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Remove the protective cap of
the charging connector and
secure it to the cable.
The illustration uses a Mode 2
charging cable as an example.
Firmly insert the charging con-
nector into the charging inlet.
When the charging connector is
inserted straight as far as possible,
it will automatically lock.
Check that the charging indicator
illuminates. If the charging indica-
tor does not illuminate, the
charging connector is not locked.
*
If the charging connector is not
locked, remove and reinsert it.
After the charging connector is locked, even if someone not carrying an
electronic key presses the charging connector lock switch, they cannot
unlock the charging connector.
*: If the charging connector is not firmly inserted, locking operation will be
performed several times.
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If the charging indicator flashes
after inserting the charging con-
nector:
The charge schedule is regis-
tered (P. 163). Carry an elec-
tronic key and press the
charging connector lock switch
to unlock the charging connec-
tor.
After temporarily removing the charging connector, reinsert it within
approximately 5 seconds. (P. 155)
If the error warning indicator on the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting
Device) flashes during charging, check P. 121 and follow the correction
procedure.
The charging indicator will turn off when charging is completed.
■During charging
●The surface of the CCID (Charging Circuit Interrupting Device) may become
hot, but this does not indicate a malfunction. (When using Mode 2 charging
cable.)
●Depending on radio wave conditions, interference may be heard on the
radio.
●The current charging condition and the estimated time until charging will
complete can be checked on the multi-information display. (P. 146)
●During charging, the hybrid battery (traction battery) status indicator illumi-
nates and flashes, and changes according to the charging amount.
(P. 115)
■If the charging indicator flashes after connecting the charging cable
The charge schedule (P. 163) is registered and charging cannot be per-
formed immediately. To cancel charging using the timer and start charging
immediately, perform any of the following procedures.
●Turn “Charge Now” on (P. 171)
●While the charging indicator is flashing, remove and reconnect the charging
connector within 5 seconds
■When the charging connector cannot be inserted into the charging inlet
P. 133
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Carry an electronic key and
press the charging connector
lock switch to unlock the
charging connector.
The charging connector is
unlocked by the smart lid & con-
nector locking system.
If the charging connector is
unlocked during charging (while
the charging indicator is on),
charging will be interrupted.
Carrying an electronic key and moving near the charging inlet will cause
the charging inlet light to illuminate.
Pull the charging connector
towards you.
Attach the charging connector
cap.
Attach the charging inlet cap
and close the charging port lid.
After charging
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■Charging time
P. 140
■ Safety function
Charging will not start when the charging connector is not locked. If the
charging indicator does not illuminate even when the charging connector is
inserted, remove and reinsert the connector, and then check that the charging
indicator illuminates.
■ When the outside temperature is low or high
The level shown on the remaining charge display ( P. 227) may drop slightly
when the power switch is turned to ON mode, even if charging has been com-
pleted and the hybrid battery (traction battery) is fully charged. However, this
does not indicate a malfunction.
■ Charging time may increase
P. 141
■ While charging
When the power switch is turned to ON mode and the energy monitor dis-
plays, the charging connector is displayed on the energy monitor and the flow
of electricity during charging is displayed ( P. 218). Also, when the charging
connector is locked, is displayed.
■ When removing the charging connector
■ Push lifter
Carry an electronic key and press the
charging connector lock switch and check
that the lock is released, and then pull the
charging connector towards you.
When the charging port lid is open, make
sure not to touch the push lifter. If it is
touched accidentally, the charging port lid
or connector lock may operate.
If they are accidentally operated, carry an
electronic key or unlock the doors, and
then press the charging connector lock
switch to unlock.Push lifter
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NOTICE
■When use the charging cable and related parts
To prevent damage to the charging cable and related parts, observe the fol-
lowing precautions.
● When interrupting or canceling charging, remove the charging connector
before removing the plug.
● When removing the charging cable, check that the charging connector is
unlocked.
● Do not forcefully pull the connector cap and charging inlet cap.
● Do not apply a vibration to the charging connector while charging.
Charging may be stopped.
● Do not insert anything but the charging connector.
● When inserting the plug into or removing the plug from the socket, make
sure to hold the body of the plug.
● Do not damage the charging inlet cap with a sharp object.
● Do not forcefully pull the charging cable that is caught or entangled.
If the cable is entangled, disentangle it before using.
● When charging from the external device, use the charging cable equipped
with the vehicle.
■ When charging
Do not insert the plug into the charging inlet.
The charging inlet may be damaged.
■ After charging
● After disconnecting the charging connector from the charging inlet, make
sure to put on the charging inlet cap and close the charging port lid.
If the charging inlet cap is not put on, water or foreign objects may enter
the charging inlet, which could lead to vehicle damage. (If the charging
port lid is not locked, take care as it may open if unintentionally touched.)
● After removing the plug from the socket, keep it in a safe place free from
moisture and dust.
The charging cable or plug may be damaged if the cable is stepped on or
ridden over by the vehicle.
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Turning “Charge Now” on and off
If even one charge schedule is registered, charging does not start
until the set time, even if the charging cable is connected to the
vehicle. To start charging immediately without changing the charge
schedule setting, turn “Charge Now” on to temporarily cancel the
charge schedule and enable charging immediate after connecting
the charging cable.
■Changing “Next Charging Event”*1
It is possible to temporarily set the time of the next scheduled
charge without changing the registered repeated setting.
*2
*1: The “Next Charging Event” refers to the closest charge schedule from the
current time among the registered charge schedules. Timer charging is
performed based on the “Next Charging Event”.
*2: When “Next Charging Event” is changed, the current charge schedule will
be temporarily ignored and charging will not be carried out until the time
specified by “Next Charging Event”. (For example, when “Next Charging
Event” is set for 2 days later, even if items are registered on the charge
schedule, charging will not be carried out until the time specified by “Next
Charging Event”.)
■Timer settings
A maximum of 15 charge schedules can be registered.
■To make sure that the charging timer function operates correctly
Check the following items.
●Adjust the clock to the correct time (P. 196)
●Check that the power switch is turned off
●After registering the charge schedule, connect the charging cable
The charging start time is determined based on the charge schedule at the
time that the charging cable was connected.
●After connecting the charging cable, check that the charging indicator
flashes (P. 1 1 7 )
●Do not use a socket that has a power cut off function (including a timer func-
tion)
Use a socket that constantly supplies electricity. For sockets where the
power is cut off due to a timer function, etc., charging may not be carried
out according to plan if the power is cut off during the set time.
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Press or of the
meter control switches to
select the charging mode/
time settings row, and then
press .
The charging mode/time set-
tings screen will display.
The clock display (12-hour dis-
play/24-hour display) changes
according to the clock settings.
(P. 196)
Press or of the
meter control switches to
select the item to change
with the cursor, and then
press or to change
the setting.
Set the desired charging mode
and charging start (or departure)
time.
When the charging mode is “Start”, this sets the charging start time.
When it is “Departure”, this sets the charging end time.
After changing the settings to the desired settings, press to return to
the previous screen.
To activate the repeated set-
ting, press or of the
meter control switches to
select “Repeat”, and then
press .
A screen where the repeated
day can be selected will display.
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*: Refer to P. 117 for details regarding charging indicator illumination and
flashing.
Refer to the following table and carry out the appropriate correction
procedure.
Charging indicator flashes and charging cannot be carried out.
When charging indicator slowly
flashes
*:
Charge schedule is registered
When you wish to charge according
to the timer, wait until the set time.
To immediately start charging, set
“Charge Now” to “On”. (P. 171)
When charging indicator rapidly
flashes
*:
Malfunction occurred in an external
power source or the vehicle
Start the hybrid system and follow
the instructions displayed by the
message on the multi-information
display. (P. 184)
When charging timer function does not operate normally
Likely causeCorrection procedure
Cannot charge at desired time
Vehicle clock is not properly
adjustedCheck the clock settings and adjust
it to the proper time. (P. 196)
Charging cable is not connected to
vehicleBefore using the charging timer,
connect the charging cable.
Incorrect charging mode selected
Check the charging mode setting.
(P. 163)
When the charging mode is “Start”,
charging starts at the set time, but
when it is “Departure”, charging is
completed by the set time. (The
charging start time is automatically
controlled by the system.)
Likely causeCorrection procedure