Fiat 500e 2017 Owner's Manual page 12

10 THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
• Lithium-ion batteries can be recharged and dis-
charged thousands of times.
High Voltage Battery Service Disconnect
The high voltage battery service disconnect is located
under the rear passenger seat lower cushion. If your
vehicle requires service, see your authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Never try to remove the high voltage service dis-
connect. The high voltage service disconnect is used
when your vehicle requires service by a trained
technician at an authorized dealer. Failure to follow
this warning can cause severe burns or electrical
shock that may result in serious injury or death.
Disposal of the High Voltage Battery
Your vehicle's high voltage battery is designed to last
the life of your vehicle. See your authorized dealer for
information on the disposal of the battery if it should
require replacement.
General Information
The vehicle is also equipped with a Battery Manage-
ment System that is designed to:
• Ensure safe operation
• Maximize driving range
• Maximize the life expectancy of the high voltage
battery
NOTE:
• During vehicle start up and shut down, a clicking
noise may be heard from within the vehicle. When
the ignition key is turned to the on position, the high
voltage battery contactors inside the battery are
closed to make the stored electricity inside available
for vehicle use. The clicking noise observed is the
sound of these contactors as they open and close and
is normal operation for your 500e.
• The operating temperature range of the high voltage
battery is -22 °F to 122 °F (-30 °C to 50 °C). If it is
attempted to operate the vehicle with the battery
outside of these temperature extremes it will not
function.