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CHARGING CONNECTOR

The Charging Connector can be set to be locked or unlocked while in the charging inlet and charging. To select the locking mode:

  1. Go to Vehicle Settings in the Infotainment System.
  2. Press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System or the SETUP button on the screen.
  3. Select VEHICLE, then ECO VEHICLE.
  4. Select CHARGING CONNECTOR LOCK.

Unlock charging connector in emergency - If the charging cable does not detach due to battery discharge and failure of the electric wires, open the hood and slightly pull the emergency release hatch as shown below . The charging connector will then unlock.

(Hood lever located on lower panel to the left of the steering wheel.)

(Button located on passenger side inside front trunk.)

Quick Tips:

  • If in lock mode & the doors are unlocked, the charging connector unlocks. If the charging cable is not disconnected within 15 seconds, the connector will automatically lock again
  • If the charging connector is unlocked but all the doors are locked, the connector will automatically lock
  • If charging does not work, disconnect the connector and try charging again

Certain features are available only on select Kia models.

Button configuration may vary. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.

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