Battery recharging

If the battery discharges, run the engine for at least 60 minutes, either driving or idling. Alternatively, you may connect a fully automatic regulated charger to the engine compartment front jumper posts or to the battery in the liftgate.

When recharging the battery, take the following precautions:

  • Remove the battery from the vehicle and place it in an area with good ventilation.

  • Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or flame near the battery.

  • Watch the battery while it charges, and stop or reduce the charging rate in the following cases:

    1. The battery cells begin boiling violently.

    2. The electrolyte temperature of any cell is above 120 °F (49 °C).

  • Wear eye protection when you check the battery while it is charging.

  • Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery, turn OFF all accessories and stop the vehicle.

  • Disconnect the battery charger in the following order:

    1. Turn OFF the battery charger main switch.

    2. Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.

    3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.

  • The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last when the battery is disconnected.

WARNING

AGM battery

  • Absorbent Glass Matt (AGM) batteries are maintenance-free. Have your AGM battery serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.

    To charge your AGM battery, use only fully automatic battery chargers that are specially developed for AGM batteries.

  • When replacing the AGM battery, use replacement parts from an authorized Kia dealer.

  • Do not open or remove the cap on top of the battery. This may cause internal electrolytes to leak, which could result in severe injury.