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Engine compartment overview

The overview shows some service-related components.

Some of the components included in the car's electric drive system are located under the bonnet. Exercise caution in this area and only touch anything that is related to normal maintenance.

 Warning

Orange-coloured cables must only be handled by qualified personnel.

 Warning

Several components in the car work with high-voltage current that could be dangerous in the event of incorrect intervention.

  • Do not touch anything that is not clearly described in the Manual.
  • Exercise caution when checking/refilling fluids in the engine compartment.
PS-1926-Engine compartment overview
The appearance of the engine compartment may differ depending on the engine variant.
  1. PS-Icon circle 1Coolant expansion tank
  2. PS-Icon circle 2Reservoir for brake fluid (located on the driver's side)
  3. PS-Icon circle 3Washer fluid filler pipe
  4. PS-Icon circle 4Central electrical unit
  5. PS-Icon circle 5Air filter
  6. PS-Icon circle 6Engine oil filler pipe
PS-1926-Decal for fan and drivebelt
Positioning of warning decal for the engine compartment. The appearance of the engine compartment may differ depending on the model and engine variant.

 Note

It is not intended that the decals illustrated in the Manual should be exact replicas of those in the car. They are included to show their approximate appearance and locations in the car. The information that applies to your particular car can be found on the decal on the car.

 Warning

Remember that the radiator fan (located at the front of the engine compartment, behind the radiator) may start or continue to operate automatically for up to approx. 6 minutes after the engine has been switched off.

It is recommended to contact Polestar Customer Support if the engine needs to be washed. There is a risk of fire if the engine is hot.

 Warning

The ignition system works at a very high and hazardous voltage. The car's electrical system must always be in ignition position 0 when work is being performed in the engine compartment.

Do not touch the spark plugs or ignition coil when the car's electrical system is in ignition position II or when the engine is hot.

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