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HEV (HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE) SYSTEM
The Kia Hybrid Electric Vehicle (HEV) uses both the gasoline engine and the electric motor for power. The electric
motor is run by a 270V high-voltage HEV battery.
Depending on the driving conditions, the HEV computer selectively operates between the engine and the electric
motor or even both at the same time.
Fuel efficiency increases when the engine is at idle, or when the vehicle is driven by the electric motor with the HEV
battery.
The HEV battery charge must be maintained for the times when the engine acts as a generator, such as when
stopped at idle. Charging also occurs when decelerating or by regenerative braking.
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Charging Information
• Normal Charger: The plug-inhybrid vehicle is charged by plug-
ging into a normal charger installed
in your home or a public charging
station. (For further details, refer to
the 'Normal Charge'.) Trickle Charger: The plug-in hybrid
vehicle can be charged by using
household electricity.
The electrical outlet in your home
must comply with regulations and
can safely accommodate the
Voltage / Current (Amps) / Power
(Watts) ratings specified on the
trickle charge.
Charging Time
Normal Charger: Takes about from2 and a half hours to 3 hours at
room temperature (Can be charged
to 100%.). Depending on the condi-
tion and durability of the high-volt-
age battery, charger specifications,
and ambient temperature, the time
required for charging the high-volt-
age battery may vary.
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Charging Types
An actual charger image and a charging method may vary in accordance with the charger manufacturers.
CategoryCharging Inlet
(Vehicle)Charging ConnectorCharging OutletCharging Method Charging Time
Normal
Charger
Normal charger
installed in homes
or public charging
stations Approximately from 2
and a half hours to 3
hours (to fully charge
the plug-in hybrid
vehicle, 100%)
Trickle
ChargerHousehold current
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Charging Status
You can monitor the charging status
outside of the vehicle when charging
the high-voltage battery.
Scheduled Charging
(if equipped)
You can set reserved chargingusing the AVN.
Refer to the AVN for detailed infor
mation about setting reserved
charging.
Scheduled charging can only be done when using a normal charger
or the portable charging cable
(ICCB: In-Cable Control Box).
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Charging StatusIndicator
Charging in
progressIlluminates (green)
Fully chargedOff
Scheduled chargingBlinks (green) and then turns off
MalfunctionBlinks (red)

H104. Remove any dust on the charging
connector and charging inlet.
5. Hold the charging connector han- dle and insert it into the charging
inlet while pressing the release
button(1), until you hear a click
sound. If it is not fully connected, a
bad connection between the
charging connector and the charg-
ing terminals may cause a fire. 6. Check if the charging cable con-
nection indicator of the high volt-
age battery in the instrument clus-
ter is turned ON.
Charging does not occur when the
indicator is OFF. When the charg-
ing connector is not connected
properly, reconnect the charging
cable to charge.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
• The charging is in progress only
with the shift lever is in P (Park).
Charging the battery with the
Engine Start/Stop button in the
ACC position is possible. However,
it may discharge the 12-V battery.
Thus, if possible, charge the bat-
tery with the Engine Start/Stop
button in the OFF position.
• Moving the shift lever from P (Park) to R (Reverse)/N(Neutral)/D
(Drive) stops the charging process.
To restart the charging process,
move the shift lever to P (Park),
press the Engine Start/Stop button
to the OFF position, and discon-
nect the charging cable. Then,
connect the charging cable.
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7. After charging has started, theestimated charging time is dis-
played on the instrument cluster
for about 1 minute. It is also dis-
played, when the driver’s door is
opened with charging in progress.
When scheduled charging is set,
the estimated charging time is dis-
played as “--" .
Unlock Charging Door in
Emergency
If the charging door does not open
due to battery discharge, open the
hood and slightly pull the emergency
cable which is located in headlamp
cover as shown above.
The charging door will then open.
Charging Status
Checking Charging Status
You can monitor the charging status
outside of the vehicle when charging
the high-voltage battery.
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6. Remove any dust on the chargingconnector and charging inlet.
7. Hold the charging connector han- dle and insert it into the charging
inlet while pressing the release
button(1), until you hear a click
sound. If it is not fully connected,
improper connection between the
charging connector and the charg-
ing terminals are a potential fire
hazard. 8. Charging starts automatically.
Check if the power lamp and charg-
ing lamp (orange) are ON.
9. Check if the charging cable con-
nection indicator of the high volt-
age battery in the instrument clus-
ter is turned ON.
Charging does not occur when the
indicator is OFF. When the charg-
ing connector is not connected
properly, reconnect the charging
cable to charge.
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✽
✽NOTICE
• The charging is in progress only
with the shift lever is in P (Park).
Charging the battery with the
Engine Start/Stop button in the
ACC position is possible. However,
it may discharge the 12-V battery.
Thus, if possible, charge the bat-
tery with the Engine Start/Stop
button in the OFF position.
• Moving the shift lever from P (Park) to R (Reverse)/N(Neutral)/D
(Drive) stops the charging process.
To restart the charging process,
move the shift lever to P (Park),
press the Engine Start/Stop button
to the OFF position, and discon-
nect the charging cable. Then,
connect the charging cable and
restart the vehicle again.
10. After charging has started, the
estimated charging time is dis-
played on the instrument cluster
for about 1 minute. It is also dis-
played, when the driver’s door is
opened with charging in progress.
When scheduled charging is set,
the estimated charging time is dis-
played as "--".
Checking Charging Status
You can monitor the charging status
outside of the vehicle when charging
the high-voltage battery.
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Precautions for PortableCharging Cable (ICCB: In-Cable Control Box)
Use the 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 failure warning light occurs.
Do not touch the plug and charging connector with wet hands.
Do not touch the terminal part of the normal charging connector and the
normal charging inlet on the vehicle.
Do not connect the charging con- nector to voltage that does not
comply with regulations.
Do not use the portable charging cable if it is worn out, exposed, or
there exists any type of damage on
the portable charging cable. If the ICCB case and normal
charging connector is 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 control box free of water.
Keep the normal charging connec- tor 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 light- ning.
Do not drop the control box or place a heavy object on the control
box.
Do not place an object that can generate high temperatures near
the charger when charging. Charging with the worn out or dam-
aged household electric outlet can
result in a risk of electric shock. If
you are in doubt to the household
electric outlet condition, 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 burnt
odors.
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