Fuses

Fuses protect a vehicle’s electrical system from electrical overload damage.

Figure 1. Blade type
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Figure 2. Cartridge type
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Figure 3. Multi fuse
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Figure 4. BFT
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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 motor compartment near the battery.

If any of your vehicle’s lights, accessories, or controls do not work, check the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse is blown, the element inside the fuse melts.

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

If a replacement fuse blows, this indicates an electrical problem. Avoid using the respective system and immediately consult an authorized Kia dealer.

Your vehicle uses 3 kinds of fuses: blade type for lower amperage rating, cartridge type, and multi fuse for higher amperage ratings.

WARNING

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 wire or aluminum foil in place of a proper fuse, even as a temporary repair. Doing so may cause extensive wiring damage and possibly 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.

NOTE

  • When replacing a fuse, change the EV button to the OFF position and turn off switches of all electrical devices; then remove the battery (-) terminal.

  • The actual fuse or relay panel label may differ from equipped items.

WARNING

Electrical Fire

Always ensure replacement fuses and relays are securely fastened when installed. Failure to do so can result in a vehicle fire.

Do not remove fuses, relays, and terminals fastened with bolts or nuts. The fuses, relays, and terminals may be fastened incompletely and could cause a possible fire. If fuses, relays, and terminals fastened with bolts or nuts are blown, consult an authorized Kia dealer.

CAUTION

When replacing a blown fuse or relay, ensure 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 systems.

CAUTION

  • Do not put objects except fuses or relays into fuse/relay terminals such as a screwdriver or wiring. It may cause contact failure and system malfunction.

  • Do not plug in screwdrivers or aftermarket wiring into the terminal originally designed for fuses and relays only. The electrical system and wiring of the vehicle interior may be damaged 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.

WARNING

Electrical Wiring Repairs

All electrical repairs should be performed by an authorized Kia dealership using approved Kia parts. Using other wiring components, especially when retrofitting multimedia or theft alarm system, car phone or radio may cause vehicle damage and increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

NOTE

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 make you responsible for any subsequent vehicle damage which may result.