86 2-2. Charging
Charging methods
The following methods can be used to charge the traction battery.
Types of charging methods
n AC charging( �P. 92)
This is a charging method used when charging from an AC outlet with the AC charging cable or charging that use an AC charger.
By setting charging schedule, it is also possible to charge at the desired date and time.( �P. 103)
n DC charging( �P. 98)
This is a charging method that uses a DC charger that complies with SAE J 3400.
The traction battery can be charged in a shorter time than AC charging.
SAE is an abbreviation for an industrial standard issued by the Society of Automotive Engineers.
Charging-linked functions
This vehicle is equipped with several functions that are linked with charging.
n My Room Mode( �P. 114) When the charging cable is connected to the vehicle, electrical components such as the air conditioning system and audio system can be used by the power supply from an external power
source *. *: Depending on the situation, electricity of the traction battery may be consumed.
n Traction battery heater
When the outside temperature is low and the charging cable is connected to the vehicle, this function automatically warms the traction battery until it reaches a certain temperature.
• The operation of this function is stopped automatically when the charging cable is disconnected or if the charging cable is left connected to the vehicle for approximately 3 days.
• When the charging schedule is set( �P. 103), it operates according to the charging start time.
n Traction battery warming control
This control operates after the charging cable remains connected to the vehicle for approximately 3 days and the traction battery heater automatically stops. It automatically insulates the traction battery in extremely low temperatures.
• This control stops 31 days after the charging cable is