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Utility mode (if equipped)

The high voltage battery is used instead of the 12 V auxiliary battery for operating the electrical devices of the vehicle.

A: Utility Mode active

When driving is not necessary such as while camping or when stopping the vehicle for a long time, it is possible to use the electrical devices (audio, lights, etc.) for long hours.

The driver can activate the Utility Mode function when the following conditions are satisfied.

  • The vehicle is in the ready () mode and the gear is shifted to P (Park).

  • The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) is applied.

  • EV Settings → Utility Mode is selected on the infotainment system screen.

Utility mode activation

When the system is activated:

  • The indicator will turn off and the indicator will appear on the cluster.

  • All electric devices are usable but the vehicle cannot be driven.

  • The EPB can be cancelled by pressing the EBP switch.

  • Gear cannot be shifted out of P (Park). If a shift attempt is made, a message "Shifting conditions not met" will be displayed on the cluster.

Utility mode deactivation

The Utility Mode can be deactivated by pressing the START/STOP button to the OFF position. The function cannot be deactivated from the User Settings mode.