Have the restraint system checked and
repaired immediately at a qualified specialist
workshop. After an accident, immediately
switch the ignition off and remove the key
from the ignition lock.
If components of the restraint system are
activated during an accident, the hybrid sys-
tem is automatically deactivated.
The hybrid system is not activated when the
vehicle is started if:
R
a short circuit is detected in the hybrid sys-
tem.
R
a hybrid system electrical connection is
disconnected.
This ensures that you do not come into con-
tact with high voltage.
Manual deactivation of the hybrid sys-
tem
The hybrid system can be deactivated man-
ually using the high voltage switch-off device.
!
To prevent damage to the hybrid system
please observe the following instructions:
R
only deactivate the hybrid system man-
ually in the following situations.
R
work on the hybrid system may only be
carried out at a qualified specialist work-
shop, even when it has been deactivated
manually.
R
if the 6 restraint system warning lamp
in the instrument cluster lights up after an
accident.
R
if the vehicle is badly damaged, e.g. after an
accident, and the restraint system compo-
nents were not activated.
R
if the vehicle is badly damaged and has to
be towed or transported.
X
If possible, move the vehicle out of the
danger zone: shift the automatic transmis-
sion into position N.
X
Release the electric parking brake.
X
Roll the vehicle to a safe place and park it
safely.
Get assistance from others if necessary.
The vehicle is locked automatically when the
ignition is switched on and the wheels are
turning. There is therefore a risk of being
locked out if the vehicle is being pushed or
tested on a dynamometer.
X
Switch the ignition off.
X
Shift the automatic transmission to park
position P.
Apply the electric parking brake
(Y page 209).
Secure the vehicle to prevent it from rolling
away (Y page 439).
X
To use the high-voltage switch-off
device: open the bonnet.
X
Press release clip : in the direction of the
arrow and pull it out.
X
Pull high voltage switch-off device ; apart
until it engages in the stop position.
High-voltage battery
G
WARNING
In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal pres-
sure of the high-voltage battery could exceed
a critical value. In this case, flammable gas
escapes through a vent valve in the vehicle's
underbody. The gas can ignite. There is a risk
of injury.
Leave the danger area immediately. Secure
the danger area at a suitable distance, whilst
observing legal requirements.
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