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Charging the high-voltage battery (PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles)
168
Problems with fuel and the fuel tank
Problem
Fuel is leaking from the
vehicle.
The fuel filler flap cannot
be opened.
Charging the high-voltage battery
(PLUG-IN HYBRID vehicles)
Important safety notes
G
DANGER
The vehicle's high-voltage electrical system is
under high voltage. If you modify components
in the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system
or touch damaged components, you may be
electrocuted. The components in the vehi-
cle's high-voltage electrical system may be
damaged in an accident, although the damage
is not visible. There is a risk of fatal injury.
Following an accident, do not touch any high-
voltage components and never modify the
vehicle's high-voltage electrical system. Have
the vehicle towed away after an accident and
Possible causes/consequences and M Solutions
G
WARNING
The fuel line or the fuel tank is faulty.
Risk of explosion or fire.
Apply the electric parking brake.
X
Switch off the engine.
X
Remove the SmartKey from the ignition lock.
X
or, in vehicles with KEYLESS-GO start-function or KEYLESS‑GO
Open the driver's door.
X
The on-board electronics now have status 0. This is the same as the
SmartKey having been removed.
Do not restart the engine under any circumstances.
X
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
The fuel filler flap is not unlocked.
Unlock the vehicle (
X
PLUG-IN HYBRID Vehicles: depressurize the fuel tank
X
(
page 165).
Y
The SmartKey battery is discharged or nearly discharged.
Unlock the vehicle using the mechanical key (
X
The fuel filler flap is unlocked, but the opening mechanism is jammed.
Consult a qualified specialist workshop.
X
page 81).
Y
the vehicle's high-voltage electrical system
checked by a qualified specialist workshop.
G
WARNING
In the event of a vehicle fire, the internal pres-
sure of the high-voltage battery can exceed a
critical value. In this case flammable gas
escapes through a ventilation valve on the
underbody. The gas can ignite. There is a risk
of injury.
Leave the danger zone immediately. Secure
the danger area at a suitable distance, whilst
observing legal requirements.
G
DANGER
If you use incorrectly installed mains sockets
or adapters, extension cables or similar to
connect the charging cable to a mains socket,
page 83).
Y

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