2. Basic High-voltage System and 12-Volt System Information
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Battery Information
The Q50 HYBRID utilizes two batteries in order to supply both high and low voltage.
2-1.1 12-Volt Battery • The Q50 HYBRID contains a conventional lead-acid12-volt battery.
• The 12-volt battery is located in the trunk, on the left side, concealed by a trim cover (A) .
• The 12-volt battery is charged by the high-voltage battery through the DC/DC converter.
2-1.2 High-voltage Battery • The Q50 HYBRID contains a high-voltage battery.
• The high-voltage battery is mounted in the trunk areabehind the rear seat, enclosed in a metal case and
concealed by trim cover.
• The high-voltage battery stores energy at approximately 346 - 400 volts DC.
• A vent hose is provided to exhaust gasses outside the vehicle if necessary.
• An air vent (A) is located on the rear left hand lower C-pillar trim for battery cooling.
The high-voltage battery supplies power to the following: • High-voltage harnesses
• DC/DC converter
• Traction motor inverter
• Traction motor
• Electric air conditioner compressor A
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