Your vehicle's traction battery is the central energy and power source for your vehicle. It powers all electric propulsion and indirectly powers the rest of the vehicle by keeping the smaller 12 V battery charged.
The traction battery sits low in the underbody of the vehicle.
Battery care and health
How you use your vehicle affects the traction battery's condition. Its capacity decreases over time. Following the recommended user practices can help extend your battery's service life. These user practices cover events and conditions that can cause battery damage.
Important
Leaving the vehicle with a low battery level can lead to battery damage. Make sure to charge the vehicle as soon as possible if the battery level is near empty.
Tip
There are separate sections in this manual about battery health and what you can do to recover from a low-power scenario.
Battery service and maintenance
The traction battery is a high-voltage component that only authorized technicians are equipped to service safely.
Warning
Hands off vehicle electrics
- Do not handle or modify the vehicle's electrical components. Only perform actions that are clearly described in the manual.
- High-voltage components can produce or conduct lethal currents and must only be handled by authorized technicians.
- Do not make repairs to the vehicle's electrical system or components. Contact Polestar support for any required repairs or servicing.
Battery passport
You can find out more about your vehicle's traction battery by scanning the battery passport QR code. It is located on the inside of the door pillar on the driver's side and is visible when the door is opened.