What should I do if an EV charging cable will not release?
A session has ended but the connector still appears locked. What is the safe first step before treating the cable or vehicle as faulty?
EVVerity explains
The answer
Follow the vehicle’s release procedure
End the session using the station’s controls and follow the exact vehicle manual for unlocking. If it remains stuck, contact the operator or roadside assistance. Do not force the connector or improvise an emergency release: procedures differ, and a manual release may require specific safety checks.
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