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AC CHARGING
The Spark EV is powered by a lithium-ion high voltage battery pack. It is recommended
to keep the vehicle plugged in when temperatures are below 32°F (0°C) or above 90°F
(32°C). The CHARGE SOON message indicates that the driving range is getting low and
the vehicle needs to be charged. Fully charge the battery at each charge event.
Charging Time
Using a 240-volt charging station will take approximately 7 hours to charge your Spark EV.
Using a 120-volt standard outlet will take approximately 20 hours at the 12-amp setting,
or considerably longer at the default 8-amp setting. Charge times will vary with outside
temperature.
Start AC Charging
The provided 120-volt AC portable vehicle charge cord is located in the storage
compartment under the cargo oor.
1. With the vehicle parked, press the the Leaf button on the center stack to review
the Charge Level Preference screen on the touch screen for selected Charge Mode.
Select the Change Charge Level screen button if an increased charging level is desired.
Use the reduced charge level until a qualied electrician inspects your electrical 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.
2. Plug the AC charge cord into an
electrical outlet. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD. Charge cord
i ndicators should be green. Where
possible, secure the charge cord to
the wall.
3. Push and release the rear edge of the
charge port door, located just in front of
the driver’s door, to open the door.
4. Plug the charge cord into the vehicle’s
charge port.
5. The Charge Status Indicator on top
of the instrument panel will illuminate
green and the horn will chirp when
properly connected.
Note: To change the horn chirp setting, go to
Charging Alerts in the Vehicle Settings menu.
If the vehicle is locked with the RKE
transmitter, the charge cord theft alert is
armed automatically after 30 seconds.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner Manual.
