Charger cable insulation feels sticky, cracked, or excessively stiff, especially in cold weather.
Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
Possible Causes
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety first: Damaged insulation can expose live conductors. Turn off power before handling a suspect cable.
- Visual inspection: Look for cracks, splits, or exposed conductors along the entire cable length.
- Avoid bending: Do not sharply bend or twist a degraded cable; this can cause insulation to fail.
Degraded cables should be replaced promptly with a United Chargers-approved J1772 cable assembly rated for the installation environment.
Repair Difficulty
Required Part
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