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How to Store and Keep the AC charging Cable (if equipped)

Store the charging cable safely in the storage compartment.

CAUTION
  • Do not disassemble or modify the charging cable. Such acts could result fire, electric shock and injury.

  • Always keep the charging connector and charging plug in clean and dry condition. Be sure to keep the charging cable in a condition where there is no water or moisture.

  • If there is any foreign substance or dust inside the charging connector and charging plug, blow them off with the air coming out of the air conditioner.

  • When the charging connector or charging plug is damaged, corroded or rusted, or if it feels loose when the charging connector and charging plug are connected, do not charge the vehicle. Kia recommends to contact an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • Please note the following when using the charging cable.

    • Do not pull the cable by excessive force.

    • Do not twist or bend it.

    • Do not drag it on the floor.

    • Do not place any object on the cable.

    • Do not place an object that can generate high temperatures near the charger.

    • Do not drop or subject it to shock or impact.

    • Do not store it with liquids.

For cleaning the charging cable, use only a soft cloth like gauze and lightly wipe the surface with water containing a 3% neutral detergent and remove the water with a clean cloth.

Dry it in in a well-ventilated shade after wiping off the water.

Be careful not to expose the charging connector and charging plug to water.

CAUTION

When cleaning the charging cable, do not use an organic solvent such as paint thinner, benzene, alcohol and gasoline. Doing so may change the color and damage the charging cable.

When you use a general car cleaner to clean the charging cable, make sure that any organic solvent mentioned above is not included.