Get Maintenance -> Battery Guide for Kia Picanto 4 Door Second Generation (2011-2017)

Maintenance

BATTERY

✽

NOTICE

Basically equipped battery is mainte-

nance free type. If your vehicle is

equipped with the battery marked with

LOWER and UPPER on the side, you

can check the electrolyte level. The elec-

trolyte level should be between LOWER

and UPPER. If the electrolyte level is

low, it needs to add distilled (demineral-

ized) water (Never add sulfuric acid or

other electrolyte). When refill, be care-

ful not to splash the battery and adja-

cent components. And do not overfill the

battery cells. It can cause corrosion on

other parts. After then ensure that tight-

en the cell caps. We recommend that you

contact an authorized Kia dealer.

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2. Install the new blade assembly by

inserting the center part into the slot in

the wiper arm until it clicks into place.

For best battery service

• Keep the battery securely mounted.

• Keep the battery top clean and dry.

3. Make sure the blade assembly is

installed firmly by trying to pull it slightly.

• Keep the terminals and connections

clean, tight, and coated with petroleum

jelly or terminal grease.

• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from the

battery immediately with a solution of

water and baking soda.

• If the vehicle is not going to be used for

an extended time, disconnect the bat-

tery cables.

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Maintenance

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If any electrolyte gets into

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WARNING - Battery

dangers

The battery contains lead.

Do not dispose of it after

use. We recommend that

you contact an authorized

Kia dealer.

Always read the following

instructions carefully when

handling a battery.

your eyes, flush your eyes

with clean water for at least

15 minutes and get immedi-

ate medical attention.

Keep lighted cigarettes and

all other flames or sparks

away from the battery.

If electrolyte gets on your

skin, thoroughly wash the

contacted area. If you feel a

pain or a burning sensa-

tion, get medical attention

immediately.

• When lifting a plastic-cased bat-

tery, excessive pressure on the

case may cause battery acid to

leak, resulting in personal injury.

Lift with a battery carrier or with

your hands on opposite corners.

Hydrogen, a highly com-

bustible gas, is always

present in battery cells and

may explode if ignited.

• Never attempt to recharge the

battery when the battery cables

are connected.

Wear eye protection when

charging or working near a

battery. Always provide

ventilation when working in

an enclosed space.

Keep batteries out of the

reach of children because

batteries contain highly

corrosive SULFURIC ACID.

Do not allow battery acid to

contact your skin, eyes,

clothing or paint finish.

• The electrical ignition system

works with high voltage. Never

touch these components with the

engine running or the ignition

switched on.

An inappropriately disposed

battery can be harmful to

the environment and human

health. Dispose the battery

according to your local

law(s) or regulation.

Failure to follow the above warn-

ings can result in serious bodily

injury or death.

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Maintenance

Battery recharging

Example

CAUTION

Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,

calcium-based battery.

• When you don’t use the vehicle

for a long time in the low temper-

ature area, separate the battery

and keep it indoors.

• If the battery becomes discharged in a

short time (because, for example, the

headlights or interior lights were left on

while the vehicle was not in use),

recharge it by slow charging (trickle)

for 10 hours.

• Always charge the battery fully to

prevent battery case damage in

low temperature area.

• If you use unauthorized electron-

ic devices, the battery may be dis-

charged. Never use unauthorized

devices.

• If the battery gradually discharges

because of high electric load while the

vehicle is being used, recharge it at 20-

30A for two hours.

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❈ The actual battery label in the vehicle

may differ from the illustration.

WARNING

Battery capacity label

(see the example)

Separating the battery from the

vehicle is recommended to an

authorized Kia dealer.

1. CMF60L-BCI : The Kia model name of

battery

2. 12V : The nominal voltage

3. 60Ah(20HR) : The nominal capacity

(in Ampere hours)

4. 92RC : The nominal reserve capacity

(in min.)

5. 550CCA : The cold-test current in

amperes by SAE

6. 440A : The cold-test current in amperes

by EN

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Maintenance

Reset items

WARNING - Recharging

battery

When recharging the battery,

observe the following precautions:

WARNING

Items should be reset after the battery

has been discharged or the battery has

been disconnected.

• Before performing maintenance

or recharging the battery, turn off

all accessories and stop the

engine.

• The battery must be removed

from the vehicle and placed in an

area with good ventilation.

• Auto up/down window (See section 4)

• Sunroof (See section 4)

• Trip computer (See section 4)

• The negative battery cable must

be removed first and installed

last when the battery is discon-

nected.

• Do not allow cigarettes, sparks,

or flame near the battery.

• Climate control system

(See section 4)

• Operation related to the battery is

recommended to an authorized

Kia dealer.

• Watch the battery during charg-

ing, and stop or reduce the charg-

ing rate if the battery cells begin

gassing (boiling) violently or if

the temperature of the electrolyte

of any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).

• Clock (See section 4)

• Audio (See section 4)

CAUTION

• Keep the battery away from water

or any liquid.

• Wear eye protection when check-

ing the battery during charging.

• Disconnect the battery charger in

the following order.

• For your safety, we recommend

that you use parts for replacement

from an authorized Kia dealer.

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.

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