If the instrument panel displays a hybrid system related critical warning message, the critical message warning lamp illuminates. An audible tone also sounds. See CRITICAL WARNING MESSAGE (RED).
The critical warning messages are as follows:
| Critical warning message | Action |
|---|---|
| Electric Drive Only. Performance And Range Reduced | The vehicle can only be powered by the electric motor and has a limited range. Stop the vehicle when it is safe to do so. Contact a retailer/authorized repairer. |
| Stop Safely. Electrical Fault Detected | The vehicle has a limited range, stop the vehicle at the nearest safe location. Contact a retailer/authorized repairer. |
| High Voltage Shut Down Not Possible. System Live | The vehicle can still be driven. Contact a retailer/authorized repairer as soon as possible. |
| Charge Hybrid Battery. Hybrid Battery Too Cold¹ | Find a safe location with a charging source and charge the vehicle. |
¹ Extremely cold climate conditions can affect the hybrid battery and limits the ability of the car to re-start.
If the instrument panel displays a hybrid system related general warning message, observe the required action in the following table:
| General warning message | Action |
|---|---|
| OK To Drive With Caution. High Voltage System Fault Detected | The vehicle can still be driven. Contact a retailer/authorized repairer if the warning is still present at the end of the journey. |
| Hybrid Battery Fault | The vehicle can still be driven, but the hybrid system’s functionality may be reduced. Contact a retailer/authorized repairer as soon as possible. |