protection when working in the area of a battery. Battery electrolyte can cause serious injury to eyes.
During normal use, batteries emit explosive gas sufficient to cause severe explosions and capable of causing serious injury. Keep sparks and open flames away from the battery.
Do not connect the jump leads directly to any battery terminal on the vehicle. Doing so may cause a spark, potentially resulting in serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Make sure that any battery or starting aid is a 12-volt device, compatible with a lithium-ion LiFePO4 battery. Unapproved devices can cause damage to the vehicle.
Make sure there is no physical contact between the donor and disabled vehicles, other than the jump leads. Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION
Disconnect the jump leads before operating any electrical equipment. Failure to do so may cause damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION
Make sure the jump leads being used are of high quality, in good condition and are rated to the engine capacity of both vehicles. Incorrectly rated jump leads may not supply sufficient power to the disabled vehicle’s battery and may overheat when attempting to start the vehicle.

NOTES
Before connecting the jump leads to the disabled vehicle’s jump start points, make sure the donor vehicle’s jump start point connections are correct. Also make sure that all electrical equipment has been switched off.

NOTES
The vehicle’s battery is not accessible to the owner. Jump start the vehicle using the boost point terminals.

Disabled vehicle.
Donor vehicle.

To connect the jumper cables:

Start the engine of the donor vehicle and allow it to idle for a few minutes.
Switch off the donor vehicle.
Connect the positive (red) jumper cable to the recommended positive (+) boost point terminal on the donor vehicle.
NOTES
Refer to the donor vehicle’s Owner’s Handbook for the recommended positive boost terminal.
Connect the other end of the positive (red) jumper cable to the positive (+) boost point terminal on the disabled vehicle, as illustrated.
Connect the negative (black) jumper cable to the recommended negative (–) boost point terminal on the donor vehicle.
NOTES
Refer to the donor vehicle’s Owner’s Handbook for the recommended negative boost terminal.
Connect the other end of the negative (black) jumper cable to the negative (–) boost point terminal on the disabled vehicle, as illustrated.
NOTES
Check that all cables are clear of any moving components and that all four connections are secure.
Start the engine of the donor vehicle.
Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
NOTES
Do not switch on any electrical circuits on the disabled vehicle until after the jump leads are removed.
Allow both vehicles to idle for 2 minutes.
Switch off the donor vehicle.
Disconnect the negative (black) jumper cable from the previously disabled vehicle.
Disconnect the negative (black) jumper cable from the donor vehicle.
Disconnect the positive (red) jumper cable from the previously disabled vehicle.
Disconnect the positive (red) jumper cable from the donor vehicle.

CONNECTING A STARTING AID

CAUTION
Make sure to use the correct type and rating of starting aid compatible with a Li-ion LiFePO4 battery. Using an unsuitable starting aid may damage the battery or potentially result in damage to the vehicle. Refer to the label near the vehicle’s positive boost point terminal. If in any doubt consult a retailer/authorised repairer or a qualified person.

The above label identifies that a Li-ion battery is fitted to the vehicle. The label shows the maximum volts and amps for charging the 12V battery.

Disabled vehicle.
Starting aid, or a slave battery.

To start the vehicle using a starting aid or a booster battery compatible with a lithium-ion battery, follow the instructions in the sequence given:

Connect the positive (red) jumper cable to the vehicle’s positive (+) boost point terminal, as illustrated.
Connect the negative (black) jumper cable to the vehicle’s negative (–) boost point terminal, as illustrated.
Switch on the starting aid.
Start the engine. Allow it to idle.
Disconnect the negative (black) jumper cable from the vehicle’s boost point terminal.
Switch off the starting aid.
Disconnect the positive (red) jumper cable from the vehicle’s boost point terminal.

REMOVING THE VEHICLE BATTERY

CAUTION
Battery disconnection, removal, and replacement should be carried out only by qualified personnel. Consult a retailer/authorized repairer.

Battery removal and refit should be carried out only by qualified personnel. Consult a retailer/authorized repairer.

CHARGING THE VEHICLE BATTERY

CAUTION
Battery disconnection, removal, and replacement should be carried out only by qualified personnel. Consult a retailer/authorised repairer. An unqualified person may cause damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION
Make sure to use the correct type and rating of battery charger compatible with a Li-ion LiFePO4 battery. Using an unsuitable charger may damage the battery or potentially result in damage to the vehicle. Refer to the label near the vehicle’s positive boost point terminal. If in any doubt consult a retailer/authorised repairer or a qualified person.

The above label identifies that a Li-ion battery is fitted to the vehicle. The label shows the maximum volts and amps for charging the 12V battery.

NOTES
The vehicle’s battery is not accessible to the owner. Charging the battery is only possible by using the boost point terminals.

Disabled vehicle.
Battery charger.

To charge the vehicle’s battery using a battery charger compatible with lithium-ion LiFePO4 batteries, follow the instructions in the sequence given:

Connect the battery charger to the vehicle’s positive (+) boost point terminal.
Connect the battery charger to the vehicle’s negative (–) boost point terminal.
Switch on the battery charger in accordance with the charger manufacturer’s instructions.
Once the charge is complete switch off the power to the battery charger.
Disconnect the charger cables from the boost point terminals.
Start the engine. Allow it to idle.

REPLACING THE VEHICLE BATTERY

WARNING

Battery disconnection, removal, and replacement should be carried out only by qualified personnel. Failure to do so may result in serious injury or death. Consult a retailer/authorized repairer.
Only fit a battery of the same type and rating. Fitting an incorrect battery may result in a fire and injury, or damage to the electrical system. If in doubt when fitting a battery, seek qualified assistance.
When refitting the battery make sure that no metal objects, or vehicle components, come into contact with the battery terminals. Metal objects can cause sparks or short circuits, potentially resulting in personal injury or damage to the vehicle.
Switch the ignition off for at least 2 minutes, before disconnecting the battery terminals. Failure to do so may lead to an electrical shock, potentially resulting in serious injury or damage to the vehicle.
Always disconnect the negative terminal first and reconnect last. Failure to do so may lead to an electrical shock, potentially resulting in serious injury or damage to the vehicle.

If the vehicle’s battery should require replacing, the battery must be removed from the vehicle. Consult a retailer/authorized repairer.

Used batteries must be disposed of correctly as they contain a number of harmful substances. Seek advice on disposal from a retailer/authorized repairer or the local authority.

EFFECTS OF DISCONNECTING

Disconnecting the battery can affect a number of vehicle systems, especially if there is insufficient battery power before disconnection. For example, the alarm may trigger, depending on its state when the battery is disconnected. If the alarm does sound, use the smart key, in the normal way, to disarm the security system. The windows may need recalibrating to operate correctly.

NOTES
After reconnecting the battery, a number of systems may need to be reset.

INTELLIGENT POWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT (IPSM)

WARNING
Only start the engine if it is safe to do so. Failure to do so may lead to a collision, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

The battery management unit is integrated into the battery and used by the Intelligent Power System Management (IPSM).

The IPSM continuously monitors the condition of the main vehicle battery. If excessive battery discharge occurs, the system begins to shut down non-essential electrical systems in order to protect the battery.

If the IPSM calculates that the battery’s condition is not within the set parameters, there are two levels of action which can be taken. Both levels have an accompanying message on the touchscreen, and in the case of the low battery warning, in the instrument panel.

Energy Management: Is displayed in the instrument panel if the engine is not running and system features are causing excessive battery discharge. After 3 minutes, the IPSM begins shutting down the vehicle’s systems. Normal system operation resumes when the engine is started.
Low battery – Please start engine: Is displayed on the touchscreen and in the instrument panel, if the engine is not running. After 3 minutes, the IPSM begins shutting down the vehicle’s systems. Normal system operation resumes when the engine is started.

NOTES
If the instrument panel displays Low Battery – Please Start Engine, drive the vehicle to allow the battery to recover to an acceptable level. Drive the vehicle for at least 30 minutes in temperatures above 32°F (0°C), or at least 60 minutes if the temperatures are below 32°F (0°C). If normal system operation does not resume when the engine is switched back off, the battery may not have been sufficiently charged. If safe to do so, restart the engine. If problems still exist, contact a retailer/authorized repairer.

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