Battery recharging
By battery charger
Should your vehicle's battery become discharged either run the engine for at least 60 minutes driving or at idle. Alternatively you may connect a fully automatic regulated charger to the engine compartment front jumper posts.

Recharging battery
When recharging the battery, observe the following precautions:
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The battery must be removed from the vehicle and placed in an area with good ventilation.
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Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or flame near the battery.
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Watch the battery during charging, and stop or reduce the charging rate if the battery cells begin gassing (boiling) violently or if the temperature of the electrolyte of any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).
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Wear eye protection when checking the battery during charging.
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Disconnect the battery charger in the following order.
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Turn off the battery charger main switch.
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Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.
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Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.
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Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery, turn off all accessories and stop the engine.
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The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last when the battery is disconnected.
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Operation related to the battery is recommended to be done by a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

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Keep the battery away from water or any liquid.
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For your safety, use parts for replacement from a professional workshop. Kia recommends to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.