12 volt VOLKSWAGEN ID.5 2022 User Guide

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Damage to the v ehicle or to the high-
voltage battery could lead to a leak of
toxic gases or fluids, either immediately
or at a later time. These emitted gases
could also potentially cause a fire. Do
not inhale these gases.
x Never touch the fluids that leak from the
high-voltage battery.
x In the event of a fire, move away from
the hazard area and call the fire service.
x Always inform any attending fire and
emergency services that the vehicle is
fitted with a high-voltage battery. NOTICE
After an accident, or after the underside of
the v
ehicle has struck an obstacle, the high-
voltage battery must be checked by appropri-
ately qualified and trained experts. Warning signs for the high-
v

oltage system Please refer to , and at the start
of the chapter on page 273.
Where can warning signs be located?
The f

ollowing components may be marked
with the illustrated warning signs

Fig. 141
Warning sign on high- voltage battery.1
High voltages can cause serious injuries
or death. Ne

ver touch the battery termi-
nals with your fingers, tools, jewellery or
any metal objects. death. Under no circumstances remove
the lid from the high-

voltage battery nor
disassemble the high-voltage battery. Care instructions for the
high-
voltage battery Introduction to the topic
Reliability and capacity of the high-
voltage
battery
Lithium-ion batteries are subject to a physical
and chemical ageing and wear process during
their useful life. Correct handling of the high-
voltage battery makes a significant contribu-
tion to maintaining its reliable condition and
a high useful capacity and range in the long
term. It is therefore all the more important to
observe the following care instructions for
the high-voltage battery. These care instruc-
tions form the basis for long value retention
of the vehicle.
Please also observe the valid Volkswagen
warranty and guarantee terms for the high-
voltage battery. Care instructions for the high-voltage battery 275
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Handling the high-voltage
battery
Care instructions
V
olkswagen recommends observing the fol-
lowing care instructions:

Upper battery charge limit
F
ull charging of the high-voltage battery is
not normally necessary in daily vehicle use.
The upper battery charge limit limits the
maximum charge level.

WARNING
Driving when the charge level of the high-
v oltage battery is too low can lead to the
vehicle breaking down when in traffic, and
can lead to accidents and serious injuries. The high-voltage battery can only be
charged at charging stations that meet
the requirements of the corresponding coun-
try and at least the f

ollowing standards:

signed differently depending on the vehicle
equipment le vel and because several electri-
cal consumers may use a single fuse. You can
obtain further information about the fuse as-
signment from a Volkswagen dealership.
Several electrical consumers can share a sin-
gle fuse. Conversely, a single consumer could
have more than one fuse.
Therefore fuses should only be replaced
when the cause of the fault has been recti-
fied. If a new fuse blows again shortly after
fitting, have the electrical system checked by
a qualified workshop as soon as possible.
Fuses for emergency services (high-voltage
system)
High-voltage system fuses in the fuse box
under the steering wheel, behind the stow-
age compartment (left-hand drive) or behind
a cover in the glove box (right-hand drive)
and behind a cover on the right side of the
luggage compartment are identified with
a tag to enable emergency services to de-en-
ergise the vehicle as quickly as possible. Nev-
er attempt to replace these fuses or swap
them with other fuses in other slots

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Ne ver charge a 12-volt vehicle battery
which is frozen or has been frozen. Dis-
charged 12-volt vehicle batteries can al-
ready freeze at temperatures of around
0

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Vehicle with discharged 12-volt vehicle
battery that is being jump-started. NOTICE
Observe the instructions for jump starting in
the owner

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All work on the 12- volt vehicle battery
and the electrical system can cause seri-
ous chemical burns, fire or electric
shocks. Always read the warnings and
safety information before carrying out
any kind of work on the 12-volt vehicle
battery

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The refilled brake fluid must be new. NOTICE
Brake fluid that has leaked or been spilt can
damage the v ehicle paintwork, plastic parts
and tyres. Wipe off brake fluid that has
leaked or been spilled immediately from all
parts of the vehicle. Brake fluid can pollute the environ-
ment. Any spilt service fluids must be
cleaned up and disposed of properly. 12-volt vehicle battery
Introduction to the topic
The 12-
volt vehicle battery is a component of
the electrical system and in event of the
high-voltage system failing, supplies the
safety-relevant systems of the vehicle with
energy. In the scope of maintenance work,
the 12-volt vehicle battery is checked and
where required, replaced.
You should only carry out work on the electri-
cal system if you know exactly how to per-
form the required tasks, are aware of the
general safety procedures and have access to
the correct equipment, service fluids and
suitable tools. Failing to carry out work cor-
rectly can cause serious injuries