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With the vehicle stationary and the parking brake applied, the "Vehicle to Load" (V2L) function allows you to connect electrical devices directly to the vehicle.

The system provides AC power (up to 16 A/3.7 kW) using electrical energy stored in your vehicle's traction battery Electric vehicle.

The V2L connector enables you to connect and operate various electrical devices using the charging socket at the front of your vehicle.

Important recommendations

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Please read these instructions carefully. Failure to follow these instructions may lead to a risk of fire, serious injury or electric shocks which could result in death.

Precautions to be taken when using the V2L function.

Do not attempt to power your home as this can lead to damage and electric shocks.

Do not wash the vehicle or work in the engine compartment while using the V2L function.

Do not use the V2L function:

  • if there is water in the V2L connector or in the vehicle's charging socket;
  • if the vehicle's V2L connector or charging input socket is damaged (broken, signs of corrosion, discolouring, etc.), contact an approved dealer to organise a replacement;
  • outdoors, if the weather conditions are unsuitable (rain, risk of lightning, etc.).

Do not place metal objects on the V2L connector.

Do not modify or interfere with the V2L connector while using the V2L function.

Never connect an adapter to the V2L connector.

Precautions to be taken when handling and using the V2L connector.

For your safety, the use of a V2L connector not recommended by the manufacturer is strictly prohibited. For more information on which V2L connector is right for your vehicle, consult an approved dealer.

Do not rest any objects against the V2L connector and do not hang devices by their power cable from the AC output socket of the V2L connector. Risk of damage.

Take care of the V2L connector. Do not disassemble it, immerse it in water or pull on it while it is connected and do not let anything knock against it. Regularly check the condition of the connector before use.

Precautions to be taken when using electrical/electronic devices.

Before plugging in and using a device (extension cable, multi-plugs, etc.), check the precautions for use by referring to its user manual.

Do not plug in:

  • devices that require a direct current, such as medical equipment. The power supply may be interrupted depending on the vehicle operating conditions;
  • devices that consume more than 16 A;
  • devices that do not comply with national regulations and standards;
  • damaged devices (units, cables, etc.);
  • devices whose initial recommendations for use are not adapted to the environment in which they will be used (risks related to contact with dust and water);
  • more than one multi-plug. When in use, do not connect products that consume more than 8 A;
  • an extension lead more than 20 m long. If used, be sure to unwind it completely.

Vehicle to Load (VLC) connector

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For the choice of a V2L connector adapted to your vehicle, we would recommend that you consult an approved Dealer.

Please refer to the manufacturer’s instructions on the V2L connector. Please keep these instructions with the rest of the vehicle documentation.

Operation

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Ensure that the parking brake is always applied when the V2L function is in use.

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You must observe the order in which the V2L connector is connected/disconnected.

To connect the V2L connector

With the vehicle stationary, the opening elements unlocked and the ignition off:

  • press the charging flap 1 to unlock it;
  • hold the handle of the connector and connect the end piece of the connector to the vehicle charging socket 2;
  • check that the V2L connector is correctly connected by pulling lightly on the handle. Before the discharge begins, the socket lock is activated. The V2L connector is automatically locked to the vehicle. This makes it impossible to disconnect the connector from the vehicle;
  • connect the electrical device to the V2L connector AC output socket;
  • after connecting a device, To activate it, you need to press the V2L switch;
  • the V2L function is activated, the electrical device is supplied with power.

Note: do not pull the handle while the V2L connector is being locked to the vehicle.

When in use, the following information is displayed on the instrument panel:

  • the indicator light 5 to indicate that the vehicle is connected to the V2L connector;
  • the estimated time 4 remaining before the minimum battery charging threshold is reached;
  • the battery energy level 3.

Note: the power supply automatically shuts off when:

  • the V2L function is not used for about an hour (no electrical devices connected to the AC socket of the V2L connector or no power consumption);
  • an electrical device exceeding the maximum power capacity is connected;
  • the V2L connector switch is pressed for at least three seconds;
  • the minimum charging threshold of the traction battery set from the multimedia display is reached.

To disconnect the V2L connector

With the card on you or the vehicle opening elements unlocked:

  • press the button 6  2_ALL_473_1_pictogramme.png located next to the charging socket to stop the discharging and the V2L function is deactivated;
  • the V2L connector is automatically unlocked with the vehicle. This enables the connector to be disconnected from your vehicle;
  • disconnect your electrical device and hold the handle of the V2L connector to disconnect it from the vehicle within approximately 15 seconds. Otherwise, the charging socket will be locked again automatically;
  • close the charging flap 1 and press on it to close it;
  • place the V2L connector in its storage area.
  • after use, be sure to store the V2L connector safely.
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Nothing should be placed on the floor (area in front of the driver) as these objects may slide under the pedals during sudden braking manoeuvres, thus obstructing their use.

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Ensure that no hard, heavy or pointed objects are placed in the "open" storage compartments in such a way that they may fall onto passengers during sharp turning, sudden braking or in the event of an accident.

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Do not drive the vehicle while the charging flap 1 is open. Once the V2L connector is disconnected from the vehicle, make sure that the charging flap 1 is properly closed.

Settings

You can set the minimum charge threshold level of the traction battery from the multimedia screen.

Please refer to the multimedia instructions for further information.

Operating faults

In the event of an operating malfunction or internal failure of the V2L function (discharge) power supply will switch off automatically. please contact an approved dealer.