High Voltage Battery Service Disconnect
•The high voltage battery service disconnect is located under the rear passenger seat
lower cushion. If your vehicle requires service see your authorized studio .
Disposal of the High Voltage Battery
• Your vehicle’s high voltage battery is designed to last the life of your vehicle .See your
authorized studio for information on the disposal of the battery if it should require
replacement.
General Information
The vehicle is also equipped with a Battery Management System that is designed to:
• Ensure safe operation
• Maximize driving range
• Maximize the life expectancy of the high voltage battery
NOTE:
The high voltage battery contains contactors that will open and close during vehicle shut
down, start up or when plugging the vehicle in for charging. The contactors will produce a
clicking noise that can be heard from within the vehicle .The clicking noise observed is the
sound of these contactors as they open and close and is normal operation for your 500e .
WARNING!
Never try to remove the high voltage service disconnect.The high voltage service discon-
nect is used when your vehicle requires service by a trained technician at an authorized
studio .Failure to follow this warning can cause severe burns or electrical shock that may
result in serious injury or death.
INTRODUCTION/WELCOME
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