Charging Your EV

AC Charger Level 1 Charging - "Trickle" Charge

An AC Charger Level 1 or “trickle” charger is the most common type of charging system for an EV. This type of charger uses 110 volts of household electricity and takes up to 9 hours for a full charge.

Indicators:

ICCB plug

Power – When the charger and AC plug is plugged in and functioning normally, the indicator will turn green. Indicator is red if plug temperature sensor warning is present

Charge – Indicates that the vehicle is charging

Fault – Indicates charge failure

Charge Level – Indicates the level of charge: 6A, 8A, 10A, 12A

ICCB – In-Cable Control Box

Reminders:

  • Do not use an extension cord. Plug trickle charger directly into wall socket. Do not charge to a receptacle that is old, damaged, corroded or cracked. When using outdoors, be careful not to expose it to external environments such as rain, snow, and high temperatures.

AC Charger Level 2 Charging - “Normal” Charge

An AC Charger Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt charger is the recommended charging system for the EV. This type of charger uses 240 volts of electricity and takes approximately 2.5-3 hours for a full charge (Based on Kia Corporation testing with SAE J1772 charger performed at 3.3kW). This charger may be able to be installed at your home by a qualified electrician or found at a public charging station.

Quick Tips:

  • A Level 2 or “normal” 240-volt charger is recommended for regular charging of the vehicle.

Reminders:

  • Shape of charger and how to use the charger may be different for each manufacturer. Please see Owner’s Manual for more information
  • Distance to empty may depend on many factors such as the charge amount of the high voltage battery, weather, temperature, durability of the battery, geographical features, and driving style
  • Operating the air conditioner or heater excessively may reduce the distance to empty
  • If the charger is worn out, exposed, or there exists any type of damage, charging may reduce or stop for your safety. Use another charger that works normally

To charge the EV using a normal/trickle charger:

  1. Connect the ICCB plug to an electrical outlet
  2. Check if the power light (green) on the ICCB turns on
  3. Press the brake pedal and engage the parking brake
  4. Turn off all switches, put the shift lever in P (Park), and turn off the vehicle
  5. Open the charging door by pressing the charging door (Ensure doors are unlocked)
  6. Remove any dust or water on the charging connector and charging inlet
  7. Hold the charging connector handle and connect it to the vehicle’s charging inlet by pushing the connector until you hear a clicking sound
  8. Charging begins automatically (Ensure the charge indicator light is illuminated on your Instrument Cluster, indicating the vehicle is charging)

Checking the Charging Status

The charging status can be checked by viewing the charging status indicator on the dash panel. The lights will progressively become lit as the vehicle approaches a full charge. After charging has started, the light turns green and the estimated charging time is displayed on the Instrument Cluster for about 1 minute. It is also displayed when the driver’s door is opened with charging in progress. When fully charged, the light turns off.

Reminders:

  • For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see
    Section 1 in the Owner’s Manual.

Illustrations are for demonstration purposes only. Some information may appear differently.

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For more detail and/or subsequent steps in charging your vehicle, please see the Owner’s Manual.

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