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PLUG-IN Features
High Voltage Safety Information
{ Warning
Exposure to high voltage can cause shock, burns, and even death. The high voltage components in the
vehicle can only be serviced by
technicians with special training.
High voltage components are
identified by labels. Do not remove, open, take apart, or modify these
components. High voltage cable or wiring has orange covering or
labels. Do not probe, tamper with,
cut, or modify high voltage cable or wiring.
This vehicle has a high voltage battery and a standard 12-volt battery.
If the vehicle is in a crash, the sensing system may shut down the high
voltage system. When this occurs, the high voltage battery is disconnected
and the vehicle will not start. The
SERVICE VEHICLE SOON message in the Driver Information Center (DIC) will be displayed. Before the vehicle
can be operated again, it must be serviced at your dealer.
{ Warning
Damage to the high voltage battery or high voltage system can create a risk of electric shock, overheating,
or fire.
If the vehicle is damaged from a moderate to severe crash, flood, fire, or other event, the vehicle
should be inspected as soon as
possible. Until the vehicle has been inspected, store it outside at least
15 m (50 ft) from any structure or anything that can burn. Ventilate
the vehicle by opening a window or a door.
Contact your dealer as soon as
possible to determine whether an inspection is needed.
See Battery - North America 0 334 for important safety information. If an
airbag has inflated, see What Will You See after an Airbag Inflates? 0 89.
Only a trained service technician with the proper knowledge and tools
should inspect, test, or replace the
high voltage battery. See your dealer if either the 12-volt battery or the high
voltage battery needs service.
Charging
This section explains the process for charging the high voltage battery. Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
temperature extremes for long periods without being driven or plugged in.
It is recommended that the vehicle be plugged in when temperatures are
below 0 °C (32 °F) and above 32 °C (90 °F) to maximize high voltage
battery life.
When using the portable charge cord included with the vehicle, it will take approximately 20 hours to charge the vehicle with the 8 amp AC current
setting or 12.5 hours using the
12 amp AC current setting. When
using a charging station capable of
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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
A portable charge cord used to charge the vehicle high voltage battery is
stored in the trunk under the load floor.
1. Place the vehicle in P (Park) with the ignition 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.
5. Plug in the vehicle plug of the
charge cord into the charge port on the vehicle. Verify that the
charging status indicator illuminates on top of the
instrument panel and an audible beep occurs. See Charging Status Feedback (PLUG-IN Only) 0 283.
6. If equipped, to arm the charge
cord theft alert, lock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter. To
disable this feature, see “Charge Cord Theft Alert” in Vehicle
Personalization 0 168.
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1. Unlock the vehicle with the RKE transmitter to disarm the charge cord theft alert.
2. Unplug the vehicle plug of the charge cord from the vehicle.
3. Close the charge port door by
pushing firmly on the rearward edge of the door surface.
4. Unplug the charge cord from the electrical outlet.
5. Place the charge cord into the storage compartment.
Charge Cord
Important Information About Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
. Charging an electric vehicle can stress a building’s electrical
system more than a typical household appliance.
. Before you plug in to any electrical outlet, have a qualified electrician
inspect and verify the electrical system (electrical outlet, wiring,
junctions, and protection devices)
for heavy-duty service at a 12 amp continuous load.
. Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or be damaged over time, making them unsuitable for electric vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical outlet serviced by a qualified electrician.
. When outdoors, plug into an electrical outlet that is
weatherproof.
. Mount the charging cord to reduce strain on the electrical outlet/plug.
{ Danger
Improper use of portable electric vehicle charge cords may cause a
fire, electrical shock, or burns, and may result in damage to property, serious injury, or death.
. Do not use extension cords, multi-outlet power strips,
splitters, grounding adaptors, surge protectors, or similar
devices.
. Do not use an electrical outlet that is worn or damaged,
or will not hold the plug firmly in place.
. Do not use an electrical outlet that is not properly grounded.
. Do not use an electrical outlet that is on a circuit with other electrical loads.
Charge Cord Status Indicators
See Charge Cord (PLUG-IN Only) 0 287.