OUTLINE
The plug-in charge control system consists of a plugin charge control ECU assembly, charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly), charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable), electric vehicle charger assembly, charging relay and charging indicator, enabling the HV battery to be charged via an external power outlet (AC 220 to 240 V).
This system is controlled by the plugin charge control ECU assembly.
If the plugin charge control ECU assembly detects an electrical leak or a malfunction during charging, charging will be canceled, ensuring safety.
The plugin charge control ECU assembly has a charging timer function. This function helps suppress storage deterioration of the HV battery.
SPECIFICATION
Electric Vehicle Charger Assembly
| Item | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Input Voltage | V | AC 220 to 240 V |
| Rated Input Current | A | 10 |
| Input Power Frequency | Hz | 50 to 60 |
| Rated Output Power | kW | 2.0 |
| Cooling System | Air-cooled | |
Charging Cable (Electric Vehicle Charger Cable Assembly)
| Item | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Rated Input Voltage | V | AC 220 to 240 V |
| Rated Input Current | A | 10 |
| Input Power Frequency | Hz | 50 to 60 |
| Cable Length | m (ft) | 5.0 (16.4), 10 (32.8) |
MAIN FEATURES
Charging Procedure
This plug-in hybrid vehicle is designed so that external charging using a standard home outlet (220 to 240V) and the provided exclusive charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) is possible.
| Step | Operation |
|---|---|
| (1) | Make sure the following conditions are met:
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| (2) | Insert the plug of the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) into a 220 to 240 V outlet. |
| (3) | If an outlet switch is provided, turn it on. |
| (4) | Make sure that the power indicator of the Charging Circuit Interrupting Device (CCID) is illuminated. If it is not illuminated, power may not be supplied or there may be a malfunction in the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly). |
| (5) | Open the charging port lid on the vehicle and plug the charging connector into the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable). When plugging the charging connector in, do not press the latch release button on the charging connector. Make sure that a click sound is heard and the charging connector is securely locked. |
| (6) | Make sure that the charging indicator located beside the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) is illuminated. If it is not illuminated, refer to the Repair Manual. |
| Step | Operation |
|---|---|
| (1) | While pressing the latch release button, disconnect the charging connector from the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable). |
| (2) | Close the charging port lid. |
| (3) | Disconnect the plug from the 220 to 240 V outlet if necessary. |
Note
Follow the above steps (1), (2) and (3) and never disconnect the plug before disconnecting the charging connector.
PRECAUTION
General Precautions
Observe the following precautions. Failure to do so may cause death or serious injury from burns or electric shock.
Do not use a multi-outlet.
Do not connect the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) to a multi-outlet. Doing so may cause overheating, melting or even a fire at the connection point of the 220 to 240 V outlet. The Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) may not operate correctly, leading to a risk of electric shock, if charging is performed using a 3 prong to 2 prong adapter plug on a 220 to 240 V outlet without grounding.
Do not connect multiple cords to a 220 to 240 V outlet.
Doing so may cause the current to exceed the wiring current rating capacity, resulting in the wiring overheating, melting or even catching fire.
Do not use an extension cord or retractable cord.
Doing so may cause overheating, melting or even the extension cord or retractable cord catching fire at the connection point on the 220 to 240 V outlet.
Do not charge using a damaged charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) or charging cable ((electric vehicle charger cable assembly), which consists of the charging cable, charging connector and CCID).
Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in death or serious injury. If any abnormalities are found during visual check of the plug cord, charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) or charging cable ((electric vehicle charger cable assembly), which consists of the charging cable, charging connector and CCID), stop use immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
Do not charge using a damaged 220 to 240 V outlet.
Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock when charging, possibly resulting in death or serious injury. If any abnormalities are found during visual check of the 220 to 240 V outlet, stop use immediately and contact an electrician.
Do not submerge the plug in water.
If the plug is dropped into water, stop use immediately and have it checked by your dealer.
Do not disassemble, repair or modify the charging cable ((electric vehicle charger cable assembly), which consists of the charging cable, charging connector and CCID).
Doing so may cause a fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
Do not disassemble, repair or modify the electric vehicle charger assembly.
The circuit of the charging system may become very hot during and after charging, possibly resulting in severe burns.
Do not charge the vehicle if there is a chance of a lightning strike. If thunder can be heard or lightning can be seen during charging, switch off the breaker without touching the vehicle or the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly).
Lightning strikes may lead to electric shock. Also they may cause the vehicle to malfunction.
Do not impact the charging cable ((electric vehicle charger cable assembly), which consists of a charging cable, charging connector and CCID).
Do not pull/bend/kink the cable forcibly. If the cable is damaged, use may result in a fire or electric shock. Make sure not to drive over the cable.
Do not touch pointed objects, such as nails or needles, to the terminal of the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable). Doing so could lead to electrical shock, possibly causing death or serious injury. (Although the inlet is designed not to have voltage applied to it when the charging connector is not connected, voltage may be applied within 1 second of charging or when the inlet is malfunctioning.)
Do not move the shift lever with the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) connected. The hybrid transaxle assembly is designed to lock in park (P) when the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) is connected. However, it may be possible to select another shift state if the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) is malfunctioning, causing the cable to pulled, if the vehicle moves.
Precautions when Charging
When removing/connecting the plug:
Hold the body of the plug when removing/connecting it.
Do not touch any prongs of the plug when connecting/disconnecting the plug. Doing so could lead to electrical shock, possibly causing death or serious injury. Also do not pull out the plug by pulling the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) because it may damage the cable or plug, resulting in a fire or electric shock. Make sure to hold the body of the plug when disconnecting/connecting it.
Do not disconnect/connect the plug if your hands are wet.
Doing so may lead to electric shock, possibly causing death or serious injury. If the plug is wet, first wipe it with a dry cloth before disconnecting/connecting it. By using the remote switch, the power supplied to the 220 to 240 V outlet that the power supply is attached to can be interrupted, allowing safe disconnection/connection of the plug, even on rainy days.
Insert the plug firmly into the receptacle.
Failure to do so may cause overheating of the connecting part, resulting in melting or a fire. Make sure to hold the body of the plug when inserting the plug firmly into the receptacle.
Do not place heavy objects on the plug.
If the weight of the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) pulling on the plug causes the plug to become loose, it may cause overheating, melting or a fire, or it may damage the plug and cable.
Do not insert the plug if the 220 to 240 V outlet is submerged in water or snow. If the plug has already been inserted and it is necessary to remove it, follow the procedure below to remove the plug.
| Step | Procedure |
|---|---|
| (1) | Turn off the circuit breaker. |
| (2) | Disconnect the plug. |
When disconnecting/connecting the charging connector from/to the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable):
Make sure that there is no foreign matter on the connecting parts of the charging connector and charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable).
If the charging connector and charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) are connected with foreign matter on the connecting parts, they may be damaged.
Make sure that there is no water in the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable).
Charging with water in the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) may cause a fire or electric shock. If the vehicle is charged with water in the charging inlet, stop charging immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
Make sure that snow has not accumulated in the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable), and that it is not frozen.
If snow has accumulated in the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) or the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) is frozen and the connector is connected, they may be damaged. Start charging after the accumulated snow has melted or when the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) is not frozen.
Special precaution for charging on rainy/snowy days:
Do not disconnect/connect the plug if your hands are wet.
Disconnect or connect the charging connector and charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) after the following conditions (1) and (2) are met.
| (1) | Snow has not accumulated in the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable) and the inlet is not frozen. |
| (2) | No water is in the charging inlet (electric vehicle charger cable). |
Others
Do not put heavy objects on the 220 to 240 V outlet, plug, charging connector or charging cable ((electric vehicle charger cable assembly), which consists of a charging cable, charging connector and CCID).
Failure to do so may cause a fire or electric shock. If any abnormalities are found during a visual check, stop use immediately and contact your Toyota dealer.
Make sure not to driver over the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly).
Doing so may damage the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly).
Disconnect the charging connector to suspend charging.
Do not disconnect the plug during charging. Doing so may result in deterioration of the plug or 120 V outlet.
Make sure that the charging indicator illuminates when charging starts.
Refer to the Repair Manual if the charge indicator does not illuminate even though the charging cable (electric vehicle charger cable assembly) is connected to a 220 to 240 V outlet and the vehicle.