Mitsubishi MOTORS OUTLANDER PHEV Operation Manual

OPERATION GUIDE

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MISC9558 02/16

OUTLANDER PHEV

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PLUG-IN HY BRID EV SYSTEM 3

EV SYSTEM/SELECTOR LEVER OPERATION 5

CHARGING 7

AROUND THE STEERING WHEEL 9

MITSUBISHI REMOTE CONTROL APP 13

CONTENTS

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The PHEV system fitted to the Outlander PHEV is one of the most advanced available today. It
utilises three distinct driving modes that are automatically selected depending on the driving
conditions and the battery charge level. The changes between modes are virtually seamless, so the
instrument cluster in front of the driver includes a display showing when each mode is engaged and
the flow of energy.

WHAT ARE THE KEY FEATURES OF THE PLUG-IN HYBRID EV SYSTEM?

EV DRIVE MODE

The vehicle is driven purely by the electric motors using the electricity
stored in the drive battery. The driver display uses an arrow to indicate
the flow of energy from the battery to the motors.

SERIES HYBRID MODE

When the drive battery level is low or when powerful thrust is required
during rapid acceleration, the battery is supplemented with electricity
generated by the petrol engine. The flow of energy in Series Hybrid
mode is displayed on the instrument cluster.

PARALLEL HYBRID MODE

During high-speed driving the petrol engine operates more ef ficiently
than pure electric power, so the front wheels are driven directly by the
engine and assisted by the electric motors. The arrow on the display
changes colour to indicate that the petrol engine is directly connec ted
to the wheels.

PLUG-IN HYBRID EV SYSTEM

REGENERATIVE BRAKE SYSTEM

Similar to engine braking on traditional vehicles, the motors act as
generators when the accelerator pedal is released while driving. Kinetic
energy produced during this process is used to charge the drive battery.
This is particularly useful while driving downhill.

PLUG-IN MAINS CONNECTION

The drive battery can be charged by the petrol motor during normal
driving, but to obtain the most efficient and cost effective performance
the drive battery should be charged from the mains supply before your
journey. Additional charging during longer journeys, though not
necessary, will improve efficiency savings even further.

The drive battery can be charged via a dedicated 240V/13 Amp socket,
or preferably a professionally fitted 240V/16 Amp charge point.
Alternatively, the bat tery can also be charged to 80% capacity in 30
minutes utilising public rapid charge points that comply with the
CHAdeMO standard.

ROLES OF MOTORS AND ENGINE IN VARIOUS MODES

The intensity of regenerative braking can be increased or reduced
through six levels using the steering column-mounted paddles, or three
levels using the joystick selector lever.

In addition to these three main drive modes, the Outlander PHEV also benefits from two other important
features that improve driving efficiency even further.

SELECTOR LEVER (JOYSTICK T YPE) PADDLE

– (Intensity U P) + (Intensity D OWN)

MODE MOTORS ENGINE TYPICAL DRIVING CONDITIONS

EV Drive mode Drive the vehic le Stationar y City driving, commuting, etc.

Series Hybrid mode Drive the vehic le Generate power

Powerful acceleration,
hill climbing

Parallel Hybrid mode Drive the vehicle

Drive the front wheels +
Generate power

High-speed driving

CCID CONTROL BOX SUPPORT

When charging the Outlander PHEV using the cable supplied with the
vehicle, it is very important not to leave the control box hanging
from the plug – doing so can cause damage to the cable and the control
box itself. The loop on top of the control box should be used to safely
support it s weight on a suitably positioned hook. Never use ex tension
cables or multi-plug adapters for charging your Outlander PHEV.