Chevrolet Volt 2015 Owner's Manual page 13

Battery
The Volt is powered by a lithium-ion high voltage battery pack, which holds its charge
efficiently and has no memory effect (so it doesn't have to be run down completely before
recharging). Keep the vehicle plugged in, even when fully charged, to keep the battery
temperature ready for the next drive.
Start Charging
If the vehicle is locked with the RKE trans mitter, the charge cord theft alert is armed auto-
matically after 30 seconds.
Note: When the theft alert is armed, the alarm will sound when the plug is disconnected from
the locked vehicle. To change charge cord theft alert options, press the CONFIG button on the center
stack. Use the TUNE/MENU knob to select Vehicle > Comfort and Convenience > Charge Cord Theft
Alert.
To temporarily override a delayed charge event, press the
button on the RKE transmitter. It will begin charging immediately.
The provided 120-volt portable charge cord is
located in the storage compartment under the
cargo floor.
1. With the vehicle parked, select the Charging
screen button at the top of the Energy Summary
screen on the center stack.
2. Review the selected Charge Mode. Select the
Level screen button if an increased charging
level is desired. Use the reduced charge level
until a qualified electrician inspects your electri-
cal circuit capacity, or if the electrical circuit or
socket capacity is not known. Once the charge
level is selected, turn off the vehicle.
Note: The charge level selection returns to the reduced
level each time the vehicle is driven.
3. Plug the charge cord into an electrical outlet.
DO NOT PLUG INTO AN EXTENSION CORD.
Charge cord indicators should be green. Where
possible, secure the charge cord to the wall.
4. Press and release the rear edge of the charge
port door, located just in front of the driver's
door, to open the door. Plug the charge cord
into the charge port.
5. The Charge Status Indicator on top of the
instrument panel will illuminate green and the
horn will chirp when properly connected.
6. Periodically check the electrical outlet/plug while
charging. Discontinue use if the electrical outlet/
plug is hot and have the electrical outlet ser-
viced by a qualified electrician.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
CHARGING
Change Charge Mode
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