Charging the hybrid battery

In addition to the conventional fuel tank, your vehicle is also equipped with a rechargeable lithium-ion hybrid battery.

 Warning

California Proposition 65

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

The hybrid battery can be recharged using the charging cable stored in a storage space in the cargo compartment.

 Important

High amperage is required to charge a hybrid vehicle. Before starting charging, make sure that the wall outlet's fuse can handle the amperage specified for the charging cable. Contact a professional if you are unsure.

 Warning

The hybrid electrical system in your vehicle uses high voltage electrical current. Any damage to this system or to the hybrid battery may result in the danger of overheating, fire, or serious injury. If the vehicle is involved in a collision or subjected to flooding, fire, etc., have it inspected by a trained and qualified Volvo service technician. Prior to this inspection, the vehicle should be parked outdoors at a safe distance from any building or potentially flammable materials.

The hybrid battery's charging time depends on the charging current used.

 Note

The capacity of the hybrid battery diminishes somewhat with age and use, which could result in increased use of the gasoline engine and consequently, slightly higher fuel consumption.

 Warning

If the hybrid battery needs to be replaced, this may only be done by a Volvo retailer or authorized Volvo workshop.

Charging cable handle and charging socket

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Charging cable handle and charging socket.
Charging status is indicated in three ways:
  • Indicator on the charging cable's control module
  • Indicator light in the vehicle's charging socket
  • Images and text in the instrument panel

The vehicle's start battery is charged while the hybrid battery is charging and stops charging when the hybrid battery is fully charged. The start battery is also charged while driving.

If the hybrid battery's temperature is below -10 ºC (14 ºF) or above 40 ºC (104 ºF), some of the vehicle's functions may be reduced or not available at all.

The electric motor cannot be used if the battery's temperature is too low or too high. If the PURE drive mode is selected, the gasoline engine will start.