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BMS_u008 — Limp Mode

Full alert identifier: BMS_u008_limpMode

Message shown in the car

Acceleration and top speed reduced Performance may be restored on next drive

Alert description

The battery management system (BMS) detects a condition that would damage the high voltage (HV) system, so it puts the vehicle in limp mode.

Potential impact

Acceleration and top speed are reduced, and regenerative breaking is reduced.

Set condition

The BMS has detected a condition that would damage the HV system if the vehicle continues to drive.

Clear condition

The BMS detects that the condition clears.

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