2008 KIA Sorento fuse

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Your vehicle at a glance
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
OBL086001N
1. Air cleaner.........................................7-19
2. Engine oil filler cap ...........................7-11
3. Engine oil dipstick .............................7-11
4. Auto transmission fluid dipstick* .......7-16
5. Brake / clutch* fluid reservoir ............7-14
6. Fuse box .............................................6-7
7. Windshield washer fluid reservoir .....7-18
8. Power steering fluid reservoir ...........7-15
9. Radiator cap .....................................7-13
10. Engine coolant reservoir .................7-12
11. Battery ......................................6-4/7-22
* : if equipped
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* The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.

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Knowing your vehicle
Power windows
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for power windows to operate.
Each door has a power window switch
that controls that door’s window.
However, the driver has a power window
lock switch which can block the operation
of passenger windows.
The power windows can be operated for
approximately 30 seconds after the igni-
tion key is removed or turned to the ACC
or LOCK position. However, if the front
doors are opened, the power windows
cannot be operated even within the 30
seconds after the ignition key removal.
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NOTICE
 If you notice buffeting and pulsation
(wind shock) with either side window
open, you should open the opposite
window slightly to reduce the condi-
tion.
 In cold and wet climates, power win-
dows may not work properly due to
freezing conditions.
WINDOWS
CAUTION
• To protect the power window sys-
tem from the possibility of dam-
age, do not open or close two
windows at the same time. This
will also ensure the longevity of
the fuse.
• Never try to operate the main
switch on the driver's door and
the individual door window
switch in opposing directions at
the same time. If this is done, the
window will stop and cannot be
opened or closed.
WARNING - Windows
•Always double check to make
sure all arms, hands, head and
other obstructions are safely out
of the way before closing a win-
dow.
• Do not allow children to play with
the power windows. Keep the
driver’s door power window lock
switch in the LOCK position
(depressed). Serious injury can
result from unintentional window
operation by the child.
• Do not extend face or arms out-
side through the window opening
while driving.

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In case of an emergency
ELECTRICAL CIRCUIT PROTECTION
Fuses
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected
from electrical overload damage by
fuses.This vehicle has two fuse panels, one
located in the driver's side panel bolster,
the other in the engine compartment
near the battery.
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.
If the electrical system does not work,
first check the driver’s side fuse panel.
Always replace a blown fuse with one of
the same rating.
If the replacement fuse blows, this indi-
cates an electrical problem. Avoid using
the system involved and immediately
consult an Authorized Kia Dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade type
for lower amperage rating and cartridge
type, fusible link for higher amperage rat-
ings.
Fuse replacement
1VQA4037 Normal Normal Blade type
Cartridge type
Fusible linkBlown
Blown
Normal Blown
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.
WARNING - Fuse replace-
ment
• Never replace a fuse with any-
thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
• A higher capacity fuse could
cause damage 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.

In case of an emergency
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Driver’s side panel
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other
switches off.
2. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.
Use the removal tool provided on the
main fuse box in the engine compart-
ment fuse relay box (if equipped).
Refer to the fuse panel chart on the
fuse panel cover to identify the likely
problem fuse or electrical circuit.
3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it
is blown. The number of fuses vary
according to the vehicle model. Check
both the passenger and engine com-
partment fuse box covers.4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,
and make sure it fits tightly in the clips.
If it fits loosely, consult an authorized Kia
dealer.
If you do not have a spare, use a fuse of
the same rating from a circuit you may
not need for operating the vehicle, such
as the cigar lighter fuse.
If the headlights or other electrical com-
ponents do not work and the fuses are
OK, check the fuse block in the engine
compartment. If a fuse is blown, it must
be replaced.
Engine compartment
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other
switches off.
2. Remove the fuse box cover by press-
ing the taps on both ends and pulling
up.
3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it
is blown. To remove or insert the fuse,
use the fuse puller in the main fuse
box.
4. Push in a new fuse of the same rating,
and make sure it fits tightly in the clips.
If it fits loosely, consult an Authorized Kia
Dealer.
FUSE
E2BLA604OBL086001
Fuse Box

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In case of an emergency
Main fuse
If the MAIN fuse is blown, it must be
removed as follows:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture
above.
3. Replace the fuse with a new one of the
same rating.
4. Reinstall in the reverse order of
removal.
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NOTICE
If the MAIN fuse is blown, consult an
Authorized Kia Dealer.
If the ALTERNATOR is blown, it must be
removed as follows:
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture
above.
3. Replace the fuse with a new one of the
same rating.
4. Reinstall in the reverse order of
removal.
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NOTICE
If the ALTERNATOR is blown, consult
an Authorized Kia Dealer.
E2BLA606A
CAUTION
After checking the fuse box in the
engine compartment,securely
install the fuse box cover. If not,
electrical failures may occur from
water leaking in.
OBL066001

Fuse/Relay panel description
Inside the fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity.
In case of an emergency
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Driver’s side panel
TPMS
OBL066102N
MAIN 140AMAIN 140A
C/FAN
OBL066905N
Engine compartment
Alternator fuse
OBL066904
OBL066906

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In case of an emergency
Driver side panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
W/SHD* 15A Rear window defroster
TPMS* 10A Tire pressure monitoring system
WIPER(FRT) 20A Front wiper
DRL/OBD-II* 15A Daytime running light
HAZARD 15A Hazard warning light
WIPER(RR) 10A Rear wiper
S/ROOF* 20A Sunroof
O/S MIRROR 10A Outside rearview mirror
RELAY COIL 10A Ignition coil
START 10A Start motor
S/WARMER 20A Seat warmer
ACC 15A Accessory
STOP LAMP 20A Stop light
TCCS 20A TCS, ESC, Immobilizer
ROOM LAMP 10A Room lamp
CIGAR(FRT) 15A Cigar lighter
O/S MIRROR DEF 20A Outside rearview mirror heater
ENGINE 10A Engine control unit
METER 10A Multi-meter
ABS IG 10A ABS
A/BAG 10A Airbag
TURN LAMP 10A Turn signal light
POWER SEAT 30A Power seat
DOOR LOCK 20A Central door lock
SPARE 20A Spare fuse
*: if equipped

In case of an emergency
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Engine compartment
Description Fuse rating Protected component
HORN 15A Horn
AUDIO 30A Audio
MAIN 140A Alternator
ALTERNATOR* 150A Alternator
HEAD (HI) 15A Headlight (high)
HEAD (LO) 15A Headlight (low)
DEF 25A Rear window defroster
MEMORY 10A Cluster, ETACS, A/C, Clock,
Room lamp
F/FOG* 15A Front fog light
IGN 2 30A Ignition
ABS* 40A ABS
F/PUMP* 20A Fuel pump
C/FAN 30A Radiator fan
IGN 1 40A Ignition
EXT AMP 30A Amplifier
ILLUMI 10A Instrument panel illumination
EXT* 15A Taillight, Turn signal light
CENTER P/OUTLET15A Power outlet
BTN 3 40A In panel B+
F/BLW 30A Blower
BTN 1 40A In panel B+
BTN 2 30A In panel B+
P/TRN 10A Power train control system sen-
sors,TCU
*: if equipped
Description Fuse rating Protected component
P/OUTLET 30A Power outlet
P/W LH 25A Power window (left)
P/W RH 25A Power window (right)
INJECTOR* 15A Injector
IG COIL 10A Ignition coil
O2 SNSR 15A O2 sensor
ECU* 15A Engine control unit
SPARE 25A Spare fuse
SPARE 20A Spare fuse
SPARE 15A Spare fuse
SPARE 10A Spare fuse