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In case of an emergency
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT PROTECTION
Blade type
This vehicle has two fuse panels,
one located in the driver's side, the
other in the engine compartment.
Fuse replacement
WARNING - Fuse replace-
ment
The diesel engine has more one fuse
panel which located in the engine
compartment near the washer tank
reservior.
• Never replace a fuse with any-
thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
Blown
Normal
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-
sories, or controls do not work, check
the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse
has blown, the element inside the
fuse will be melted.
Cartridge type
• A higher capacity fuse could
cause damage through over-
heating and possibly a fire.
• Never install a wire instead of
the proper fuse - even as a
temporary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
possibly a fire.
If the electrical system does not
work, first check the driver’s side
fuse panel.
Normal
Fusible link
Blown
Always replace a blown fuse with
one of the same rating.
• Do not use a screwdriver or
any other metal object to
remove fuses because it may
cause a short circuit and dam-
age the system.
If the replacement fuse blows, this
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid
using the system involved and imme-
diately consult an Authorized Kia
Dealer.
Normal
Blown
1VQA4037
Fuses
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses.
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