Trickle charger can be used if AC Charger is unavailable.

1. Plug and cable

2. Control box (ICCB)

3. Charging connector/cable

1. Turn OFF all switches, move the shift dial to P (Park), and turn OFF the vehicle.

2. Connect the plug to a household electric outlet.

   

3. Make sure that the power connection indicator (green) lights in the ICCB.

   

4. Depress the brake pedal and apply the parking brake.

5. Open the charging inlet door by pressing rear center edge of the charging inlet door.

   

6. Remove any dust on the charging connector and charging inlet.

7. Hold the charging connector handle.

   
   Vehicle connection

   

   Insert it into the charging inlet, until you hear a click. Improper connection between the charging connector and the charging terminal is a potential fire hazard.

   

   NOTICE

   If the charging connector and charging inlet are not connected properly, the connector may droop or vibrate. In this case, hold the charging connector handle and push it all the way in.

8. Charging starts automatically and the charging light blinks.

   

9. Check if the charging cable connection indicator () of the high voltage battery in the instrument cluster is turned ON.

   Charging will not occur when the indicator is OFF. When the charging connector is not connected properly, reconnect the charging cable to charge.

   

   NOTICE

   • Charging is in progress only with the shift dial is in P (Park). Charging the battery with the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC position is possible, but it may discharge the 12V battery. If possible, charge the battery with the ENGINE START/STOP button in the OFF position.

   • Moving the shift dial from P (Park) to R (Reverse)/N (Neutral)/D (Drive) stops the charging process. To restart the charging process, move the shift dial to P (Park), press the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position, and disconnect the charging cable. Reconnect the charging cable to restart the charging process.

10. After charging has started, 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 scheduled charging is set, the estimated charging time is displayed as "--".

    

The trickle charger cable should be put in the storage box after use.

1. Before disconnecting the charging connector, make sure the doors are unlocked. When the doors are locked, the charging connector lock system will not allow disconnection. To prevent charging cable theft, the charging connector cannot be disconnected from the inlet when the doors are locked. If the vehicle is in the charging connector AUTO mode, the charging connector automatically unlocks from the inlet when charging is completed.

   For more details, refer to More Details.

   

   CAUTION

   To disconnect the charging connector, unlock the doors to unlatch the charging connector lock system. The charging connector and the vehicle's charging inlet may be damaged.

2. While holding the charging connector, press the locking release button and then pull it out.

   

3. Make sure to securely close the charging door.

4. Disconnect the plug from the household electric outlet. Do not pull the cable when disconnecting the plug.

   

5. Close the protective cover for the charging connector so that foreign material cannot enter the terminal.

6. Put the charging cable inside the cable storage compartment to protect it.

• Use a portable charging cable that is certified by Kia.

• Do not try to repair, disassemble, or adjust the portable charging cable.

• Do not use an extension cord or adapter.

• Stop using immediately if a failure warning light occurs.

• Do not touch the plug and charging connector with wet hands.

• Do not touch the terminal part of the AC charging connector and the AC charging inlet on the vehicle.

• Do not connect the charging connector to voltage that does not comply with regulations.

• Do not use the portable charging cable if it is worn-out, exposed, or there’s any type of damage on the portable charging cable.

• If the ICCB case and AC charging connector are damaged, cracked, or the wires are exposed in any way, do not use the portable charging cable.

• Do not let children operate or touch the portable charging cable.

• Keep the ICCB free of moisture.

• Keep the AC charging connector or plug terminal free of foreign substances.

• Do not step on the cable or cord. Do not pull the cable or cord and do not twist or bend it.

• Do not charge when there is lightning.

• Do not drop the ICCB or place a heavy object on it.

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

• Charging with the worn-out or damaged household electric outlet can result in a risk of electric shock. If you are in doubt as to the condition of the household electric outlet, have it checked by a licensed electrician.

• Stop using the portable charging cable immediately if the household electric outlet or any components is overheated or you notice burning odors.

When you cannot charge the high voltage battery after connecting the charger, check the following:

1. The charging settings for the vehicle.

   (e.g. when scheduled charging is set, charging is not initiated immediately when the AC charger or portable charger is connected.)

2. The operation status of the AC charger and portable charger.

   (Refer to More Details.)

   * Actual method for indicating the charging status may vary in accordance with the charger manufacturer.

3. When the vehicle does not charge and a warning message appears on the instrument cluster, check the corresponding message.

4. If the vehicle is properly charged when charged with another normally working charger, contact the charger manufacturer.

5. If the vehicle does not charge when charged with another normally working charger, contact an authorized Kia dealer for inspection.