Emergency starting

Jump starting

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  1. (+) terminal of the booster battery

  2. (-) terminal of the booster battery

  3. (+) terminal of the flat battery

  4. (-) terminal of the flat battery

If the vehicle does not start due to low 12V battery power, jump starting may be necessary.

Connect the jumper cables in the numerical order shown, and disconnect them in the reverse order.

WARNING

  • Jump-starting can be dangerous if performed incorrectly. To prevent injury or damage to the vehicle or 12V battery, always follow the proper jump starting procedures.

  • If you are unsure or inexperienced, it is strongly recommended that you contact a qualified technician or towing service to perform the jump start.

  1. Turn off all unnecessary electrical loads of the vehicle.

  2. Connect the jumper cables in order.

    • Positive (+) terminal of the flat battery (3) and the booster battery (1).

    • Negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (2) and the flat battery (4).

  3. Start the vehicle with the booster battery for several minutes.

  4. Try to start the vehicle with the flat battery again.

  5. If the vehicle starts, disconnect the jumper cable in order.

    • Negative (-) terminal of the booster battery (2).

    • Positive (+) terminal of the booster battery (1).

WARNING

  • Never attempt to check the electrolyte level of the battery as this may cause the battery to rupture or explode causing serious injury.

  • Keep all flames or sparks away from the battery. The battery produces hydrogen gas which may explode if exposed to flame or sparks. If these instructions are not followed exactly, serious personal injury and damage to the vehicle may occur! If you are not sure how to follow this procedure, seek qualified assistance. Automobile batteries contain sulfuric acid. This is poisonous and highly corrosive. When jump starting, wear protective glasses and be careful not to get acid on yourself, your clothing or on the vehicle.

  • Do not attempt to jump start the vehicle if the discharged battery is frozen or if the electrolyte level is low; the battery may rupture or explode.

  • Do not allow the (+) and (-) jumper cables to touch. It may cause sparks.

  • The battery may rupture or explode when you jump start with a low or frozen battery.

  • The electrical starting system works with high voltage. Never touch these components with the DRIVE READY indicator ON or when the vehicle is in POWER ON position.

CAUTION

  • Make sure the booster battery is a 12V battery and that its negative terminal is properly grounded. If the booster battery is installed in another vehicle, do not allow the two vehicles to come into contact.

  • Using a 24V power source such as two 12V batteries connected in series or a 24V motor generator can cause severe damage to the 12V starting motor, ignition system, and other electrical components beyond repair.

  • Do not connect the jumper cable from the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery to the negative (-) terminal of the flat battery. This can cause the flat battery to overheat and crack, releasing battery acid. Make sure to connect one end of the jumper cable to the negative (-) terminal of the booster battery, and the other end to a metallic point, far away from the battery.

NOTE

If the cause of your battery discharging is not apparent, have your vehicle checked by a professional workshop. Kia recommends that you visit an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.