Hybrid System - HV Battery Charging Information

NUMBER 039

GROUP Electrical

DATE August 2012

MODEL Optima Hybrid (TF HEV)

SUBJECT:
STOCK MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE - HYBRID BATTERY CHARGING





This bulletin provides information about the dealership stock maintenance procedure for hybrid battery charging on all Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) vehicles that have not been driven (until reaching operating temperature) for 30 days, including vehicles on display in showrooms. This procedure is in accordance with the Kia Service Policies and Procedures Manual (SPPM) and is a check item in the In-Stock Vehicle Maintenance form in the PDI folder. Any damage to hybrid system components due to lack of proper maintenance is not covered under warranty.

Battery Charging Procedure (Every 30 Days) - Start the vehicle and leave in READY mode in Park for at least 30 minutes to charge the battery Turn all vehicle accessories off during this period. Service personnel should not press on the accelerator pedal and are not required to remain in the vehicle during this procedure.

NOTICE
To start the Optima Hybrid, press the Engine Start/Stop Button while depressing brake pedal while in Park. The READY lamp will illuminate in the gauge cluster. The gasoline engine may not immediately run in READY mode, and it may a so cycle ON and OFF. This is normal.

WARNING
Never attempt to directly charge or jump-start the hybrid battery. If the vehicle does not go into READY mode, jump-start the 12-volt auxiliary battery located in the trunk, and charge with Midtronics GR8-1299.

CAUTION
^ Ensure that the fuel level is sufficient for the vehicle to run at least 30 minutes. If the fuel level reaches empty, the hybrid powertrain may be damaged.

^ External battery chargers, including trickle chargers, are only capable of charging the 12-volt auxiliary battery. This procedure is the only way to maintain the hybrid battery on vehicles that have not been driven (until reaching operating temperature) for 30 days.