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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
The Prius Plug-in Hybrid system has features of both electric and hybrid vehicles.
Electricity received by charging from an external power source can be used to
supplement hybrid energy, and the vehicle can also be driven as an electric
vehicle using only the electric motor. The EV driving range can be extended by
using regenerative braking to store electricity in the traction battery.
Electric Vehicle System
Charging indicator
Charging inlet
Charge port lid
Charge port
Charge cable
Charging equipment
Charging connector
Latch release button
CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device)
Plug
Power indicator
Error warning indicator
Test button
Reset button
The charge cable included with the vehicle is designed to be connected only to
an AC 120V power source.
NOTE:Toyota
recommends
installing a heavier-
duty 15-amp wall
receptacle with
GFCI (Ground-Fault
Circuit-Interrupter).
OVERVIEWELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM FEATURES/OPERATIONS
SAFETY AND EMERGENCY FEATURES
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ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM
Charging
Step 1 Plug the charge cable into the outlet of the external power source.
NOTE: Hanging the CCID on a hook is recommended to reduce the strain on the
outlet and charge cable plug.
- Make sure to hold the body of the plug and insert it firmly into the outlet.
- Check that the power indicator of the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) is
illuminated.
- The surface of the CCID may become hot, but this does not indicate a malfunction.
Step 2 Press the test button on the CCID to check that the electrical leakage detection function operates properly.
- If the error warning indicator illuminates when test button is pressed, the function is operating
correctly.
- After the test is completed, press reset button to turn off the error warning. Charging cannot occur
while error warning is illuminated.
- If the error warning indicator does not come on when test button is pressed, the function
may not be operating correctly. Stop charging
immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
The Prius Plug-in may be charged immediately, or scheduled to charge at a
specific time. Before charging, it is recommended that:
-Parking brake is securely set
-All lights are turned off
-The POWER switch is OFF
Start charging
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As a precaution, inspect the charge cable on a routine basis (at least once a
month).
Check that the electrical leakage detection function is operating properly by
following the procedure below.
In the unlikely event that the electrical leakage detection function is not
operating properly, contact your Toyota dealer as soon as possible.
Step 1 Insert the charge cable into the outlet of the external power source.
Step 2 Press the test button on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
If the error warning indicator
illuminates when the test button
is pressed, the function is
operating correctly.
Step 3 Press the reset button on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device).
Turn off the error warning indicator. Charging cannot be carried out while the
error warning indicator is illuminated.
Charging can be continued by following the normal procedure. If not charging,
store the charge cable.
See the Owner’s Manual for important precautionary information.
Inspecting electrical leakage
detection function
ELECTRIC VEHICLE SYSTEM