Electric Vehicle - Charge Check Procedure
S-SB-0028-12
October 26, 2012
Electric Vehicle Charge Check
Service Category
General
Section
Pre-Delivery Service
Market
USA
Applicability
Introduction
To ensure the off-board charging functions and vehicle charging system are operating properly inspect the charging functions during Pre-Delivery Service (PDS) following the procedures in this bulletin.
Be sure to carefully review, and understand, all applicable Repair Manual and Owner's Manual operational procedures and notes for charging before performing this inspection.
Warranty Information
Component Location
Before Inspection
There are two separate ways the iQ EV can be charged. Please use the information below for instructions when using either method.
^ Use the Vehicle Charging Station (up to three [3] hours to fully charge). Use Charging Cable (w/CCID) (up to seven [7] hours to fully charge).
To Charge Vehicle with the Vehicle Charging Station
1. When using the Vehicle Charging Station, observe the following precautions.
A. Cables other than those intended for exclusive use with this vehicle cannot be used for charging.
^ Do NOT attempt to disassemble or repair the charging cable, connector or plug.
^ Do NOT subject the charging cable, connector or plug to strong force or impact.
^ Do NOT forcefully fold the charging cable or damage the charging cable with sharp objects.
^ Do NOT fold the charging connector or plug or insert foreign objects into them.
^ Hold the body of the charging connector or plug when removing or inserting.
^ Avoid exposing the plug to water or moisture.
Inspection
NOTICE
Do NOT charge if the outside temperature is -22°F (-30°C) or below as charging time will be increased and charging equipment may be damaged.
1. Confirm the following before charging:
^ The "POWER" switch is OFF.
^ The parking brake is applied.
^ Vehicle is in the park position. The "P" position switch (transmission shift main switch) is on.
^ There is no electrical load being applied, such as lights, wipers, audio system, seat heaters, etc.
^ Release the charging port door by pulling up on the lever under the driver's seat.
2. Check Charging Function:
A. Check the condition of the charging cable of the Charging Station.
B. Check that the power indicator on the Charging Station is illuminated.
C. Unlock the charging port cap by moving the lock.
D. Remove the charging cable from the Charging Station confirm connector direction and insert it into the charging port.
E. Check energy monitor.
If the "POWER" switch is cycled ON during charging the current charging status and the amount of time needed until charging is complete will be displayed on the energy monitor. After confirming cycle the "POWER" switch to OFF to turn off the display. If the display is left on charging will take longer.
The first time the "POWER" switch is cycled ON after charging is completed; a message detailing the results of the charging will be displayed. Also, if an operation which cannot be carried out is attempted during charging, a warning message will be displayed.
3. After Charging:
A. When charging is complete both lights will illuminate for ten minutes and then turn oft.
B. Pull the charging connector towards you while pressing the latch release button.
C. Place the charging cable back into the Charging Station dock.
D. Close the charging port cap and close the charging port door.
To Charge Vehicle with the Charging Cable (w/CCID)
1. When using the Charging Cable with Charging Circuit Interrupting Device (CCID) observe the following precautions.
A. Cables other than those intended for exclusive use with this vehicle cannot be used for charging.
2. Power Sources:
NOTE
Confirm power sources meet the following criteria before charging.
A. External power source must be AC12OV outlet (NEMA 5-15R) with a Ground-Fault Circuit-Interrupter (GFCI) and a circuit breaker. Use of a 15A individual circuit is strongly recommended to ensure the charging cable operates properly.
CAUTION
^ Do NOT connect the charging cable to a multi-outlet adapter, multi-plugs, or conversion plug.
^ Do NOT connect the charging cable to an extension cord.
^ Do NOT connect the charging cable to a power strip.
B. When charging outdoors make sure to connect to a weather-proof outlet that is certified for outdoor use.
^ Do NOT charge if the outside temperature is -22°F (-30°C) or below as it is possible that charging will take longer and equipment related to charging will be damaged.
^ Make sure to connect to a weatherproof outlet for outdoor use. (If rain falls during charging, take care that rainwater does NOT run along the length of the cable and enter the outlet).
Inspection
1. Confirm the following before charging:
^ The parking brake is applied.
^ Vehicle is in the park position. The "P" position switch (transmission shift main switch) is on.
^ There is no electrical load being applied, such as lights, wipers, audio system, seat heaters, etc.
^ The "POWER" switch is OFF.
2. Check Charging Function:
A. Check the condition of the charging cable provided with the vehicle.
B. Insert the charging cable firmly into the outlet of the external power source.
C. Check that the power indicator of the CCID is illuminated.
If the power indicator does not illuminate, ensure that the plug is firmly connected with the outlet.
D. Press the test button on the CCID to check that the electrical leakage detection function operates properly.
^ If the error warning indicator illuminates when the test button is pressed, the function is operating correctly.
^ After the test has been completed, press the reset button to turn off the error warning indicator.
HINT
Charging cannot be carried out while the error warning indicator is illuminated.
E. Press the vehicle's charging port lid to open.
F. Remove the charging connector cap.
G. Insert the charging cable into the vehicle's charging inlet.
HINT and CAUTION
H. Confirm that the charging indicator is illuminated.
I. Check energy monitor.
If the "POWER" switch is cycled ON during charging the current charging status and the amount of time needed until charging is complete will be displayed on the energy monitor.
After confirming cycle the "POWER" switch to OFF to turn off the display. If the display is left on charging will take longer.
HINT
The first time the "POWER" switch is cycled ON after charging is completed a message detailing the results of the charging will be displayed. Also, if an operation which cannot be carried out is attempted during charging, a warning message will be displayed.
J. If the error warning indicator on the CCID stays on during charging press the reset button on the CCI D. If the error warning indicator does not turn oft after the reset button is pressed an electrical leakage may be occurring in the path to the power source or there may be a problem with the charging cable or the charging system.
3. After Charging:
A. Pull the charging connector towards you while pressing the latch release button.
B. Attach the charging connector cap and close the charging port lid.
C. Remove the plug from the outlet.
CAUTION
^ Hold the body of the plug when removing.
^ Do NOT pull on the cable.
D. Place the charging cable in the cargo area of the vehicle.
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