Kia Soul: Maintenance / Fuses
❈ Left side : Normal, Right side : Blown
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by
fuses.
This vehicle has 2 (or 3) fuse panels, one located in the driver’s side panel
bolster, the others in the engine 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 has blown, the element inside the fuse will
melt.
If the electrical system does not work, first check the driver’s side fuse panel.
Before replacing a blown fuse, disconnect the negative battery cable.
Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same rating.
If the replacement fuse blows, this indicates an electrical problem. Avoid using
the system involved and immediately consult a professional workshop. Kia recommends
to consult an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.
Three kinds of fuses are used: 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 a wire or aluminum foil instead of the proper fuse even
as a temporary repair. It may cause extensive wiring damage and a possible fire.
- Do not arbitrarily modify or addon electric wiring of 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.
NOTICE
- When replacing fuse, turn the ignition “OFF” and turn off switches
of all electrical devices then remove battery (-) terminal.
- The actual fuse/relay panel label may differ from equipped items.
CAUTION
- When replacing a blown fuse or relay with a new one, make sure the
new fuse or relay fits tightly into the clips. The incomplete fastening fuse
or relay may cause the vehicle wiring and electric systems damage and a possible
fire.
- Do not remove fuses, relays and terminals fastened with bolts or nuts.The
fuses, relays and terminals may be fastened incompletely, and it may cause a
possible fire. If fuses, relays and terminals fastened with bolts or nuts are
blown, consult a professional workshop. Kia recommends to consult an authorized
Kia dealer/service partner.
- Do not input any other objects except fuses or relays into fuse/relay
terminals such as a driver or wiring. It may cause contact failure and system
malfunction.
- Do not plug in screwdrivers or aftermarket wiring into the terminal
originally designed for fuse 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.
CAUTION
Visually inspect the battery cap to ensure it is securely closed. If the battery
cap is not securely closed, moisture may enter the system and damage the electrical
components.
NOTICE
Random wiring prohibited when retrofitting equipment
Use of random wiring in the vehicle might cause danger due to failure and
damage of the vehicle’s performance.
Using random wires especially when retrofitting AVN or theft alarm system,
remote engine control, car phone or radio might damage the vehicle or cause fire.
NOTICE
Remodeling Prohibited
Do not try remodeling the vehicle in any way. It is illegal, and may affect
the vehicle’s performance, durability, and safety. Warranty is also not provided
for problems caused by remodeling.
Be aware of safety problems caused by remodeling the vehicle with unauthorized
electrical devices(lamp, black box, electrical equipment, diagnostic device, communication
device, etc.). It might cause malfunction of the vehicle, wiring damage, battery
discharge, connector damage, or fire. the vehicle or cause fire.
NOTICE
Window tinting precaution
Window tint(especially metallic film) might cause communication disorder or
poor radio reception, and malfunction of the automatic lighting system due to excessive
change of illumination inside the vehicle. The solution used might also flow into
electric, electronic devices causing disorder and failure.
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