The permissible limit values are observed
provided that:
R
The mains power supply equipment and
the charging cable are not damaged.
R
The instructions for handling the charging
cable and controls on the charging cable
have been followed.
#
If the charging cable or charging cable
connector becomes too hot, have the
power supply equipment of the mains
supply checked.
*
NOTE Damaged or dirty vehicle socket
#
Always keep the socket cover and the
socket flap closed when there is no
charging cable connected. This protects
the vehicle socket from dirt and dam‐
age.
#
Make sure that the socket cover is
closed properly before closing the
socket flap. This can otherwise result in
damage which may prevent the socket
flap from being opened again.
Requirements:
R
The transmission is in position
j
.
R
The ignition is switched off.
R
The vehicle is unlocked.
R
The charging cable is not taut.
#
Press socket flap
1
.
Socket flap
1
swings open.
#
Press catch
3
to the left.
Socket cover
5
is open.
#
To charge at a mains socket (mode 2):
insert the mains plug into the mains socket
of the external power source to the stop.
#
Set the maximum charging current if
required.
#
Insert the charging cable connector into vehi‐
cle socket
2
to the stop.
Make sure that the charging cable is not taut
when inserted.
Indicator lamp
4
first flashes orange and
then green as soon as the high-voltage bat‐
tery is being charged.
#
To charge at a wallbox/charging station
(mode 3): insert the charging cable connec‐
tor into vehicle socket
2
to the stop.
Make sure that the charging cable is not taut
when inserted.
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