2026-06-03

LV Maintainer (Connect and Disconnect) (Maintenance)

Correction code 17010500 FRT 0.06 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and FRT listed above reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

  • 2026-06-03: Deleted steps to disconnect/connect the LV battery connector.
  • 2025-12-05: Added a caution to make sure windows are not moved for at least 1 minute before disconnecting the LV maintainer.
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CAUTION
Before disconnecting the LV maintainer, make sure windows are not moved for at least 1 minute. Failure to wait before disconnecting can result in component damage.

Connect

  1. On the touchscreen, select the vehicle badge icon in Controls > Software for four seconds, and then type "service" into the dialog box to place the vehicle in service mode.
  2. Release the positive terminal cover.
  3. Attach the LV maintainer positive terminal to the jump post.
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    CAUTION
    To avoid damaging the vehicle, DO NOT allow the positive cable to make contact with other metal components.
  4. Attach the LV maintainer negative terminal to the ground terminal located above the vehicle VCFRONT ground point.
  5. Connect the LV maintainer to a power supply, and then power on.
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    CAUTION
    Never have a LV maintainer and the LV battery simultaneously connected for any extended period of time.

Disconnect

  1. Power off the LV maintainer.
  2. Release the negative terminal connection from the vehicle first, and then release the positive terminal.
  3. Attach the positive terminal cover.
  4. Confirm that the LV battery State Of Charge (SOC) is above 73% and Battery State is Charge or Standby via Via Service Mode > Low Voltage > Power Distribution.
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    Note
    If the LV battery SOC is below 73% confirm that Battery State is Charge and Pack Current is positive.
  5. Exit service mode.