In EV charging settings choose Always Lock, Lock While Charging or Do Not Lock, then test the selected behavior before leaving the cable unattended.
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Verified in the 2025 U.S.-market Niro EV digital owner's manual. This Electric guide does not apply to the Niro Hybrid or PHEV connector menu.
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Verified in the 2025 U.S.-market Niro EV digital owner's manual. This Electric guide does not apply to the Niro Hybrid or PHEV connector menu.
- 2025 Niro EV Electric models with selectable charging-connector locking mode
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Step by step.
- 01
Park the Niro EV and open EV settings on the infotainment system.
- 02
Select Charging Connector Locking Mode.
- 03
Choose Always Lock to lock as soon as the connector is inserted and keep it locked until the doors are unlocked.
- 04
Choose Lock While Charging for automatic release at completion, or Do Not Lock when no cable security is needed.
- 05
Connect the cable and verify the lock behavior before walking away.
Important limits
- Do Not Lock leaves the connector removable during charging.
- Always Lock can relock if the cable is not removed after the doors are unlocked.
- Press the connector release control before pulling to avoid inlet or cable damage.
Quick checks.
- ✓If Always Lock will not release, unlock all doors and press the connector's release button again.
- ✓If Lock While Charging remains locked, confirm charging has actually finished.
- ✓If normal release fails because of a 12-volt or electrical fault, follow Kia's emergency-release procedure.
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2025 Kia Niro EV Digital Owner's Manual — Locking Charging Cable
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