Safety of the high-voltage system -> Monitoring of the high-voltage battery for your BMW i5 2023-2025

Safety of the high-voltage system  
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Safety of the high-voltage system  
Water in the footwell, for instance after a  
rainstorm when the window was kept open.  
Vehicle features and options  
The vehicle is in water up to the allowed  
height.  
This chapter describes model-specific equip-  
ment, systems, and functions that are currently  
available, or may become available in the fu-  
ture, even if they are not present in the vehicle.  
General driving instructions, driving through  
water, refer to page 306.  
Additional information:  
Fluid escapes in the cargo area.  
Vehicle equipment, refer to page 8.  
Monitoring of the high-  
voltage battery  
Working on the vehicle  
General information  
Principle  
The manufacturer of the vehicle recommends  
that no changes be made to the vehicle, for  
instance installation of retrofitting accessories,  
that will have an effect on the vehicle’s high-  
voltage system.  
The temperature in the high-voltage battery is  
monitored.  
Any unusually high temperature in the high-  
voltage battery is indicated.  
Safety information  
Safety information  
Warning  
Warning  
An unusually high temperature of the high-  
voltage battery can cause a formation of gas  
and smoke. There is a risk of injury or dan-  
ger to life. In case of noticeable unusual odor  
or smoke formation, refer to the notes for ac-  
tions in the event of a message.  
Improperly performed work, in particular  
maintenance and repair on the high-voltage  
system, can lead to electric shock. There is a  
risk of injury, fire and danger to life.  
It is recommended that the work on the ve-  
hicle, in particular maintenance and repair,  
is performed by an authorized service center  
or another qualified service center or repair  
shop.  
High temperature message  
While driving  
If the temperature of the high-voltage battery  
is too high while driving, a Check Control mes-  
sage is displayed on the control display.  
Contact with water  
The high-voltage system is typically safe even  
in the following example situations:  
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Safety of the high-voltage system  
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During charging or when parked  
Depending on the national-market version: the  
vehicle sounds the horn and, if applicable, the  
vehicle lighting is flashing.  
Actions in the event of a message  
While driving  
1. Stop immediately.  
2. Park the vehicle in a safe place.  
3. Exit the vehicle.  
4. Establish and keep a sufficient distance to  
the vehicle.  
5. Alert emergency personnel.  
During and shortly after charging  
1. If necessary, exit the vehicle.  
2. Establish and keep a sufficient distance to  
the vehicle.  
3. Alert emergency personnel.  
Automatic deactivation  
If an accident occurs, the high-voltage system  
is switched off automatically to prevent risk of  
danger to occupants and other road users.  
Additional information:  
What to do after an accident, refer to  
page 371.  
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