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      GM BrightDrop Zevo. Charging procedures

      CHARGING APP

      Touch the Charging icon on the infotainment screen to open the Charging app. Select the desired tab to adjust the charging functions and settings.

      • NEXT CHARGE OPTION. Select Charge Now to begin charging immediately upon plug-in, or Charge Later for delayed charging. Options include setting the target charge level, time selector, and cabin preconditioning.
      • SCHEDULE OPTION. Provides options for setting a charge level and a schedule for when to charge each day of the week. With a schedule set, charging can occur during off-peak times at a lower cost. Cabin preconditioning also can be set to heat or cool the cabin using minimal
        battery power. On days a schedule is not set, the vehicle will charge immediately upon plug-in.
      • CHARGING SETTINGS. Enables custom settings for several features, including:
        • Home Charge Location. Set charging times for your Home Charge Location, allowing charging at a lower cost during your electrical provider’s off-peak period.
        • Notifications. Select on/off preferences for multiple notifications triggered during a charging session.
        • Fast Charge Prep. Adjust the vehicle’s battery to the proper temperature for quicker DC Fast Charging. Start battery conditioning up to an hour before reaching the DC Fast Charging station. Battery conditioning uses battery energy, which may reduce driving range.
        • Preconditioning Temperature. Set the desired temperature for the cabin before you start your drive.
      • TARGET CHARGE LEVEL. The target charge level sets the maximum level the battery will charge to when plugged in. It will be set to 80% when the vehicle is new. It’s important to charge the battery to 80% for daily use to help promote battery health and optimal regenerative braking performance, which helps increase efficiency. For longer trips, adjust charging to above 80% for extended range. Change the setting back to 80% when additional charging is no longer needed.

      Refer to the BrightDrop Zevo Quick Guide by clicking here

      Refer to the whole BrightDrop Zevo Owner's Manual by clicking here

      Refer to BrightDrop Zevo 600 Vehcile Operator Training Guide by clicking here

      START CHARGING

      · REGULAR (LEVEL 2 CHARGING):

      1. With the vehicle in Park, select the Charging icon to review the selected charge mode and charge cord limit. The 8-amp charge cord limit should be used until a qualified electrician inspects your facility’s electrical circuit capacity, or if the electrical circuit or outlet capacity is not known.
        Note: If a Home Charge Location is not set, the charge level selection returns to the 8-amp setting each time the vehicle is driven.
      2. Plug the charge cord into an electrical outlet. DO NOT PLUG INTO AN EXTENSION CORD.
      3. Press and release the rear edge of the charge port door, located just behind the driver-side rear wheelhouse, to open it.
      4. Plug the charge cord into the charge port. The charge port indicator will illuminate "BLUE", and the vehicle will chirp once when connected.
      5. When charging begins, the charge port indicator will flash "GREEN", and the vehicle will chirp twice. If the charge port indicator flashes "RED", check the charge cord connection and power supply.
      6. Periodically check the electrical outlet/plug while charging. Discontinue use if the electrical outlet/plug is hot and have the outlet serviced by a qualified electrician.
        Note: To temporarily override a delayed charge event, remove and reconnect the charge cord to the vehicle within 5 seconds. It will begin charging immediately.

      · FAST (LEVEL 3 CHARGING):

      1. With the vehicle in Park, press and release the rear edge of the charge port door, located just behind the driver-side rear wheelhouse, to open it. 



      2. Remove the DC dust port cover to allow DC Fast charger cord to connect to vehicle.
      3. Plug the DC charge cord into the vehicle’s charge port. 
      4. The DC plug will be locked and cannot be disconnected while charging is active.
      5. When charging begins, the charge port indicator will flash "GREEN", and the vehicle will chirp twice.

      END CHARGING

      · REGULAR (LEVEL 2 CHARGING):

      1. When the charge port indicator is solid "GREEN", charging is complete.
      2. Unlock the charge cord from the vehicle by pressing the top latch button, and unplug the charge cord.
      3. Close the charge port door
      4. Unplug the charge cord from the electrical outlet.

      · FAST (LEVEL 3 CHARGING):

      1. When the vehicle is fully charged, it will stop charging and the DC plug will be unlocked. To stop charging at any time, use the controls on the charging station or touch the Stop button on the Charging screen on the vehicle’s infotainment screen.
      2. When the charging Indicator is solid green or off, unplug the DC charge cord from the vehicle.
      3. Close the charge port door.

      Go to consult "GM BrightDrop Zevo. Starting and best practices" by clicking here

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