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Plug-in Hybrid EV SystemGeneral information 2-3
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Motion energy is converted into electric energy using the motor as a power generator.Then a braking force generates and converted electric energy will be charged to the drive battery.zIf you lift your foot off the accelerator pedal during driving, a braking force that equivalent to engine braking of a combusti
on engine vehicle
will be generated. Also, if you shift the select position into “B” (BRAKE) from “D” (DRIVE), effectiveness of the regenerative
braking is get-
ting strong. Shift the selector lever into “B” (
BRAKE) position according to the driving condition.
zRegenerative brake force increases with the foot brake force when the brake pedal is depressed.zIf a problem occurs in the Plug-in hybrid EV system, or if the
ABS and/or the ASC have been activated, the regenerative braking
will be
restricted. The foot brake will still operate.
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zEven when the vehicle is driving in EVdrive mode, it may be automaticallychanged to series hybrid mode or parallelhybrid mode in the following cases:•The plug-in hybrid EV system is too hotor too cold.
•Quick acceleration is applied.•The air conditioner is operating.•The accelerator pedal is depressed hardon an uphill road or expressway.•In cold weather•The vehicle has not been refueled for along time.•The drive battery level is low.
In addition to the above, there are morecases where EV drive mode is automati-cally changed to series or parallel hybridmode.zEven while the vehicle is stopped, theengine may automatically be started in thefollowing cases:•The drive battery level is low.
The roles of the motors and engine in each drive mode
Motor
Engine
Driving conditions
EV Drive Mode
ON
OFF
Driving on streets and commuting
Series Hybrid Mode
ON
Generates electricity
Powerful acceleration uphill road
such as mountain road
Parallel Hybrid Mode
ON
Drivers front wheels and generates
electricity
High-speed driving
Regenerative braking Operation of gasoline engine
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Plug-in Hybrid EV SystemGeneral information 2-5
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zThe performance may be changed due tothe outside temperature.At low temperature, in particular, the EVcruising range is short and the chargingtime is long, compared to operation atnormal temperature.zThe battery is gradually discharged with-out use and the battery charge is lowered.zIt is not necessary to consume the batterycompletely before charging.zIf your vehicle is not used for a long time,check the drive battery level display every3 months.If the drive battery level display shows 0,charge the battery until some indicationappears. Alternately, put the operationmode of the power switch in “ON” to startthe engine automatically, wait for theengine to stop automatically, then put theoperation mode of the power switch in“OFF”.zMitsubishi Motors collects drive batteries.If you scrap your vehicle, please consult aMitsubishi Motors Authorised ServicePoint.
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zEven if the charge level is the same, theEV cruising range may vary depending ondriving conditions. Since driving at highspeed or climbing on a hill requires higherconsumption of the drive battery thanusual, the EV cruising range is shortened.zSince the air conditioning (cooling orheating) consumes power of the drive bat-tery, its operation results in a shorter EVcruising range. Maintain an appropriatetemperature.zPut the selector lever to “B” (BRAKE)position according to the road condition.To c h a rg e t h e d r i v e b a t t e r y w i t h a p p r o p r i -ate use of the regenerative brake, it can beincreased the EV cruising range.
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The Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System(AVAS) is device that uses sound to alertpedestrians of the presence of the vehicle.The system operates when the vehicle speedis about 35 km/h or less and the engine is notrunning.Refer to “Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System(AVAS)” on page 7-24.
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A crash or impact significant enough torequire an emergency response for conven-tional vehicles would also require the sameresponse for Outlander PHEV.Also follow the instructions described belowto avoid severe burns and electrical shock thatmay result in serious injury or death.
Precautions for operation
EV cruising range Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-tem (AVAS)
WA R N I N GzEven if the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting Sys-tem (AVAS) sounds, pay special attentionto pedestrians.Pedestrians may not notice the oncomingvehicle, which may cause an accidentresulting in serious
personal injury or
death.
In case of a collision
WA R N I N GzIf your vehicle is dr
ivable, pull your vehi-
cle off the road to a safe, nearby locationand remain on the scene.Also, if possible, do the following opera-tions and stay out of the way of anyoncoming traffic while awaiting thearrival of emergency responders.•Apply chocks to the wheels.•Put the select position in “P”(PARK)position.•Apply the parking brake.
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Plug-in Hybrid EV System2-6 General information
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•Open the windows, doors and tailgate.•Put the operation mode in OFF.•Turn on the hazard warning flashers.• Move the key away from the vehicle toprevent unintended start-up of the sys-tem by inadvertent contact with a switchor impact from the crash.
zNever touch high-voltage wiring, connec-tors, and other high-vol
tage parts, such as
the inverter unit and drive battery. Anelectric shock may occur if exposed elec-tric wires are visible when viewed frominside or outside of
your vehicle. For their
locations, see “High-
voltage components”
on page 2-7.zIf the vehicle receives a strong impact tothe floor while driving, stop the vehicle ina safe place and
check the floor.
zNever start the plug-in hybrid EV systemif you found the leak
of a liquid (except
water of the air conditioner) while check-ing the outside of the vehicle because thereis possibility the fuel system has beendamaged and causing of fire or exploding.In such case, immediately contact yourMITSUBISHI MOTORS Authorized Ser-vice Point.WA R N I N G
zLeaks or damage to the drive battery mayresult in a fire. If you discover them, con-tact emergency services immediately.Since the fluid leak may be lithium man-ganite from the Lithium-ion battery, nevertouch any fluid leaking from the inside oroutside of the vehicle. If the fluid contactsyour skin or eyes, wash
it off immediately
with a large amount of water and receiveimmediate medical attention to help avoidserious injury.zIf you are unable to safely assess the vehi-cle due to vehicle damage, do not touchthe vehicle. Leave the vehicle and contactemergency services. Advise emergencyresponders that this is a Plug-in Hybridvehicle.zIf a fire occurs in this vehicle, leave thevehicle as soon as possible and contactemergency services. Do not attempt toextinguish a fire by yourself. If the fireinvolves a lithium-ion battery, it willrequire large, sustained volumes of waterfor extinguishment. Using a small amountof water or the incorrect fire extinguishercan result in serious injury or death fromelectrical shock.zWhen you leave the vehicle, if possible,open the windows, doors and tailgate toprevent accumulation of poisonous/com-bustible gasses. This will
also assist in the
rescue and fire fighting process.WA R N I N G
zAs with any vehicle fire, the byproducts ofcombustion can be toxic. Do not inhalesmoke, vapors, or gas from the vehicle.Move to a safe distance upwind and uphillfrom the vehicle fire and out of the way ofany oncoming traffic while awaiting thearrival of emergency responders.zIf you detect leaking fluids, sparks, smoke,flames, gurgling, popping or hissing noisesoriginating from the high voltage batterycompartment, contact emergency servicesimmediately. This may result in a fire.zPhysical damage to the vehicle or highvoltage battery may result in immediate ordelayed release of toxic and/or flammablegases and fire.zIf your vehicle needs to be towed, trans-port the vehicle on a
flatbed truck or tow
the vehicle with all wheels off the ground.If the any wheels are on the ground whentowing, this may cause damage to the elec-tric motors. This may also cause a fire, ifwiring in the electric motor unit roombecomes damaged. Refer to “Towing” onpage 9-19.zDo not attempt to repair a damaged Plug-in Hybrid vehicle by yourself. Please con-tact a MITSUBISHI MOTORS Author-ised Service Point for service.WA R N I N G
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Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold
General information 2-9
2
zEven if the ambient temperature is approximately 45 °C or lower, when driving at high-speed and uphill repeatedly, the phenomen
a described
below may occur. Please take the described actions.
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zWhen the ambient temperature is approximately -15 °C or lower, the phenomena described below may occur. Please take the described cor-rective action.Approx. ambi-ent temperature
Phenomena
Corrective action
Approx. 45 °C or
higher
Startup and driving
• The motor output is restricted and the vehicle performance may be decreased. Then, the limited driving mode warning display
*
may be displayed.
•Stop the vehicle at a safe place if needed with the plug-in hybrid EV system started.
Charging and battery
•Charging time becomes longer, charging may not be possible or it may stop on the way.
•Park in a well-ventilated, shady place.
NOTE
z*: Refer to “Limited driving mode warning
display” on page 6-33. Display of the limite
d driving mode warni
ng display does not i
ndicate a malfunction.
Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold
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Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold2-10 General information
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Approx. ambi-ent temperature
Phenomena
Corrective action
Approx. -15 °C
or lower
Startup and driving
•The motor output is restricted and the vehicle performance may be decreased. Then, the limited driving mode warning display
*1
may be displayed.
•Keep driving if you can drive at a similar speed as sur-rounding vehicles.If you cannot drive at a simi-lar speed as surrounding vehi-cles, stop the vehicle at a safe place and charge the drive battery.
•Regenerative braking performance may decrease.
•When braking, depress the brake pedal harder.
Charging and battery
••Charging time becomes longer.Complete charging may not be possible.
•When you have finished driv-ing, charge the drive battery before its temperature falls.
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Cautions and actions to deal with intense cold
General information 2-11
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Approx. -30 °C
or lower
Startup and driving
•The Plug-in Hybrid EV system may not be started. Then, blink-ing of the ready indicator
*2 may continue and “BATTERY TOO
COLD” may be displayed on the multi information display.
••In the daytime, wait for the temperature to rise, restart the plug-in hybrid EV system.On vehicles equipped with both MITSUBISHI Remote control and electric heater, if low temperature is predicted, even if the drive battery is full charge, connect EV charging cable beforehand.The drive battery is automati-cally warmed up
*3.
• The vehicle performance may be restricted and the normal driv-ing may become impossible. Then, “BATTERY TOO COLD” may be displayed.
•Stop the vehicle at a safe place immediately.
• Regenerative braking performance may decrease or lose. • When braking, depress the
brake pedal harder.
Charging and battery
•Charging may become impossible or it may stop on the way. •In the daytime, wait for the
temperature to rise, restart the plug-in hybrid EV system.
CAUTIONz“BATTERY TOO COLD” is displaye
d, contact a MITSUBISHI MOTO
RS Authorized Service Point.
zBlinking of the ready indicator
*2 continues and “BATTERY TOO COLD” is displayed on the mu
lti information display with vehicle conditions, the drive
battery can not be warm up.Approx. ambi-ent temperature
Phenomena
Corrective action
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Filling the fuel tank
General information 2-13
2
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45 litres1. Before filling with fuel, stop the plug-inhybrid EV system.
NOTE
zPoor quality petrol can cause problems suchas hard starting, sta
lling, engine noise and
hesitation. If your experience these prob-lems, try another brand and/or grade of pet-rol.If the check engine
warning lamp flashes,
have the system checked as soon as possibleat a MITSUBISHI MOTORS AuthorisedService Point.
Filling the fuel tank
WA R N I N GzWhen handling fuel, comply with thesafety regulations displayed by garagesand filling stations.zGasoline is highly flammable and explo-sive. You could be burned or seriouslyinjured when handling it. When refuelingyour vehicle, always
put the operation
mode of the power switch in OFF andkeep away from flames, sparks, and smok-ing materials. Always handle fuel in well-ventilated outdoor areas.zBefore removing the fuel cap, be sure toget rid of your body’s static electricity bytouching a metal part of the car or fuelpump. Any static electricity on your bodycould create a spark that ignites fuelvapor.
zPerform the whole refueling process(opening the fuel tank filler door, remov-ing the fuel cap, etc.) by yourself. Do notlet any other person come near the fueltank filler. If you allowed a person to helpyou and that person was carrying staticelectricity, fuel vapor could be ignited.zDo not perform chargi
ng and refueling at
the same time. If you charged with staticelectricity, fuel vapor could be ignited bythe discharge spark.zDo not move away from the fuel tank filleruntil refueling is finished. If you movedaway and did something else (for example,sitting on a seat) part-way through therefueling process, you could pick up afresh charge of st
atic electricity.
zBe careful not to inhale fuel vapor. Fuelcontains toxic substances.zKeep the doors and windows closed whilerefueling the vehicle. If they were open,fuel vapor could get into the cabin.zIf the tank cap must be replaced, use onlya MITSUBIHI MOTORS original part.WA R N I N G
CAUTIONzDepending on the opera
ting conditions of
your vehicle, the fuel in the fuel tank maynot be used for a long time and stay in thetank, resulting in deterioration of the fuelquality. As this may af
fect the engine and
fuel system parts, observe the followinginstructions:•Run the engine by pressing the batterycharge switch at least once in 3 months.Refer to “Battery charge switch” on page7-23.• Refuel 20 litres or more of fuel every 6months (to make the total refueling amountin 6 months be 20 litres or more).
zIf refueling of the above
amount is not possi-
ble due to a high fuel level because the vehi-cle has not been used for a long time or forsome other reason, consult a MITSUBISHIMOTORS Authorised Service Point.
Fuel tank capacity Refuelling
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Battery
Charging 3-3
3
*2: Use this time as a guide because the rated AC voltage and the rated current value may differ from country to country.Alternately, the drive battery can be almost fully charged by turning on the battery charge switch while the vehicle is running
or stopping.
Refer to “Battery charge switch” on pages 7-23.
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There are two types of batteries installed inyour vehicle: a drive battery for operating themotor (electric motor unit) and air condition-ing as well as an auxiliary battery for startingthe Plug-in Hybrid EV system and operatingthe lamps, wipers, etc.This chapter explains charging of the drivebattery.
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Normal charging is performed through the onboard charger using rated AC 240 V outlet asthe power source
Battery
NOTE
zThe auxiliary battery is automaticallycharged while the ready indicator is illumi-nated or during charge for the drive battery.Refer to “Ready indica
tor” on page 6-37.
zIf the auxiliary battery is flat, the Plug-inHybrid EV system cannot be started.Refer to “Emergency starting” on page 9-2.
Basic knowledge for charg-ing
NOTE
WA R N I N GzTo r e d u c e t h e r i s k o f e l e c t r i c s h o c k o r f i r edue to electric leak,
always use an outlet
protected by a residual current detector,rated for amperage equal to or greaterthan the value specified by MITSUBISHIMOTORS, and that is connected to a dedi-cated branch circuit. If the circuit isshared, and another electrical device isbeing used at the same time the vehicle ischarging, the breaker may trip and thecircuit may cause adverse interference onMCB (Moulded Circui
t Board) and house-
hold electrical appliances such as TVs andaudio systems.zIt is possible to charge even in rain orsnow. However, be sure to pay attention tothe following:
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