User's Manual

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CLIMATE CONTROL
OPERATING NOTES
• Heating is provided by a high voltage
electric heater and cooling is provided
by a high voltage all-electric air
conditioning system. Both of these
systems are located under the hood.
• In addition to cooling the passenger
compartment, the air conditioning
system also cools the high voltage
battery coolant.
• In high ambient temperatures, the air
conditioning system may be activated
even if you have manually switched it
off on the touchscreen. This is normal,
with priority being given to cooling the
high voltage battery to ensure that cell
temperatures stay within a range that
supports long life and efficient
performance.
• For the climate control system to
function efficiently, all windows should
be closed, and the air intake vents free
from ice, snow, leaves or other debris.
• To reduce the time for the vehicle to
reach a comfortable temperature
during hot weather, drive with the
windows slightly open for two to three
minutes after start-up.
• In very humid conditions, slight screen
fogging may be experienced when the
air conditioning system is turned on.
This is a natural occurrence and will
clear after a few seconds.
• Surplus water produced by the
dehumidifying process is drained
beneath the vehicle. This may result in a
small pool of water forming when the
vehicle is stationary and is not a cause
for concern.