Using electricity outside the vehicle

Before using V2L function, carefully read all the safety information and precautions on "Safety precautions when using the V2L function" and follow the instructions.

Follow the instructions below to connect the V2L connector to the charging inlet on the vehicle and supply power to an electronic product.

  1. Open the cover of the V2L connector.

  2. Close the cover after connecting the plug of an electronic product to the power outlet of the connector.

    Some types of plugs may not fit into the outlet cover of the V2L connector, causing incomplete closing of the cover. Do not use the V2L connector on a rainy or snowy day if the outlet cover is not completely closed. There is a risk of fire and/or injury.

  3. Open the connection terminal protection cap of the connector with the open switch pressed.

  4. Open the charging door and connect the V2L connector to the charging inlet on the vehicle.

    • Connect the V2L connector to the charging inlet within 60 seconds after opening the charging door.

    • Time remaining until the battery level reaches the set value, and the distance to empty at the set value appears on the instrument cluster or the infotainment system.

  5. Press the power switch of the V2L connector.

    • The power is supplied and the indicator on the V2L connector is turned on.

  • When the V2L connector is connected to the charging inlet of the vehicle, all doors and connectors will be automatically locked to prevent theft and separation. To disconnect the V2L connector, unlock the door and pull the connector with the open switch pressed.

  • Before using the V2L function, deactivate the scheduled climate setting referring to the "Setting the charging and climate". The V2L function may be cut off depending on the scheduled climate setting.

  • To check and change the V2L setting, refer to the "Setting a battery discharging limit when using Vehicle to Load (V2L)" section in this chapter.

  • If an electric device that exceeds the maximum power capacity is connected, a warning message appears on the instrument cluster and the power supply shuts off immediately.