Quick answer

Open EV > EV Settings > Charging Connector Locking Mode and choose the behavior that matches home or public charging use.

Before you start

Check that your vehicle has it.

Availability

Verified for the 2025 U.S. IONIQ 5 charging system.

Retail trim / version
2025 IONIQ 5
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Published availability and qualifications

Verified for the 2025 U.S. IONIQ 5 charging system.

Visual orientation

Know what kind of control to look for.

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Key fob & access orientation diagram for Hyundai Ioniq 5
Key fob & access orientationOriginal visual guide · controls vary by trim · not to scale
How to use it

Step by step.

  1. 01

    Park and open EV > EV Settings.

  2. 02

    Select Charging Connector Locking Mode.

  3. 03

    Choose Always for continuous retention, While Charging for release after AC charging, or Do Not Lock when retention is unnecessary.

  4. 04

    After charging, unlock the doors before pressing the connector release.

  5. 05

    Use the manual emergency cable on the right side of the trunk only when normal electrical release is unavailable.

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Important limits

  • The connector locks automatically during DC charging and exterior V2L regardless of the AC preference.
  • Do Not Lock increases cable-theft risk.
  • Never force a stuck connector out of the inlet.
If it does not work

Quick checks.

  • ✓Unlock the vehicle and retry the connector button.
  • ✓Power-cycle the vehicle once if the charging door itself malfunctions after 12-volt service.
  • ✓If the emergency cable does not release the connector, stop and contact an authorized Hyundai dealer.
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Primary evidence

2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Owner's Manual — Charging Connector Locking Mode

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