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Vehicle Data Collection and Event Data Recorders ........................................ 1-8
HEV (Hybrid Electric Vehicle) System .............................................................. 1-9
PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle) System ............................................. 1-10
Charging the Plug-in Hybrid Vehicle ............................................................... 1-11
Charging Information ........................................................................\
........................... 1-11
Charging Time ........................................................................\
...................................... 1-11
Charging Types ........................................................................\
.................................... 1-12
Charging Status ........................................................................\
................................... 1-13
Scheduled Charging........................................................................\
............................ 1-14
Charging Connector Lock ........................................................................\
................... 1-15
Charging Precautions ..............................................................\
................................... 1-16
Electric Charging Label ........................................................................\
....................... 1-18
AC Charge ........................................................................\
............................................ 1-19
Trickle Charge (Type A) ........................................................................\
.......................1-24
Trickle Charge (Type B) ........................................................................\
...................... 1-36
Action to be Taken when Charging Stops Abruptly ................................................. 1-49
Driving the Hybrid Vehicle ........................................................................\
......1-50Starting the Vehicle ........................................................................\
............................ 1-50
Special Features ........................................................................\
................................. 1-50
Hybrid System Gauge ........................................................................\
........................ 1-52
Plug-in Hybrid Mode (Plug-in hybrid vehicle) .......................................................... 1-53
Aux. Battery Saver+ (Plug-in hybrid vehicle) ............................................................ 1-54
Warning and Indicator Lights ........................................................................\
............ 1-56
LCD Display Messages ........................................................................\
........................1-57
Energy Flow ........................................................................\
........................................ 1-65
Hybrid Driving System ........................................................................\
.............1-68e-Handling (Electrically Assisted Handling Performance)/e-EHA (Electrically
Evasive Handling Assist) ........................................................................\
.................... 1-68
Safety Precautions for Hybrid System ............................................................1-69Hybrid Vehicle Components ........................................................................\
............. 1-69
Service Interlock Connector ........................................................................\
............... 1-71
Hybrid Battery Cooling Duct ........................................................................\
.............. 1-71
If an accident occurs ........................................................................\
........................... 1-72
When the Hybrid Vehicle Shuts Off ........................................................................\
... 1-73
1. Foreword/Starting your Hybrid/Plug-in hybrid vehicle

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Charging Connector Lock
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You may select when the charging
connector can be locked and unlocked in
the charging inlet.
The driver can select the charge
connector lock mode from the User
Settings in the LCD display by selecting
‘User Settings Ÿ Convenience Ÿ Locking
Charging Cable’.
When the Charging Connector is
Locked
While
charging Always Do not
lock (if
equipped)
Before
char
ging XO X
While
charging OO X
Finished
charging XO X
Always mode
The connector locks when the charging
connect
or is plugged into the charging
inlet. The connector is locked until all
doors are unlocked by the driver. This
mode can be used to prevent charging
cable theft.
• If the charging connector is unlocked when all doors are unlocked, but the
charging cable is not disconnected
within 15 seconds, the connector will
be automatically locked again.
• If the charging connector is unlocked when all doors are unlocked, but all
doors are locked again, immediately,
the connector will be automatically
locked again.
While charging mode
The connector locks when charging
s
tarts. The connector unlocks when
charging is complete. This mode can be
used when charging in a public charging
station.
Do not lock mode (if equipped)
The connector unlocks regardless of the
s
tate of charging.
Press the charging connector release
button, disconnect the connector.
Be careful to theft of the charging cable.

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8. After charging has started, the estimated charging time is displayed
on the instrument cluster for about 1
minute.
If you open the driver seat door while
charging, the estimated charging time
is also displayed on the instrument
cluster for about 1 minute.
When scheduled charging is set, the
estimated charging time is displayed
as “--” .
Information
Depending on the condition and durability
of the high voltage battery, charger
specifications, and ambient temperature,
the time required for charging the battery
may vary.
Information
To control the temperature of the high
voltage battery while charging or when
the battery temperature is high, the air
conditioner is used to cool down the
battery. It may generate noise or vibration
from operation of the air conditioner
compressor and cooling fan, but it is a
normal condition when charging the high
voltage battery. Also, the air conditioner’s
performance may be degraded due to
operation of the cooling system to charge
the high voltage battery. This is a normal
condition.
Checking Charging Status
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When charging the high voltage battery,
the charge level can be checked from
outside the vehicle.

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How to set the charging rate of the
portable charger
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Charging a plug-in hybrid vehicle at
home can stress the household electrical
system more than a typical household
appliance. Most modern residential
electrical circuits are rated at 15 or 20
amps. The portable charger is rated
to supply a 12A continuous load. To
avoid tripping a fuse or breaker in
the household, the portable charger
charging rate can be reduced. Follow the
steps below to set the charging rate of
the portable charger.1. Check the current output of the
electrical outlet prior to connecting
the portable charger in order to
determine the permissible charging
rate.
2. Connect the plug to a household electric outlet.
3. Check the LED display on the portable charger controller. The indicator 8A,
10A or 12A will be displayed.
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4. The charging rate (amps) can be adjusted on the portable charger
controller. Press the button (1) on the
back of the controller.
5. The charging rate (12A, 10A, 8A) on the LED display changes each time you
press the button. Refer to the table to
adjust the charging rate based on the
electrical outlet current output.
6. When the charging rate is set, follow the procedure in the next section to
connect your vehicle.