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Charging the vehicle
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Depending on national-market version, differ-
ent charging cables are required and are in-
cluded in the vehicle's scope of delivery.
Current limit
General information
The current limit for charging with the Mode 2
charging cable and the Mode 3 charging cable
can be set via iDrive.
Safety information
Warning
When charging at domestic sockets on another
power grid, the set charging current again
may need to be checked again. The permitted
charge current strength must be determined,
for instance by a qualified electrician, before
charging with a domestic socket outlet.
Incompatible charging cables, adapters, or
unsuitable charging stations can heat up,
cause damage to the vehicle, or lead to an
electric shock. There is a risk of injury, danger
to life, and risk of property damage. Use only
charging cables, adapters, or charging sta-
tions that are recommended for the respec-
tive vehicle type.
If the approved charging current strength is un-
known, set the current limit to the lowest level.
Activating/deactivating current limit
An authorized service center will be glad to
provide information about suitable charging
cables and adapters.
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Charging"
4. "AC limit"
5. "AC limit"
Warning
Improper use of the charging cable can pre-
vent charging and lead to damage, for in-
stance cable fire. There is a risk of fire and
an injury hazard. Use the charging cable only
for charging the vehicle, and do not extend it
using cables or adapters.
Setting the current limit
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Charging"
4. "AC limit"
5. Select the desired setting.
Warning
Settings are stored. When you change charg-
ing locations you also might need to change
the setting for charging.
Damaged charging cables can become hot or
cause electric shock. There is a risk of fire or
an injury hazard. Use undamaged charging
cables only.
Charging cable
Warning
General information
An incorrectly connected charging cable can
lead to damage, for instance cable fire. There
is a risk of injury and risk of damage to prop-
erty. Make sure that the charging cable con-
Use a Mode 2 charging cable, Mode 3 charging
cable, or the permanently installed charging
cable of a charging station to charge the vehi-
cle.
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nector is completely inserted in the charging
socket.
DC charging cable
The DC charging cable that is permanently
installed at the charging station makes is
possible to charge at DC charging stations.
Charging is performed with direct current
at designated DC charging stations. At the
higher dimensioned electrical connection of a
DC charging station, the charging time is nor-
mally substantially shorter compared to a do-
mestic socket outlet or AC charging station.
AC charging cable
Mode 2 charging cable
Mode 2 charging cables can be used to charge
the vehicle from grounded domestic socket
outlets. Charging at domestic socket outlet
electrical connections is performed with alter-
nating current.
While charging at a DC charging station, an in-
dication in the instrument cluster is displayed.
When a Mode 2 charging cable is used, the
efficiency values may differ from those stated
on the energy label.
Charge the vehicle only with a DC charging ca-
ble with a length less than 98 ft/30 m.
The DC charging cable is also referred to as
Mode 4 charging cable.
The Mode 2 charging cable is also referred to
as standard charging cable.
Storage
Flexible Fast Charger, Mode 2
charging cable
The Flexible Fast Charger is a special mode 2
charging cable.
For the outbound delivery, the charging cable
is stowed in the cargo area, for instance under
the cargo area floor or in a bag.
Stow charging cable after use in the same
place again.
The interchangeable mains plugs of the Flex-
ible Fast Charger allow you to charge flexi-
bly using domestic socket outlets or industrial
sockets with protective conductors.
If the charging cable is stowed in a bag, fasten
the bag at an open lashing eye in the cargo
area.
Roll up the charging cable loosely and make
sure that it is not damaged when stowed, e.g.,
cable becomes bent.
Mode 3 charging cable
The Mode 3 charging cable makes it possible
to quickly recharge at sockets of designated
AC charging stations using a special connec-
tor. Charging is performed with alternating cur-
rent at designated AC charging stations. The
charging process can be completed faster than
at domestic socket outlets.
If required, store the charging cable with the
connector cover attached in order to keep
moisture out of the charging cable plug.
Connecting the charging cable
Depending on vehicle equipment and national-
market version, a maximum charge current
level of 16 A to 32 A is possible.
General information
Before connecting, if necessary clean the
charging cable plug and the area between the
charging socket flap and charging socket, e.g.,
remove snow.
The charging cable may be permanently in-
stalled at the charging station.
The Mode 3 charging cable is also referred to
as AC quick charging cable.
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4. Connect the Mode 2 charging cable to
Functional requirements
the domestic socket outlet or the Mode 3
charging cable to the port at the AC charg-
ing station as needed.
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Selector lever position P is engaged.
The drive-ready state is switched off.
The vehicle is unlocked.
5. Insert the charging cable connector for the
charging socket and push it in until it en-
gages.
The parking brake is set.
Charging socket flap
6. Hold the charging cable until it is correctly
locked.
Removing the charging cable
General information
AC charging: The charging cable is locked
while charging with the vehicle locked. Unlock
the vehicle before removing.
Direct current charging: during the charging
process, the charging cable is locked. When
the charging process is completed, the charg-
ing cable is unlocked.
The charging socket flap is located in the rear
on the right side of the vehicle.
Keep charging socket clean and unobstructed.
Before unplugging, clean the area between the
charging socket flap and charging socket as
necessary, for instance remove snow.
If the charging socket is not being used, open
the charging socket flap and, if necessary,
keep the charging socket lid closed.
Disconnecting a charging cable
1. If necessary, unlock the vehicle or the
charging cable via iDrive.
Connecting a charging cable
When charging at a charging station, follow the
instructions on the charging station.
The charging process ends when the
charging cable is unlocked via iDrive or at
the charging station directly.
1. To open the charging socket flap, press on
the rear edge, arrow.
The charging socket flap opens.
2. Press the release button on the handle, ar-
row 1, and grasp the charging cable at the
gripping areas.
2. Open the charging socket cover.
3. Remove the cover of the charging cable
connector, if needed.
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3. Detach the charging cable from the charg-
ing socket, arrow 2.
Unlocking charging cable via iDrive
Selecting unlock directly
4. Close the charging power socket cover until
it clicks into place.
Depending on the display on the control dis-
play, the function can be selected directly.
5. Press the charging socket flap closed until it
engages.
6. Attach cover of the charging cable connec-
tor, if needed.
1.
"Unlock charging cable now"
2. "Unlock charging cable now"
7. Remove the mode 2 charging cable from
the domestic socket outlet or the fast
charging cable (mode 3) from the socket on
the AC charging station as needed.
Unlocking via the menu
1.
Apps menu
2. "Vehicle"
8. Stow the charging cable as required.
3. "Charging"
At a charging station, insert the perma-
nently installed charging cable in the place
provided for it.
4. "Unlock charging cable"
5. "Unlock charging cable now"
6. "Stop and unlock charging cable"
Unlocking the charging cable
Additional settings for unlocking
Principle
1.
Apps menu
Depending on charging socket, when the ve-
hicle is unlocked, the charging cable can be
released using the button on the charging
socket.
2. "Vehicle"
3. "Charging"
4. "Unlock charging cable"
5. Select the desired setting:
DC charging cable: the charging cable is un-
locked via iDrive or by ending the charging
process at the charging station.
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"Unlock AC charging cable at end of
charging": The AC charging cables un-
lock automatically as soon as the charg-
ing process is finished.
Releasing the charging cable using the
key
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"Unlock charging socket flap
permanently": The charging socket flap
can be kept unlocked so that it can be
opened even when the vehicle is locked.
Charging process
Principle
The charging process can be adapted to con-
straints such as the cost of electricity, available
current sources, or a low ambient temperature.
The vehicle controls the charging process in
The charging cable release key is located next
to the charging socket.
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