Check the circuit rating, plug the ICCB into the outlet without connecting the car and use the control-box button to choose a current the circuit can safely supply.
Check that your vehicle has it.
Verified for the portable ICCB described in the 2025 U.S.-market Sportage PHEV manual. Portable cable supply and control-box design can vary by market or accessory kit.
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- 2025 Sportage Plug-in Hybrid models using the Kia portable ICCB charger with adjustable charge level
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Step by step.
- 01
Confirm the household outlet and branch-circuit rated current before connecting the portable charger.
- 02
Plug the ICCB into the outlet, leave it disconnected from the vehicle and verify its green power light.
- 03
Use the control-box charge-level button to cycle through the supported current values shown on its display.
- 04
Select a value that does not exceed the outlet and circuit capacity.
- 05
Switch the Sportage off in Park, connect the vehicle end fully and confirm the charging indicator turns on.
Important limits
- The portable-charging procedure applies only to the Plug-in Hybrid, not the non-plug-in Sportage Hybrid.
- A lower current increases charge time but must still be supported by a sound, correctly installed circuit.
- Never use a worn outlet, extension cord, adapter, overheated plug or damaged ICCB.
Quick checks.
- ✓If the current will not change, make sure the vehicle connector is not yet attached.
- ✓If FAULT illuminates or charging stops, disconnect safely and follow the control-box diagnosis in the manual.
- ✓If a breaker trips or the outlet heats, stop and have a qualified electrician inspect the circuit.
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2025 Kia Sportage HEV/PHEV Digital Owner's Manual — Trickle Charger
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