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Charging
Plug-In Charging (PLUG-IN Only)
This section explains the charging of the vehicle's high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
extreme temperatures for long periods without being driven or plugged in.
Plug the vehicle in when temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F) and above 32 °C
(90 °F) to maximize the life of the high voltage battery.
When using the portable charge cord included with the vehicle, it will take approximately 12.5 hours to charge
the vehicle with the 12 amp AC
current setting or 20 hours using the default 8 amp AC current setting.
When using a charging station
capable of 16 amps or more, it will take approximately 4.5 hours to
charge the vehicle. Charge times will vary with outside temperature. There are three ways to program how the
vehicle is charged. See Programmable Charging (PLUG-IN Only) 0 150.
The charging system may run fans
and pumps that result in sounds from the vehicle while it is turned off.
Additional unexpected clicking sounds may be caused by the electrical
devices used while charging.
While the charge cord is plugged into the vehicle, the vehicle cannot be
driven. Charging Start Charge
1. Make sure the vehicle is parked and turned off.
2. Push the rearward edge of the
charge port door in and release to open the door.
In cold weather conditions, ice
may form around the charge port door. Remove ice from the area
before attempting to open or close the charge port door.
3. Open the trunk. Lift the load floor cover and remove the
charge cord.
4. Plug the charge cord into the electrical outlet. See Electrical
Requirements for Battery Charging (PLUG-IN Only) 0 293. Verify the charge cord status. See Charge
Cord (PLUG-IN Only) 0 287.
Select the appropriate charge level using the Charge Limit Preference screen on the
infotainment display. See “Charge Limit Selection” under
Programmable Charging (PLUG-IN Only) 0 150.