Kia Forte (2024 year). Manual in english

Maintenance

Tires and wheels

(68 kg) plus the rated cargo and
luggage load.
Vehicle Maximum Load on the
Tire Load on an individual tire
due to curb and accessory
weight plus maximum occupant
and cargo weight.
Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire
Load on an individual tire that is
determined by distributing to each
axle its share of the curb weight,
accessory weight, and normal
occupant weight.
Vehicle Placard A label perma

nently attached to a vehicle
showing the original equipment
tire size and recommended infla

tion pressure.

All season tires
Kia specifies all season tires on
some models to provide good
performance for use all year
round, including snowy and icy
road conditions.
All season tires are identified by
ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mud
and Snow) on the tire sidewall.
Snow tires have better snow trac

tion than all season tires and
may be more appropriate in some
areas.

Summer tires
Kia specifies summer tires on
some models to provide superior
performance on dry roads.

Summer tire performance is sub

stantially reduced in snow and ice.
Summer tires do not have the tire
traction rating M+S (Mud and
Snow) on the tire side wall. If you
plan to operate your vehicle in
snowy or icy conditions, Kia rec

ommends the use of snow tires or
all season tires on all four wheels.

Snow tires
If you equip your vehicle with
snow tires, they should be the
same size and have the same
load capacity as the original tires.
Snow tires should be installed on
all four wheels; otherwise, poor
handling may result.
Snow tires should carry 4 psi (28
kPa) more air pressure than the
pressure recommended for the
standard tires on the tire label on
the driver's side of the center pil

lar, or up to the maximum pres

sure shown on the tire sidewall,
whichever is less.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph
(120 km/h) when your vehicle is
equipped with snow tires.

W ARNING

Do not use summer tires at tem

peratures below 45

°F (7 °C) or

when driving on snow or ice. At
temperatures below 45

°F (7 °C),

summer tires can lose elasticity,
and therefore traction and brak

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Tires and wheels

ing power as well. Change the
tires on your vehicle to winter or
all-weather tires of the same size
as the standard tires of the vehi

cle. Both types of tires are identi

fied by the M+S (Mud and Snow)
marking. Using summer tires at
very cold temperatures could
cause cracks to form, thereby
damaging the tires permanently.

Tire chains
Tire chains, if necessary, should
be installed on the front wheels.
Be sure that the chains are
installed in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
To minimize tire and chain wear,
do not continue to use tire chains
when they are no longer needed.

•

When driving on roads covered
with snow or ice, drive at less
than 20 mph (30 km/h).

•

Use the SAE "S" class or
wire

chains.

•

If you hear noise caused by
chains contacting the body,
retighten the chain to avoid
contact with the vehicle body.

•

To prevent body damage,
retighten the chains after driv

ing 0.3~0.6 miles (0.5~1.0 km).

•

Do not use tire chains on vehi

cles equipped with aluminum
wheels. In unavoidable circum

stance, use a wire type chain.

•

Use wire chains less than 0.47
inches (12 mm) to prevent
damage to the chain's connec

tion.

Radial-ply tires
Radial-ply tires provide improved
tread life, road hazard resistance
and smoother high speed ride.
The radial-ply tires used on this
vehicle are of belted construc

tion, and are selected to comple

ment the ride and handling
characteristics of your vehicle.
Radial-ply tires have the same
load carrying capacity, as bias-
ply or bias belted tires of the
same size, and use the same rec

ommended inflation pressure.
Mixing of radial-ply tires with bias-
ply or bias belted tires is not
recommended. Any combina

tions of radial-ply and bias-ply or
bias belted tires when used on
the same vehicle will seriously
deteriorate vehicle handling. The
best rule to follow is: Identical
radial-ply tires should always be
used as a set of four.
Longer wearing tires can be more
susceptible to irregular tread
wear. It is very important to follow
the tire rotation interval shown in
this section to achieve the tread
life potential of these tires. Cuts
and punctures in radial-ply tires
are repairable only in the tread
area, because of

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Tires and wheels

sidewall flexing. Consult your tire
dealer for radial-ply tire repairs.

Low aspect ratio tire (if
equipped)
Low aspect ratio tires, whose
aspect ratio is lower than 50, are
provided for sporty looks.
Because the low aspect ratio tires
are optimized for handling and
braking, it may be more uncom

fortable to ride in and there is
more noise compared with nor

mal tires.

CAUTION

Because the sidewall of the low
aspect ratio tire is shorter than the
normal, the wheel and tire of the
low aspect ratio tire is easier to
be damaged. So, follow the
instructions below.

•

When driving on a rough road
or off road, drive cautiously
because tires and wheels may
be damaged. And after driving,
inspect tires and wheels.

•

When passing over a pothole,
speed bump, manhole, or curb
stone, drive slowly so that the
tires and wheels are not dam

aged.

•

If the tire is impacted, we rec

ommend that you inspect the
tire condition or contact an
authorized Kia dealer.

•

To prevent damage to the tire,
inspect the tire condition and

pressure every 1,900 miles
(3,000 km).

•

It is not easy to recognize the
tire damage with your own
eyes. But if there is the slight

est hint of tire damage, even
though you cannot see the tire
damage with your own eyes,
have the tire checked or
replaced because the tire dam

age may cause air leakage
from the tire.

•

If the tire is damaged by driv

ing on a rough road, off road,
pothole, manhole, or curb
stone, it will not be covered by
the warranty.

•

You can find out the tire infor

mation on the tire sidewall.

Maintenance

Fuses

A vehicle's electrical system is protected
from electrical overload damage by
fuses.

Blade type

Cartridge type

Multi fuse

BFT

*Left side: Normal, Right side: Blown

This vehicle has 2 (or 3) fuse panels, one
located in the driver's side panel bolster,
the other in the engine compartment
near the battery.

If any of your vehicle's lights, accesso

ries, or controls do not work, check the
appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse has
blown, the element inside the fuse will
melt.

If the electrical system does not work,
first check the driver's side fuse panel.

If the replacement fuse blows, this indi

cates an electrical problem. Avoid using
the system involved and immediately
consult an authorized Kia dealer.

Three kinds of fuses are used: blade
type for lower amperage rating, car

tridge type, and multi fuse for higher
amperage ratings.

W ARNING

Fuse replacement
• Never replace a fuse with anything

but another fuse of the same rating.

• A higher capacity fuse could cause

damage and possibly a fire.

• Never install a wire or aluminum foil

instead of the proper fuse - even as a
temporary repair. It may cause exten

sive wiring damage and a possible
fire.

• Do not arbitrarily modify or add-on

electric wiring to the vehicle.

CAUTION

Do not use a screwdriver or any other
metal object to remove fuses because it
may cause a short circuit and damage
the system.

NOTICE

• When replacing a fuse, Turn the igni

tion OFF position and turn off
switches of all electrical devices then
remove battery (-) terminal.

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Fuses

• The actual fuse/relay panel label may

differ from equipped items.

CAUTION

• When replacing a blown fuse or relay,

make sure the new fuse or relay fits
tightly into the clips. Failure to tightly
install the fuse or relay may cause
damage to the wiring and electric sys

tems.

• Do not remove fuses, relays and ter

minals fastened with bolts or nuts.
The fuses, relays and terminals may
not be fastened correctly which may
cause vehicle damage.

CAUTION

• Do not input any other objects except

fuses or relays into fuse/relay termi

nals such as a screwdriver or wiring. It
may cause contact failure and system
malfunction.

• Do not plug in screwdrivers or after

market wiring into the terminal origi

nally designed for fuse and relays only.
The electrical system and wiring of the
vehicle interior may be dam

aged or

burned due to contact failure.

• If you directly connect the wire on the

taillight or replace the bulb which is
over the regulated capacity to install
trailers etc., the inner junction block
can get burned.

CAUTION

Visually inspect the battery cap to ensure
it is securely closed. If the battery cap is
not securely closed, moisture may enter
the system and damage the elec

trical

components.

W ARNING

Electrical wiring repairs
All electrical repairs should be per

formed by authorized Kia dealerships
using approved Kia parts. Using other
wiring components, especially when ret

rofitting multimedia or theft alarm sys

tem, car phone or radio may cause
vehicle damage and increase the risk of
a vehicle fire.

NOTICE

Rewiring Prohibited
Do not rewire your vehicle in any way as
doing so may affect the performance of
several safety features in your vehicle.
Rewiring your vehicle may also void your
warranty and cause you to be responsi

ble for any subsequent vehicle damage
which may result.

NOTICE

Window tinting precaution
Window tint (especially metallic film)
might cause communication errors or
poor radio reception, and a malfunction

ing automatic lighting system due to
reflections from the mirror tint inside the
vehicle. The tint installation solution used
might also leak into the electronic
components, causing malfunctions or
damage.

Replacing inner panel fuse

1. Turn the ENGINE START/STOP

button to the OFF position and all
other switches off.

2. Open the fuse panel cover.

Maintenance

Fuses

3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.

Use the removal tool provided on the
engine fuse panel cover.

4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if

it is blown.

Spare fuses are provided in the
engine compartment fuse panel.

5. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,

and make sure it fits tightly in the
clips.

If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia
dealer.

If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of
the same rating from a circuit you may
not need for operating the vehicle, such
as the power outlet fuse.

If the head lamp, turn signal lamp, stop
signal lamp, fog lamp, DRL, tail lamp or
High Mounted Stop Lamp (HMSL) do not

work and the fuses are OK, check the
fuse panel in the engine compartment. If
a fuse is blown, it must be replaced.

NOTICE

If the headlamp, fog lamp, turn signal
lamp, or tail lamp malfunction even with

out any problem to the lamps, have the
vehicle checked by an authorized Kia
dealer for assistance.

Replacing engine compartment
fuse

1. Turn the ENGINE START/STOP

button to the OFF position and all
other switches off.

2. Remove the fuse panel cover by

pressing the tab and pulling the cover
up.

3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if

it is blown. To remove or insert the
fuse, use the fuse puller in the engine
compartment fuse panel.

4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,

and make sure it fits tightly in the
clips. If it fits loosely, consult an autho

rized Kia dealer.

CAUTION

Always securely install the fuse panel
cover in the engine compartment to pro

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Maintenance

Fuses

tect against electrical failure which may
occur from water contact. Listen for the
audible clicking sound to ensure fuse
panel cover is securely fastened.

Multi fuse

If the multi fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:

1. Turn the ENGINE START/STOP

button to the OFF position and all
other switches off.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the nuts shown in the picture

above.

4. Replace the fuse with a new one of

the same rating.

5. Reverse these steps to reinstall the

multi fuse.

NOTICE

Do not disassemble or assemble the multi
fuse when it is secured with nuts and
bolts. Incorrect or partial assembly torque
may cause a fire. Have the vehi

cle

checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

Main fuse

If the main fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:

1. Turn the ENGINE START/STOP

button to the OFF position and all
other switches off.

2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the nuts shown in the picture

above.

4. Replace the fuse with a new one of

the same rating.

5. Reverse these steps to reinstall the

multi fuse.

NOTICE

The electronic system may not function
correctly even when the engine com

partment and internal fuse box's individ

ual fuses are not disconnected. In such
case the cause of the problem may be
disconnection of the main fuse (BFT
type), which is located inside the positive
battery terminal (+) cap.

Since the main fuse is designed more
intricately than other parts, have the
vehicle checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.

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Fuses

NOTICE

Do not disassemble or assemble the multi
fuse when it is secured with nuts and
bolts. Incorrect or partial assembly torque
may cause a fire. Have the vehi

cle

checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

Battery fuse

If the battery fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture

below.

3. Replace the fuse with a new one of

the same rating.

4. Reinstall in the reverse order of

removal.

NOTICE

If the battery fuse is blown, have the
vehicle checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.

CAUTION

Visually inspect the battery cap to ensure
it is securely closed. If the battery cap is
not securely closed, moisture may enter
the system and damage the elec

trical

components.

Fuse/relay panel description

Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you
can find the fuse/relay label describing
fuse/relay name and capacity.

Driver's side fuse panel

NOTICE

Not all fuse panel descriptions in this
manual may be applicable to your vehi

cle. It is accurate at the time of printing.
When you inspect the fuse panel in your
vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label on
the inside of the fuse cover. This dia

gram will provide you with the specific
information for your vehicles.

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Fuses

Driver's side fuse panel

Refer to the following table for a description of the fuse.

Fuse Name

Fuse rating

Circuit Protected

MEMORY

10A

Air Conditioner Control Module, Instrument Cluster

MODULE 1

10A

Key Interlock Switch, Multipurpose Check Connector, Data Link Connector, ICM (Integrated Cir

cuit Module) Relay Box (Outside Mirror Folding/Unfolding Relay), Hazard Switch, Driver/Pas

senger Smart Key Outside Handle, Mood Lamp Control Unit, Mood Lamp

TRUNK

10A

Trunk Relay

POWER

WIN

DOWRH

25A

Power Window Right Handle side Relay

POWER

WINDOWLH

25A

Power Window Left Handle side Relay, Driver Safety Power Window Module

POWER

SEAT

DRIVER

25A

Driver Power Switch

MODULE 4

7.5A

Front View Camera, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Front Radar, Mood Lamp

SEAT

HEATERREAR

15A

Rear Seat WarmerControl Module

HEATED MIRROR

10A

Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, Air Conditioner Control Module, ECM (Engine Control
Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module)

SEAT

HEATER

FRONT

20A

Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module

AMP

25A

AMP (Amplifier)

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Fuses

Fuse Name

Fuse rating

Circuit Protected

MULTI MEDIA

15A

Audio, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit

MODULE 5

10A

Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Audio, Air Conditioner Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer
Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module,
Multipurpose Check Connector

DOOR LOCK

20A

Door Lock/Unlock Relay

IBU 1

15A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

BRAKE SWITCH

10A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Stop Lamp Switch

IG 1

25A

Engine Room Junction Block (Fuse - ABS, ECU, TCU, SENEOR)

WIPER (LO/HI)

10A

Engine Room Junction Block (Front Wiper (Low) Relay), Front Wiper Motor, ECM (Engine
Con

trol Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module), IBU (Intergrated Body Control Unit)

AIRCONDITIONER 1

7.5A

Engine Room Junction Block (PTC HEATER Relay), Air Conditioner Control Module

AIR BAG 2

10A

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module

WASHER

15A

Multifunction Switch

MDPS

7.5A

MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit

MODULE 7

7.5A

Rear Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Air Ventilation
Seat Control Module, ESG_Unit

SUNROOF

15A

Sunroof Motor

CLUSTER

7.5A

Instrument Cluster

MODULE 3

7.5A

Sport Mode Switch, Stop Lamp Switch

START

7.5A

ICM (Integrated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Burglar Alarm Relay), Transaxle Range Switch,
Engine Room Junction Block (PDM 3 (IG1)Relay), IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), ECM
(Engine Control Module), PCM (Power trainControl Module)

IBU 2

7.5A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

AIR

BAGINDICATOR

7.5A

Instrument Cluster, Air Conditioner Control Module

MODULE 6

7.5A

IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit)

MODULE 2

10A

Audio, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Rear USB Char

ger, Wireless Charger, Power Outside Mirror Switch, Engine Room Junction Block (Power Out

let), AMP

AIR BAG 1

15A

SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module

AIRCONDITIONER 2

10A

Engine Room Junction Block (BLOWER Relay), Air Conditioner Control Module, Blower
Resistor, Blower Motor

Maintenance

Fuses

Fuse Name

Fuse rat

ing

Circuit Protected

ALTERNATOR

150/

200A

Fuse : BURGLAR ALARM, ABS1, ABS2, POWER OUTLET1, Alternator

MDPS

80A

MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit

BATTERY 5

60A

Fuse : ECU3, A/CON, ECU4, WIPER, HORN, Engine Control Relay

BATTERY 2

60A

Instrument Panel Junction Block

BATTERY 3

60A

Instrument Panel Junction Block

BATTERY 4

50A

Instrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse :TRUNK, POWER WINDOW RH, POWER
WINDOWLH,

POWER SEAT DRIVER, SEAT HEATER FRONT, AMP, SUNROOF1)

COOLING FAN 1

60A

COOLING FAN 1Relay

REAR HEATED

40A

REAR HEATED Relay

BLOWER

40A

BLOWER Relay

IG1

40A

Ignition Switch, PDM 3 (IG1)Relay, PDM 2 (ACC) Relay

IG2

40A

Ignition Switch, START Relay, PDM 4 (IG2) Relay

VACUUM PUMP

20A

Vacuum pump

EPB 1

60A

EPB (Electronic Parking Brake)

PTC HEATER

50A

PTC HEATER Relay

EPB 2

40A

EPB (Electronic Parking Brake)

POWEROUTLET 3

20A

Front Power Outlet

POWEROUTLET 2

20A

Front Power Outlet

TCU 1

15A

TCM (Transmission Control Module)

FUEL PUMP

20A

FUEL PUMP Relay

COOLING FAN 2

30A

COOLING FAN 3 Relay, COOLING FAN 2 Relay

BATTERY 1

40A

Instrument Panel Junction Block (LONG TERM LOAD LATCH RELAY, Fuse :
MODULE1,SEAT

HEATER REAR, DOOR LOCK, IBU1, BRAKE SWITCH, AIR BAG2)

DCT 1

40A

TCM (Transmission Control Module)

DCT 2

40A

TCM (Transmission Control Module)

ABS 1

40A

ABS (Anti-lock brake system) Control Module, ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module

ABS 2

30A

ABS (Anti-lock brake system) Control Module, ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module

POWEROUTLET 1

40A

POWER OUTLET Relay

SENSOR 2

10A

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Variable Intake Solenoid Valve, COOLING
FAN 3 Relay, COOLING FAN 2 Relay, Oil Control Valve #1/#2, A/CON Relay, CCV, Air Flow
Sen

sor, OCV #3

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] Oil Control Valve #1/#2, CCV, Cooling Fan 1Relay, PCSV, RCV

ECU 2

10A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module)

ECU 1

20A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module)

INJECTOR

15A

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] INJECTOR #1~#4

SENSOR 1

15A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] Oxygen Sensor

(UP/Down)

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Oxygen

Sensor (UP/Down)

IGNITION COIL

20A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDI, (Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Ignition Coil #1~#4

Maintenance

Fuses

Relay

Fuse Name

Fuse rat

ing

Circuit Protected

ECU 3

15A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module)

[(Gasoline engine) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module)

AIRCONDITIONER

10A

Air Conditioner Relay

ECU 5

10A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module)

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module)

SENSOR 4

15A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] Electric Vacuum Pump

ABS 3

10A

ABS (Anti-lock brake system)/ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module, EPB
(Electronic

Parking Brake)

TCU 2

15A

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Transaxle Range Switch

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDI] Transaxle Range Switch, TCM(Transmission Control Module)

SENSOR 3

10A

FUEL PUMP Relay

ECU 4

15A

[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module)

[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module)

WIPER

25A

Wiper Relay

HORN

15A

Horn Relay

Relay Name

Type

COOLING FAN 3 Relay

MICRO

COOLING FAN 2 Relay

MICRO

PDM 3 (IG1) Relay

MICRO

START Relay

MICRO

PDM 4 (IG2) Relay

MICRO

FUEL PUMP Relay

MICRO

PDM 2 (ACC) Relay

MICRO

COOLING FAN 1Relay

MINI

BLOWER Relay

MINI

PTC HEATER Relay

MICRO

REAR HEATED Relay

MICRO

POWER OUTLET Relay

MICRO

Maintenance

Light bulbs

Bulb replacement precaution

Please keep extra bulbs on hand with
appropriate wattage ratings in case of
emergencies.
Refer to "Bulb wattage" on page 9-5.

When changing lamps, first turn off the
engine at a safe place, firmly apply the
parking brake and detach the

battery’s

negative (-) terminal.

W ARNING

Working on the lights
Prior to working on the light, firmly apply
the parking brake, ensure that the igni

tion switch is turned to the LOCK posi

tion and turn off the lights to avoid
sudden movement of the vehicle burns
to your skin or fingers, or an electric
shock.

Use only bulbs of the specified wattage.

CAUTION

Light replacement
Be sure to replace the burned out bulb
with one of the same wattage rating.
Otherwise, it may cause damage to the
fuse or electric wiring system.

CAUTION

Headlamp Lens
To prevent damage, do not clean the
headlamp lens with chemical solvents or
strong detergents.

• Lamp part malfunction due to net-

work failure

The headlamp, taillight, and fog light
may light up when the head lamp switch
is turned ON, and not light up when the
taillight or for light switch is turned ON.

This may be caused by network failure
or vehicle electrical control system mal

function. If there is a problem, we rec

ommend the system be serviced by an
authorized Kia dealer.
• Lamp part malfunction due to elec

trical control system stabilization

A normally functioning lamp may flicker
momentarily. This momentary occur

rence is due to the stabilization function
of the vehicle's electrical control system.
If the lamp stops flickering after a few
moments, the vehicle does not require
service.

However, if the lamp goes out after the
momentary flickering, or the flickering
continues, we recommend the system be
serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.

NOTICE

• If the light bulb or lamp connector is

removed while the lamp is still on, the
fuse box's electronic system may log it
as a malfunction. Therefore, a lamp
malfunction incident may be recorded
as a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)
in the fuse box.

• It is normal for an operating lamp to

flicker momentarily. This is due to a
stabilization function of the

vehicle’s

electronic control device. If the lamp
lights up normally after momentarily
blinking, then it is functioning as nor

mal.

However, if the lamp continues to
flicker several times or turns off com

pletely, there may be an error in the
vehicle’s electronic control device.
Please have the vehicle checked by
an authorized Kia dealer immediately.

Maintenance

Light bulbs

NOTICE

You can find moisture inside the lens of
lamps after a car wash or driving in the
rain. It is a natural event caused by the
temperature difference between the
inside and the outside of the lamp and
does not mean a problem with its func

tions. The moisture inside the lamp would
disappear if you drive the vehicle with
the headlamp turned on, however, the
level at which the moisture is removed
may differ depending on the
size/location/condition of the lamp. If the
moisture continues to stay inside the
lamp, we recommend that you have the
vehicle checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.

If you

don’t have the necessary tools, the

correct bulbs and the expertise, consult
an authorized Kia dealer. In many cases,
it is difficult to replace vehicle light bulbs
because other parts of the vehicle must
be removed before you can get to the
bulb. This is especially true if you have to
remove the headlamp assembly to get
to the bulb(s).

Removing/installing the headlamp
assembly can result in damage to the
vehicle. If non-genuine parts or substan

dard bulbs are used, it may lead to blow

ing a fuse or other wiring damages.

Kia Genuine Parts we guarantee for
quality and performance.

Do not install extra lamps or LEDs in the
vehicle. If additional lights are installed, it
may lead to lamp malfunctions and flick

ering. Additionally, the fuse box and other
wiring may be damaged.

Light bulb position (Front)

Head lamp - Type A

Head lamp - Type B

Head lamp - Type C

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Light bulbs

Fog lamp

Headlamp (High/Low) (Bulb type)

Front turn signal lamp/Position lamp
(Bulb type)

Side marker (Bulb type)

Front turn signal lamp (Bulb type)

Position lamp / Day time running
lamp (LED type)

Headlamp (High) (LED type)

Headlamp (Low) (LED type)

Front turn signal lamp (LED type)

Side marker (LED type)

10.

Front fog lamp (LED type)

Light bulb position (Rear)

Rear combination lamp - Type A

Rear combination lamp - Type B

Rear turn signal lamp / Back up lamp

License plate lamp

OBDM071209

OBDM078033N

OBDM071300L

OBDM071035L

OBDM071036L

Maintenance

Light bulbs

High mounted stop lamp

Stop/Tail lamp (Bulb type)

Tail lamp (Bulb type)

Side marker (Bulb type)

Stop lamp (LED type)

Stop and Tail lamp (LED type)

Tail lamp (LED type)

Side marker (LED type)

Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type)

Back Up lamp (Bulb type)

10.

License plate lamp (Bulb type)

11.

High mounted stop lamp (Bulb or LED
type)

Light bulb position (Side)

Side repeater lamp

1. Side repeater lamp (Bulb type)

Headlamp (High/Low) (Bulb
type) bulb replacement

Head lamp - Type A, B

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by

turning it counterclockwise.

3. Disconnect the headlamp bulb

socket-connector.

4. Remove the bulb-socket from the

headlamp assembly by turning the
bulb-socket counterclockwise until
the tabs on the bulb-socket align with
the slots on the headlamp assembly.

OBDM071037L

OBDM071062L

OBD071216

Maintenance

Light bulbs

5. Install a new bulb-socket assembly in

the headlamp assembly by aligning
the tabs on the bulb-socket with the
slots in the headlamp assembly. Push
the bulb-socket into the headlamp
assembly and turn the bulb-socket
clockwise.

6. Connect the headlamp bulb socket-

connector.

7. Install the headlamp bulb cover by

turning it clockwise.

Headlamp bulb

W ARNING

Halogen bulbs
• Halogen bulbs contain pressurized

gas that will produce flying pieces of
glass if broken.

• Always handle them carefully, and

avoid scratches and abrasions. If the
bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liq

uids. Never touch the glass with bare
hands. Residual oil may cause the
bulb to overheat and burst when lit.

A bulb should be operated only when
installed in a headlight.

• If a bulb becomes damaged or

cracked, replace it immediately and
carefully dispose of it.

• Wear eye protection when changing a

bulb. Allow the bulb to cool down
before handling it.

Front turn signal lamp/Position
lamp (Bulb type) bulb replace

ment

Head lamp - Type A, B

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the bulb-socket from the

headlamp assembly by turning the
bulb-socket counterclockwise until
the tabs on the bulb-socket align with
the slots on the headlamp assembly.

3. Remove the bulb from the bulb-

socket by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on the
bulb align with the slots in the bulb-
socket. Pull the bulb out of the bulb-
socket.

4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the bulb-socket and rotating it until it
locks into place.

5. Install the socket in the headlamp

assembly by aligning the tabs on the
bulb-socket with the slots in the
assembly. Push the bulb-socket into
the headlamp assembly and turn the
socket clockwise.

OJA070102

OBD071217

Maintenance

Light bulbs

Side marker (Bulb type) bulb
replacement

Headlamp Type A,B

1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the bulb-socket from the

headlamp assembly by turning the
bulb-socket counterclockwise until the
tabs on the bulb-socket align with the
slots on the headlamp assembly.

3. Remove the bulb from the bulb-

socket by pulling it out.

4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the bulb-socket.

5. Install the bulb-socket in the head

lamp assembly by aligning the tabs
on the bulb-socket with the slots in
the headlamp assembly.Push the
bulb-socket into the headlamp
assembly and turn the bulb-socket
clockwise.

Position lamp/Daytime running
lamp (LED type) bulb replace

ment

Headlamp Type B

If the position lamp/daytime running lamp
(LED) (1) does not operate, have the
vehicle checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.

The LED lamps cannot be replaced as
a single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the position lamp/daytime run

ning lamp (LED), for it may damage
related parts of the vehicle.

OBDM071122L

OBDM071312

Maintenance

Light bulbs

Headlamp (LED type) bulb
replacement

Headlamp Type C

If the Front turn signal lamp (1), High
beam lamp (2), Low beam lamp (3), Day
time running lamp/Position lamp(4), side
marker (5) does not operate, have the
vehicle checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.

The LED lamps cannot be replaced as
a single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the head lamp (LED), for it may
damage related parts of the vehicle.

Front fog lamp (LED type) bulb
replacement

If the front fog lamp (LED) (1), does not
operate, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer. The LED lamps
cannot be replaced as a single unit
because it is an integrated unit. The LED
lamps has to be replaced with the unit.A
skilled technician should check or repair
the front fog lamp (LED), for it may dam

age related parts of the vehicle.

Side repeater lamp (Bulb type)
bulb Replacement

1. Remove the lamp assembly from the

vehicle by prying the lens and pulling
the assembly out.

2. Disconnect the bulb electrical connec

tor.

OBDM071210

OBD071211

OJA070103

Maintenance

Light bulbs

3. Separate the socket and the lens parts

by turning the socket counterclock

wise until the tabs on the socket align
with the slots on the lens part.

4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

5. Insert a new bulb in the socket.
6. Reassemble the socket and the lens

part.

7. Connect the bulb electrical connector.
8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the

body of the vehicle.

Stop and tail lamp/side marker
(Bulb type) bulb replacement

Rear combination lamp - Type A

1. Open the trunk lid.

2. Open the service cover.

3. Loosen the nuts and disconnect the

connector.

4. Remove the rear combination lamp

assembly from the body of the vehi

cle.

5. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

wise until the tabs on the socket align
with the slots on the assembly.

OBD071045

OBD078046

OBD071228

OBD071048

Maintenance

Light bulbs

Remove the bulb from the socket by
pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket. Pull
the bulb out of the socket.

Insert a new bulb by inserting it into
the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.

Install the socket in the assembly by
aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly. Push the
socket into the assembly and turn the
socket clockwise.

Install the rear combination lamp
assembly to the body of the vehicle.

10.

Install the service cover.

Tail lamp (Inside) (Bulb type) bulb
replacement

Rear combination lamp - Type A

1. Open the trunk lid.

2. Loosen the retaining screw of the

trunk lid cover and then remove the
cover.

3. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

wise until the tabs on the socket align
with the slots on the assembly.

4. Remove the bulb from the socket by

pressing it in and rotating it counter
clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket. Pull
the bulb out of the socket.

5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.

6. Install the socket in the assembly by

aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly. Push the
socket into the assembly and turn the
socket clockwise.

7. Install the trunk lid cover.

Stop and tail lamp (LED type)
bulb replacement

Rear combination lamp - Type B

OBDM071049L

OBD071050

OBD071219L

Maintenance

Light bulbs

If the stop (1) and tail (2) lamp (LED),
does not operate, have the vehicle
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamps cannot be replaced as
a single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the stop and tail lamp (LED), for it
may damage related parts of the vehicle.

Side marker (LED type) bulb
replacement

Rear combination lamp - Type B

If the side marker (LED) (1) does not
operate, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer. The LED lamp
cannot be replaced as a single compo

nent because it is an integrated unit. The
LED lamp has to be replaced with the
unit. A skilled technician should check or
repair the side marker (LED), for it may
damage related parts of the vehicle.

Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type)
bulb replacement

If the rear turn signal lamp (1) does not
operate, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.

Back up lamp (Bulb type) bulb
replacement

If the back up lamp (1) does not operate,
have the vehicle checked by an autho

rized Kia dealer.

OBDM071305L

OBD071128

OBD071053

Maintenance

Light bulbs

License plate lamp (Bulb type)
bulb replacement

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

2. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

wise until the tabs on the socket align
with the slots on the assembly.

3. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket by

pulling it out.

4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the bulb-socket.

5. Install the socket in the assembly by

aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly. Push the
socket into the assembly and turn the
socket clockwise.

6. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.

High mounted stop lamp (bulb
type) bulb replacement

1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the socket from the assembly

by turning the socket counterclock

wise until the tabs on the socket align
with the slots on the assembly.

3. Remove the bulb from the socket by

pressing it in and rotating it counter

clockwise until the tabs on the bulb
align with the slots in the socket. Pull
the bulb out of the socket.

4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into

the socket and rotating it until it locks
into place.

5. Install the socket in the assembly by

aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly. Push the
socket into the assembly and turn the
socket clockwise.

OBDM071055L

OBD071204

Maintenance

Light bulbs

High mounted stop lamp (LED
type) bulb replacement

If the high mounted stop lamp (1) does
not operate, have the vehicle checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamps cannot be replaced as
a single component because it is an
inte

grated unit. The LED lamps have to

be replaced with the unit
• A skilled technician should check or

repair the High Mounted Stop Lamp
(LED), for it may damage related parts
of the vehicle.

Map lamp (Bulb type) bulb
replacement

W ARNING

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the

“OFF” button is

depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.
Allow the bulb to cool down before han

dling it.

Map lamp (LED type) bulb
replacement

If the map lamp (LED) (1), does not oper

ate, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamps cannot be replaced as
a single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced
with the unit.

OBD071054

OBD071056

OBD071057

Maintenance

Light bulbs

A skilled technician should check or
repair the map lamp (LED), for it may
damage related parts of the vehicle.

Room lamp (Bulb type) bulb
replacement

W ARNING

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the

“OFF” button is

depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

Room lamp (LED type) bulb
replacement

If the room lamp (LED) (1), does not
operate, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.

The LED lamps cannot be replaced as
a single unit because it is an integrated
unit. The LED lamps has to be replaced
with the unit.

A skilled technician should check or
repair the room lamp (LED), for it may
damage related parts of the vehicle.

Vanity mirror lamp (Bulb type)
bulb replacement

W ARNING

Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure

that the “OFF” button is

ODEEV098066NR

ODEEV098067NR

OYB070154L

Maintenance

Light bulbs

depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.

4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

Trunk room lamp (Bulb type) bulb
replacement

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lens cover from lamp housing.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

NOTICE

If the LED lamp does not operate, have
the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia
dealer.

Glove box lamp (Bulb type)
replacement

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently

pry the lamp assembly from interior.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight

out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.

4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

OBD071221L

OBD071058L

Maintenance

Appearance care

Exterior care

NOTICE

If you park the vehicle around a stainless
signboard or windshield building etc.,
the plastic exterior trim (bumper, spoiler,
garnish, lamp, outside mirror etc.) may be
damaged by reflected sunlight from the
external structure. To avoid damag

ing

the plastic exterior trim, park the vehicle
away from the areas where the reflected
light may occur or use a vehi

cle cover

(Depending on the vehicle, the type of
exterior trim applied such as spoiler may
differ).

Exterior general caution

It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning and
caution statements that appear on the
label.

Finish maintenance

Washing

To help protect your

vehicle’s finish from

rust and deterioration, wash it thor

oughly and frequently at least once a
month with lukewarm or cold water.

If you use your vehicle for off-road driv

ing, you should wash it after each off-
road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are kept
clear and clean.

Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your

vehicle’s finish if not

removed immediately.

Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.

After washing, rinse the vehicle thor

oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.

High-pressure washing

• When using high-pressure washers,

make sure to maintain sufficient dis

tance from the vehicle.

Insufficient clearance or excessive
pressure can lead to component dam

age or water penetration.

• Do not spray the camera, sensors or

its surrounding area directly with a
high pressure washer. Shock applied
from high pressure water may cause
the device to not operate normally.

• Do not bring the nozzle tip close to

boots (rubber or plastic covers) or
connectors as they may be damaged
if they come into contact with high
pressure water.

CAUTION

• Water washing in the engine compart

ment including high pressure water
washing may cause the failure of elec

trical circuits located in the engine
compartment.

Maintenance

Appearance care

• Never allow water or other liquids to

come in contact with electrical/elec

tronic components inside the vehicle
as this may damage them.

W ARNING

Wet brakes
After washing the vehicle, test the brakes
while driving slowly to see if they have
been affected by water. If braking
performance is impaired, dry the brakes
by applying them lightly while maintain

ing a slow forward speed.

Waxing

Wax the vehicle when water will no lon

ger bead on the paint.

Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing. Use a good quality liquid or
paste wax, and follow the manufac

turer’s instructions. Wax all metal trim to
protect it and to maintain its luster.

Removing oil, tar, and similar materials
with a spot remover will usually strip the
wax from the finish. Be sure to re-wax
these areas even if the rest of the vehicle
does not yet need waxing. Do not apply
wax on embossed unpainted unit, as it
may tarnish the unit.

CAUTION

Drying vehicle
• Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a

dry cloth will scratch the finish.

• Do not use steel wool, abrasive clean

ers, acid detergents or strong deter

gents containing high alkaline or
caustic agents on chrome-plated or
anodized aluminum parts. This may
result in damage to the protective
coating and cause discoloration or
paint deterioration.

Finish damage repair

Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust
and may develop into a major repair
expense.

If your vehicle is damaged and requires
any metal repair or replacement, be sure
the body shop applies anti-corrosion
materials to the parts repaired or
replaced.

Bright-metal maintenance

• To remove road tar and insects, use a

tar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.

• To protect the surfaces of brightmetal

parts from corrosion, apply a coating
of wax or chrome preservative and rub
to a high luster.

• During winter weather or in coastal

areas, cover the bright metal parts
with a heavier coating of wax or pre

servative. If necessary, coat the parts
with non-corrosive petroleum jelly or
other protective compound.

Underbody maintenance

Road salt and other corrosive chemicals
are used in cold weather states to melt

OBDM071060

Maintenance

Appearance care

snow and prevent ice accumulation. If
these chemicals are not regularly
removed, they will corrode the vehicle
underbody and over time damage fuel
lines, the fuel tank retention system, the
vehicle suspension, the exhaust system,
and even the body frame. The National
Highway Traffic Safety Administration
has warned all vehicle owners of all
brands of the need to take the following
steps:
• Wash the undercarriage of your vehi

cle regularly during the winter and
whenever your vehicle has been
exposed to such salts or chemicals.

• Do a thorough washing of the under

carriage at the end of the winter.

• Use professional service technicians

or governmental inspection stations
to annually inspect for corrosion.

• Immediately seek an inspection of your

vehicle if you become visually aware of
corrosion flaking or scaling or if you
become aware of a change in vehicle
performance, such as soft or spongey
brakes, fluids leaking, impairment of
directional control, sus

pension noises

or rattling metal straps.

Aluminum wheel maintenance

The

aluminum wheels are coated with a clear
protective finish.
• Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol

ishing compound, solvent, or wire
brushes on aluminum wheels. They
may scratch or damage the finish.

• Clean the wheel when it has cooled.
• Use only a mild soap or neutral deter

gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Also, be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads.This helps pre

vent corrosion.

• Avoid washing the wheels with high-

speed car wash brushes.

• Do not use any alkaline or acid deter

gent. It may damage and corrode the
aluminum wheels coated with a clear
protective finish.

Corrosion protection

Protecting your vehicle from cor

rosion

By using advanced design and construc

tion practices to combat corrosion, we
produce vehicles of the highest quality.
However, this is only part of the job. To
achieve the longterm corrosion resis

tance your vehicle can deliver, the
owner's cooperation and assistance is
also required.

Common causes of corrosion

The

most common causes of corrosion on
your vehicle are:
• Road salt, dirt and moisture that is

allowed to accumulate underneath
the vehicle.

• Removal of paint or protective coat

ings by stones, gravel, abrasion or
minor scrapes and dents which leave
unprotected metal exposed to corro

sion.

High-corrosion areas

If you live in an area where your vehicle
is regularly exposed to corrosive materi

als, corrosion protection is particularly
important. Some of the common causes
of accelerated corrosion are road salts,
dust control chemicals, ocean air and
industrial pollution.

Maintenance

Appearance care

Moisture breeds corrosion

Moisture creates the conditions in which
corrosion is most likely to occur. For
example, corrosion is accelerated by
high humidity, particularly when tem

peratures are just above freezing. In
such conditions, the corrosive material is
kept in contact with

the vehicle’s surface

by moisture that evaporates slowly.

Mud is particularly corrosive because it
dries slowly and holds moisture in con

tact with the vehicle.

Although the mud may appears to be
dry, it can still retain moisture and pro

mote corrosion.

High temperatures can also accelerate
corrosion of parts that are not properly
ventilated so the moisture can be dis

persed.

For all these reasons, it is particularly
important to keep your vehicle clean and
free of mud or accumulations of other
materials. This applies not only to the
visible surfaces but particularly to the
underside of the vehicle.

To help prevent corrosion

You can help prevent corrosion from
getting started by observing the follow

ing:

Keep your vehicle clean

The best way to prevent corrosion is to
keep your vehicle clean and free of cor

rosive materials. Attention to the under

side of the vehicle is particularly
important.
• If you live in a high-corrosion area —

where road salts are used, near the
ocean, areas with industrial pollution,
acid rain, etc.

—, you should take extra

care to prevent corrosion. In winter,

hose off the underside of your vehicle
at least once a month and be sure to
clean the underside thoroughly when
winter is over.

• When cleaning underneath the vehi

cle, give particular attention to the
components under the fenders and
other areas that are hidden from view.
Do a thorough job; just dampening the
accumulated mud rather than washing
it away will accelerate corro

sion

rather than prevent it. Water under
high pressure and steam are
particularly effective in removing
accumulated mud and corrosive
materials.

• When cleaning lower door panels,

rocker panels and frame members, be
sure that drain holes are kept open so
that moisture can escape and not be
trapped inside to accelerate corrosion.

Keep your garage dry

Don't park your vehicle in a damp,
poorly ventilated garage. This creates a
favorable environment for corrosion.
This is particularly true if you wash your
vehicle in the garage or drive it into the
garage when it is still wet or covered
with snow, ice or mud. Even a heated
garage can contribute to corrosion
unless it is well ventilated so moisture is
dispersed.

Keep paint and trim in good con

dition

Scratches or chips in the finish should be
covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as
possible to reduce the possibility of cor

rosion. If bare metal is showing through,
the attention of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.

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