Charge port ice build up issue

[smax64]

So temps in NY plunged about 35 degrees after some rain tonight... Tried to plug the truck in and kept getting errors.

Took a look at power station pro and all looks normal. Took out my trusty portable light and found that there was a bit of ice built up on the lower connector in the charge port, had to use little wooden sticks to chisel it out.

After that all worked like a charm

Symptoms

1. Charge errors
2. Connector would not lock in at the top

Solution

1. Look for ice or build up of dirt or other debris
2. Clear it out safely, no metal.

Permanent solution probably have a bigger angle so that water would be able to drain and not cause this issue

Hope this helps someone

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[ErichKeane]

My wife's Kia has a big rubber plug for the whole set of plugs that keeps it dry/clean. Its a bit of a PITA, but at least prevents this stuff.

 

[smax64]

@ErichKeane , the issue is on the charge port on the truck itself not not the cable side

 

[ErichKeane]

@ErichKeane , the issue is on the charge port on the truck itself not not the cable side

I'm aware. The Kia has a rubber plug that seals the charge port and keeps water/etc out of the port.

Similar to our bottom port, but a snugger/more water proof fit, and covers the top as well.

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