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The ZS EV also has an indicator on the speed dial - right at the bottom of the dial is a series of dashes. If you power up without going to ready status, you’ll see the present battery charge. If you then turn off and start with the pedal depressed, i.e. in ready mode, you’ll see the charge...

I had this - called out the AA when it finally wouldn’t start after using a big battery booster - as it recovered before… AA said the voltage far too low for a recharge and said he could replace it but it cost over £200!!. As I couldn’t wait, I paid it but you can buy your own battery for a lot...

Sorry couldn’t be of help - let us know how it goes will you?

First I’d replace the battery in your keyfob Next if that still doesn’t work, I’d disconnect your 12v battery for ten minutes then reconnect and try again. Lastly, check your 12v battery voltage - I needed to replace mine when it went low after a week without using the car - AA said it was 3V...

There was a battery maintenance system update that allowed you to charge without locking your doors, so if you can do that, you should be up to date. Always worth a dealer visit though to check for updates/recalls etc…

Just looks like the Gruffalo front-on…and I thought the Tesla truck couldn’t be beaten for ugliness. I’m a ZS mk 1 owner, so waiting for the new S5 - looks like it might be a good price for the UK too…

I have this problem too but with Android auto. I believe it’s down to the cable type. Must be charge + data rated and short-ish like 30cm. I have a n adaptor I haven’t yet tried and bought an Amazon basics cable which is a bit long at 1M but will let you know how I get on. There are also...

My gen1 EV has a port in the right hand side of the foot well - near where your knees would be if your sitting in the driver seat

Wouldn’t this just attract Cat. Converter thieves?

Always mark your battery so that you know if it’s been changed. I actually use the manual key handle to pry the shell apart . If you’re buying online, check the voltage with a meter (useful also for AA\AAA batteries when they die and of course, your 12V battery. If your dealer says they’ve...

You can plug your dash cam directly into a fuse on the fuse box that isn’t always on - my windows don’t work unless I’m switched on so you could piggyback your cam onto that fuse and when you turn off, it’ll stop pulling power. Bit of a nuisance though if you want a parking mode on your cam, as...

I have a 20 plate exclusive (Gen 1) and use a Zappi 2 charger. My charge is usually a few hours at 7KW followed by a drop to 0.3KW for at least 3-4 hours. After that my charger says it’s complete and stops the charge. You should be able to tell the difference with the light around the MG badge...

Do we know what software the bug relates to as, I have a similar problem but have had the comfort 2 upgrade and the BMS update that lets you charge with the doors unlocked. BTW we shouldn’t confuse a maintenance charger with a booster - the maintenance charger is just a trickle charger and has...

Which one did you go for? The SUV looks might fine 🙂

This is the ready mode - if you just press the START button and don’t put your foot on the brake, you go into ‘Accessory’ mode and you’ll see a lower charge state for the 12V - if it’s complaint, it’ll usually not go past 12… Other than that, you could always pop the bonnet and stick a meter on...