charging CHEVROLET VOLT 2016 2.G User Guide

Chevrolet VOLT Owner Manual (GMNA-Localizing-U.S/Canada/Mexico-
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Warning Lights,
Gauges, and
Indicators
Warning lights and gauges can
signal that something is wrong
before it becomes serious enough
to cause an expensive repair or
replacement. Paying attention to the
warning lights and gauges could
prevent injury.
Some warning lights come on briefly
when the propulsion system is
started to indicate they are working.
When one of the warning lights
comes on and stays on while
driving, or when one of the gauges
shows there may be a problem,
check the section that explains what
to do. Waiting to do repairs can be
costly and even dangerous.
Instrument Cluster
The instrument cluster displays a
preview of information that includes
electric range, charging, odometer,
and battery status. This happens
upon entry when the driver door is
opened, and following the welcome
animation, before starting the
vehicle.
The CHARGING OVERRIDE/
INTERRUPTION OCCURRED
message may display to indicate
that a charging override or
interruption has occurred due to one
or more of the following events:
.Override of the charge settings
by the owner using OnStar.
. Unintended interruption of AC
power at the vehicle's
charge port.
. Interruption of charging by the
utility company using OnStar as
authorized by the vehicle owner.

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Passenger Airbag Status
Indicator
The vehicle has a passenger
sensing system. SeePassenger
Sensing System 068 for important
safety information. The passenger
airbag status indicator is in the
overhead console.
When the vehicle is started, the
passenger airbag status indicator
will light ON and OFF for several
seconds as a system check. Then,
after several more seconds, the
status indicator will light either ON
or OFF to let you know the status of
the front outboard passenger frontal
airbag and knee airbag. If the word ON is lit on the
passenger airbag status indicator, it
means that the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag are allowed to inflate.
If the word OFF is lit on the airbag
status indicator, it means that the
passenger sensing system has
turned off the front outboard
passenger frontal airbag and knee
airbag.
If, after several seconds, both status
indicator lights remain on, or if there
are no lights at all, there may be a
problem with the lights or the
passenger sensing system. See
your dealer for service.
{Warning
If the airbag readiness light ever
comes on and stays on, it means
that something may be wrong
with the airbag system. To help
avoid injury to yourself or others,
have the vehicle serviced right
away. See
Airbag Readiness
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Warning (Continued)
Light0107 for more information,
including important safety
information.
Charging System Light
(12-Volt Battery)
The charging system light comes on
briefly when the vehicle is in ON/
RUN, as a check to show the light is
working.
If the light stays on, or comes on
while driving, there could be a
problem with the electrical charging
system. Have it checked by your
dealer. Driving while this light is on
could drain the 12-volt battery.

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SeeHeadlamp High/Low-Beam
Changer 0147.
IntelliBeam®Light
This light comes on when the
IntelliBeam system, if equipped, is
enabled.
See Exterior Lamp Controls 0146.
Lamps On Reminder
This light comes on when the
exterior lamps are in use. See
Exterior Lamp Controls 0146.
Cruise Control Light
The cruise control light is white
when the cruise control is on and
ready, and turns green when the
cruise control is set and active.
The light goes out when the cruise
control is turned off. See Cruise
Control 0190.
Door Ajar Light
This light comes on when a door is
open or not securely latched.
Information Displays
Center Stack Display
The center stack screen displays
Charging, Power Flow, and Energy
Information. See the information that
follows.
Climate Control, Infotainment, and
Vehicle Personalization information
also displays in this screen. For
more information on these
systems, see:
.
Automatic Climate Control
System 0154.
. The infotainment manual.
. Vehicle Personalization 0138.
The center stack controls only need
a light touch to operate and work
best with bare hands. The controls
will work with most gloves although
they may take longer to respond.
Use the finger pad rather than the
finger tip to minimize response time.
If the controls are not responding,
remove the gloves.

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To view the Power Flow, Charging,
and Energy Information, touch
Energy on the infotainment display.
Power Flows
To view the Power Flow screens,
touch Energy on the infotainment
display and then touch Power Flow
at the bottom of the touch screen.
The Power Flow screens indicate
the current system operating
condition. The screens show the
energy flow between the engine,
electric drive unit, and high voltage
battery. These components will be
highlighted when they are active.
Battery Power - Battery is active
with energy flowing to the wheels.
Battery Power - Vehicle is stationary
in electric mode and no power is
flowing to the wheels.
Engine Power - Engine is active
with energy flowing to the wheels.
Engine Power - Vehicle is stationary
in Extended Range Mode and no
power is flowing to the wheels.
Engine and Battery Power - Both
the engine and battery are active
with energy flowing to the wheels.

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Engine and Regen Power Recovery
- Engine is active. Power from the
wheels returns to the battery during
regenerative braking or coasting.
Regen Power Recovery - Power
from the wheels returns to the
battery during regenerative braking
or coasting.
Power Off - No power is flowing to
the wheels.
Programmable Charging
Important Information About
Portable Electric Vehicle Charging
.Charging an electric vehicle can
stress a building’ s electrical
system more than a typical
household appliance.
. Before you plug into any
electrical outlet, have a qualified
electrician inspect and verify the
electrical system (electrical
outlet, wiring, junctions, and
protection devices) for
heavy-duty service at a 12 amp
continuous load. .
Electrical outlets may wear out
with normal usage or be
damaged over time, making
them unsuitable for electric
vehicle charging.
. Check the electrical outlet/plug
while charging and discontinue
use if the electrical outlet/plug is
hot, then have the electrical
outlet serviced by a qualified
electrician.
. When outdoors, plug into an
electrical outlet that is
weatherproof while in use.
. Mount the charging cord to
reduce strain on the electrical
outlet/plug.
{Warning
Improper use of portable electric
vehicle charge cords may cause
a fire, electrical shock, or burns,
and may result in damage to
property, serious injury, or death.
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Warning (Continued)
.Do not use extension cords,
multi-outlet power strips,
splitters, grounding
adaptors, surge protectors,
or similar devices.
. Do not use an electrical
outlet that is worn or
damaged, or one that will
not hold the plug firmly in
place.
. Do not use an electrical
outlet that is not properly
grounded.
. Do not use an electrical
outlet that is on a circuit with
other electrical loads.
Programmable Charge Modes
This vehicle has three
programmable charge modes. To
view the current charge mode status
in the center stack display, touch
Energy in the infotainment display
and then touch Charging at the
bottom of the touch screen. The Charge Start and Charge
Complete time estimates are also
displayed on the screen. These
estimates are most accurate when
the vehicle is plugged in and in
moderate temperature conditions.
Charge Mode Status
Immediately :
The vehicle starts
charging as soon as it is connected
to an electrical outlet. See Plug-In
Charging 0205.
Delayed Based on Departure
Time : The vehicle estimates the
charging start time considering the
programmed departure time for the
current day of the week. Charging
begins at the start time and is
complete by the departure time only
if sufficient time is allowed after the
charge cord is plugged in.

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Delayed (Electric Rate and
Departure Time) :The vehicle
estimates the charging start time
based on the utility rate schedule,
utility rate preference, and the
programmed departure time for the
current day of the week. The vehicle
will charge during the least
expensive rate periods to achieve a
full battery charge by the departure
time. Electrical rate information from
the utility company for the charging
location is required for this mode.
Also, if the selected electric rate
settings result in a very long charge
completion time, the vehicle will
start charging immediately upon
plug-in. For example, if the electric
rate table is set up with all “Peak”
rates and the rate preference is to
charge during “Off-Peak”rates only,
then the vehicle will start charging
immediately upon plug-in.
Charge Limit Selection
The Charge Limit Preference setting
allows the customer to select their
vehicle’s charge level so it matches
the capability of their charging
location. If the vehicle consistently stops charging after plugging in, or if
a circuit breaker continues to trip,
reducing to a lower Charge Limit
Preference may resolve the issue.
The Charge Limit Preference should
be configured to match the electrical
current rating for the electrical outlet
that the charge cord is connected
to. The Charge Limit Preference
settings are:
.
Maximum: Limits AC current to
12 amps
. Reduced: Limits AC current to
8 amps
Exact current levels may vary from
the values shown in this manual.
Check the vehicle for the current
available levels. The Charge Limit Preference setting
can be changed at any time while
the center stack display is operable.
{Warning
Using a charge level that exceeds
the electrical circuit or electrical
outlet capacity may start a fire or
damage the electrical circuit. Use
the lowest charge level until a
qualified electrician inspects the
electrical circuit capacity. Use the
lowest charge level if the
electrical circuit or electrical outlet
capacity is not known.
Charge Mode Selection
From the main charging screen,
touch Charge Mode.

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Select one option:
.Immediately Upon Plug In.
. Delayed Based on
Departure Time.
. Delayed (Electric Rate and
Departure Time.
Departure Time Entry
From the main charging screen,
touch Next Planned Departure.
1. Touch the day to change.
2. Touch
yorzto change the
hours and minutes.
3. Touch
yorzto change AM
or PM.
4. Touch
Sto store changes and
return to the previous screen.
Charge Rate Information
From the Delayed (Electric Rate and
Departure Time) Charge Mode
Status screen, touch Charge Rate
Information.
Select one of the following:
. Charge Completion: Earliest
Possible/Latest Possible.
. Electric Rate Schedule. .
Charge Rate Preference.
Earliest or Latest Completion Time
If the vehicle calculates that the cost
would be the same for various
charge modes based on the charge
rates selected, select to finish the
charge at the earliest possible time
or the latest possible time. Use the
Earliest setting to charge as soon as
possible if there is a planned
departure prior to the scheduled
departure time. Use the Latest
setting to optimize energy usage.
Charge Rate Preference Selection
From the main charging screen,
touch Charge Rate Information and
then touch Charge Rate Preference.

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Touch one of the following options
to select the Charge Rate
Preference:
.Charge during Peak, Mid-Peak,
and Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle
can charge during any rate
period to satisfy the next
planned departure time.
However, it will select when to
charge to minimize the total cost
of the charge.
. Charge during Mid-Peak and
Off-Peak Rates: The vehicle will
charge during Off-Peak and/or
Mid-Peak rate periods only and
will select when to charge to
minimize the total cost of the
charge.
. Charge during Off-Peak Rates:
The vehicle will only charge
during Off-Peak rate periods.
Charging begins at the start time
and is complete by the departure
time only if sufficient time is allowed
after the charge cord is plugged in.
For example, if the vehicle is
plugged in for only one hour prior to
the departure time, and the battery
is completely discharged, the vehicle will not be fully charged by
the departure time regardless of the
rate selection.
Also, if the selected electric rate
settings result in a very long charge
completion time, the vehicle will
start charging immediately upon
plug-in. For example, if the electric
rate table is set up with all Peak
rates and the rate preference is to
charge during Off-Peak rates only,
then the vehicle will start charging
immediately upon plug-in.
Electric Rate Plan Selection
Electric rates, or cost per unit, may
vary based on time, weekday/
weekend, and season. During the
day when the demand for electricity
is high, the rates are usually higher
and called Peak rates. At night
when the demand for electricity is
low, the rates are usually lower and
are called Off-Peak rates. In some
areas, a Mid-Peak rate is offered.
Contact the utility company to obtain
the rate schedule for your area. The
summer and winter start dates must
be established to use a summer/
winter schedule.From the Charge Rate Information
screen, touch Electric Rate
Schedule.
To edit the Summer/Winter
Schedule:
1. Select Summer/Winter for the Rate Schedule Type.
2. Touch Edit Electric Rate Schedule.
To edit the Yearly Schedule: 1. Select Yearly for the Rate Schedule Type.
2. Touch Edit Electric Rate Schedule.

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1. Touchyorzto adjust
the time.
2. Touch Off-Peak, Mid-Peak, or Peak to select the
electric rate.
3. Touch
Ssave to store
changes.
Only the finish time can be edited.
The start time is automatically
populated in the rate table.
Temporary Charge Mode
Override and Cancel
Programmed Delayed Charge
Modes can be temporarily
overridden to an Immediate Charge
Mode for one charge cycle. Also,
the next planned departure time can
be temporarily overridden for one
charge cycle. In addition to the in-vehicle overrides via the center
stack, there are other ways to
temporarily override a Delayed
Charge Mode. See
Plug-In Charging
0 205.
Temporary Override of a Delayed
Charge Mode
To temporarily override a Delayed
Charge Mode to Immediate Charge
Mode from inside the vehicle: 1. Touch Temporary Override Options on the main charging
screen.2. Touch Charge Immediately atPlug-In to temporarily override
to an Immediate Charge Mode.
The Temporary Charge Mode Status
screen will automatically display the
revised charge complete time.
To cancel the temporary override to
Immediate, touch the X next to the
charge mode on the main charging
screen.
Temporary Override of the Next
Planned Departure Time
To temporarily override the Next
Planned Departure Time from inside
the vehicle:
1. Touch Temporary Override Options on the main charging
screen.