Replacing motor compartment fuse
Replacing blade/cartridge type fuses

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Press the EV button to the OFF position and turn all switches off.
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Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover up.
When the blade type fuse is disconnected, remove it by using the clip designed for changing fuses located in the motor compartment fuse box. Upon removal, securely insert a reserve fuse of equal rating.
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Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown. To remove or insert the fuse, use the tool in the fuse panel cover.
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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.
Replacing main/multi fuses


Operation
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Turn off the vehicle.
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Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover up.
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Disconnect the battery (-) cable.
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Remove the nuts shown in the picture above.
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Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
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Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.
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If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia dealer.
Replacing relay

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Turn the vehicle and all other switches off.
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Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover up.
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Replace the relay with a new one of the same rating.
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Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.
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If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia dealer.

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After checking the fuse panel in the motor compartment, securely install the fuse panel cover with clicking sound. If not, electrical failures may occur from water contact.
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Visually inspect the battery cap for secure latching. If the battery cap is not securely latched, the electrical system may be damaged from water contact.

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The electronic system may not function correctly even when the motor compartment and internal fuse box's individual fuses are connected. May be a disconnect of the main fuse (BFT type), which is located inside the positive battery terminal (+) cap. Since the main fuse is more complex than other fuses, visit an authorized Kia dealer.
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If the multi fuse is blown, consult an authorized Kia dealer.
Replacing battery junction block fuse

Operation
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Turn off the vehicle.
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Take off the motor compartment cover from the left side of the vehicle.
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Open the 12V battery cover (1).
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Take off the 12V battery cover (2).
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Every fuse is tightened with a nut. Do not remove the fuse.
Consult an authorized Kia dealer.
Replacing rear junction block

Operation
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Turn off the vehicle and all other switches off.
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Take off the luggage cover from the luggage compartment.
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Open the rear junction box cover.
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Every fuse are tightened with a nut. Do not arbitrarily disassemble or assemble the fuse.
Consult an authorized Kia dealer.