2012 KIA Sorento Owner's Manual

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Description Fuse ratingProtected component
B/A HORN 10A Burglar Alarm Horn Relay
A/CON REAR 20A ICM Relay Box (Rear A/C Relay)
P/WDW LH 25ADriver Power Window Relay, Power Window Main Switch, Rear Power Window Switch LH, Driver Safety
Power Window Module
P/WDW RH 25APassenger Power Window Relay, Power Window Main Switch
Passenger Power Window Switch, Rear Power Window Switch RH
MODULE 15A Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, RF Receiver, IPM (BCM B+), Rear Monitor
ROOM LP 10AInstrument Cluster (IND.), Digital Clock, Front A/C Control Module Data Link Connector, Door Warning
Switch, Personal Room Lamp Room Lamp Auto Cut Relay, Overhead Console (MAP Lamp) Room
Lamp, Cargo Lamp, Driver/Passenger Vanity Lamp Electro Chromic Mirror
DOOR LP 10A Driver/Passenger Door Scuff Lamp, DVD Player Can
DR LOCK 20ADoor Lock/Unlock Relay, ICM Relay Box (Two Turn Unlock Relay)
Driver/Passenger Door Lock Actuator, Rear Door Lock Actuator LH/RH
PDM 20A PDM
SUNROOF 20A Sunroof Motor
SMART KEY 10A PDM, Smart Key Control Module, Start Stop Button Switch, FOB Holder, Key Solenoid
S/HTR FRT 20A ICM Relay Box (Front Seat Warmer Relay)
P/SEAT DRV 30A Driver Power Seat Switch, Driver Lumbar Support Switch
P/SEAT PASS 20A Passenger Power Seat Switch
HTD STRG 15A Steering wheel heater
4WD 10A 4WD ECM, Sport Mode Switch
HAZARD 15A IPM (Flasher Unit)
F/LID 15A Tail Gate Relay, Tail Gate Actuator, Fuel Filler Door Switch
MODULE4 10A TPMS, O/S Mirror Switch, Power Window Switch
HTD MIRR 10A Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, Front A/C Control Module
POWER CONNECTOR FUSE - MODULE, ROOM LP, DOOR LP
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7Engine compartment fuse panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
ALT175A Alternator
MULTI FUSE I/P B+2
60A IPM (Fuse - S/HTR FRT, P/SEAT, Power Connector - MODULE, ROOM LP DOOR LP)
BLOWER 40A Blower Relay
RR HTD 40A Rear Defogger Relay
ABS 1 40A ESC Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector
ABS 2 40A ESC Control Module, Multipurpo se Check Connector
I/P B+3 60A IPM (Fuse - HAZARD, TPMS, F/LID)
I/P B+1 60A IPM (Fuse - DR LOCK, SUNROOF, 4WD, PDM, SMART KEY)
FUSE IGN 2
40A Start Relay, W/O Smart Key - Ignition Switch, With Smart Key - PDM Relay Box (IGN2 Relay)
TRAILER 30A Trailer Power Outlet
IGN 1 30A W/O Smart Key - Ignition Switch, With Smart Key - PDM Relay Box (IGN1 Relay)
HORN 15A Horn Relay
STOP LP 15A Stop Lamp Switch, ICM Relay Box (DBC Relay)
B+ SENSOR 15A Battery Sensor
DEICER 15A Front Wiper Deicer Relay
C/FAN 50A Cooling Fan Relay Low/High
I/P B+4 50A IPM (Fuse - P/WDW LH, P/WDW RH, B/A HORN, A/CON REAR, AMP)
ECU 2 7.5A Sub Start Relay, PCM, Transaxle Range Switch, Alternator (G6DC)
ABS 7.5A ESC Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector, Stop Lamp Switch (G4KE)
B/UP LP 7.5A Back-Up Lamp Relay (A/T), Back-Up Lamp Switch (M/T)
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Description Fuse ratingProtected component
EMS
BOX ECU 30A Engine Control Relay
ECU 3
20AG4KE - Ignition Coil #1/2/3/4, Condenser
G6DC - Ignition Coil #1/2/3/4/5/6, Condenser #1/2
SENSOR 1 10AG4KE - Variable Intake Manifold Valve, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Immobilizer Module, Camshaft
Position Sensor #1/2, Oil Control Valve #1/2, Canister Purge Control Solenoid Valve,
Canister Close Valve, Cooling Fan (Low) Relay
G6DC - Variable Intake Manifold Valve #1/2, Immobilizer Module, Canister Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Oil Control Valve #1/2 (Exhaust), Oil Control Valve #1/2 (Intake), Canister Close
Valve
SENSOR 2 10A G6DC - Cooling Fan (Low) Relay, Stop Lamp Switch
SENSOR 3 10AG4KE - Injector #1/2/3/4, A/C Relay
G6DC - PCM, Injector #1/2/3/4/5/6, A/C Relay
SENSOR 4 15AG4KE - Oxygen Sensor Up/Down, Fuel Pump Relay
G6DC - PCM, Oxygen Sensor #1/2/3/4, Fuel Pump Relay, Variable Charge Motion Actuator
ECU 1 15A PCM
A/CON 10A A/C Relay
F/PUMP 15A Fuel Pump Relay
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7APPEARANCE CAREExterior careG230101AUNExterior general caution It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning and
caution statements that appear on the
label.
G230102BUNFinish maintenanceWashing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish from
rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly
and frequently at least once a month with
lukewarm or cold water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road driv-
ing, you should wash it after each off-
road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are kept
clear and clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your vehicle’s finish if not
removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.
CAUTION
 Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents or hot water, and donot wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or when the body of thevehicle is warm.
 Be careful when washing the side windows of your vehicle.Especailly, with high-pressurewater. Water may leak through the windows and wet the interior.
 To prevent damage to the plastic parts and lamps, do not cleanwith chemical solvents or strongdetergents.
WARNING -
Wet brakes
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.
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Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no
longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing. Use a good quality liquid or
paste wax, and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. Wax all metal trim to protect
it and to maintain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar materials
with a spot remover will usually strip the
wax from the finish. Be sure to re-wax
these areas even if the rest of the vehicle
does not yet need waxing.
G230103AUNFinish damage repair Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust
and may develop into a major repair
expense.✽ ✽NOTICEIf your vehicle is damaged and requires
any metal repair or replacement, be sure
the body shop applies anti-corrosion
materials to the parts repaired or
replaced. G230104AUNBright-metal maintenance To remove road tar and insects, use a
tar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.
 To protect the surfaces of bright-metal parts from corrosion, apply a coating of
wax or chrome preservative and rub to
a high luster.
 During winter weather or in coastal areas, cover the bright metal parts with
a heavier coating of wax or preserva-
tive. If necessary, coat the parts with
non-corrosive petroleum jelly or other
protective compound.
CAUTION
 Water washing in the engine com- partment including high pressurewater washing may cause the fail- ure of electrical circuits located inthe engine compartment.
 Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electri-cal/electronic components inside the vehicle as this may damagethem.
CAUTION
 Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a dry cloth will scratch thefinish.
 Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, acid detergents orstrong detergents containing high alkaline or caustic agents onchrome-plated or anodized alu- minum parts. This may result indamage to the protective coating and cause discoloration or paintdeterioration.
OJB037800
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7G230105ASAUnderbody maintenanceCorrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may col-
lect on the underbody. If these materials
are not removed, accelerated rusting can
occur on underbody parts such as the
fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust
system, even though they have been
treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month, after off-road
driving and at the end of each winter. Pay
special attention to these areas because
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It
will do more harm than good to wet down
the road grime without removing it. The
lower edges of the doors, rocker panels,
and frame members have drain holes
that should not be allowed to clog with
dirt; trapped water in these areas can
cause rusting.
G230106AAMAluminum wheel maintenance The aluminum wheels are coated with a
clear protective finish.
 Do not use any abrasive cleaner, pol-
ishing compound, solvent, or wire
brushes on aluminum wheels. They
may scratch or damage the finish.
 Use only mild soap or neutral deter- gent, and rinse thoroughly with water.
Also, be sure to clean the wheels after
driving on salted roads. This helps pre-
vent corrosion.
 Avoid washing the wheels with high- speed car wash brushes.
 Do not use any cleaners containing acid or acid detergents. It may damage
and corrode the aluminum wheels
coated with a clear protective finish.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.
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G230107AHMCorrosion protectionProtecting your vehicle from corrosion
By using the most advanced design and
construction practices to combat corro-
sion, we produce vehicles of the highest
quality. However, this is only part of the
job. To achieve the long-term corrosion
resistance your vehicle can deliver, the
owner's cooperation and assistance is
also required.
Common causes of corrosion
The most common causes of corrosion
on your vehicle are:
 Road salt, dirt and moisture that isallowed to accumulate underneath the
vehicle.
 Removal of paint or protective coatings by stones, gravel, abrasion or minor
scrapes and dents which leave unpro-
tected metal exposed to corrosion. High-corrosion areas
If you live in an area where your vehicle
is regularly exposed to corrosive materi-
als, corrosion protection is particularly
important. Some of the common causes
of accelerated corrosion are road salts,
dust control chemicals, ocean air and
industrial pollution.
Moisture breeds corrosion
Moisture creates the conditions in which
corrosion is most likely to occur. For
example, corrosion is accelerated by
high humidity, particularly when tempera-
tures are just above freezing. In such
conditions, the corrosive material is kept
in contact with the vehicle’s surface by
moisture that evaporate slowly.
Mud is particularly corrosive because it
dries slowly and holds moisture in con-
tact with the vehicle. Although the mud
appears to be dry, it can still retain the
moisture and promote corrosion.
High temperatures can also accelerate
corrosion of parts that are not properly
ventilated so the moisture can be dis-
persed. For all these reasons, it is partic-
ularly important to keep your vehicle
clean and free of mud or accumulations
of other materials. This applies not only
to the visible surfaces but particularly to
the underside of the vehicle.
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7To help prevent corrosion
You can help prevent corrosion from get-
ting started by observing the following:
Keep your vehicle clean
The best way to prevent corrosion is to
keep your vehicle clean and free of cor-
rosive materials. Attention to the under-
side of the vehicle is particularly impor-
tant.
 If you live in a high-corrosion area —
where road salts are used, near the
ocean, areas with industrial pollution,
acid rain, etc.—, you should take extra
care to prevent corrosion. In winter,
hose off the underside of your vehicle
at least once a month and be sure to
clean the underside thoroughly when
winter is over.  When cleaning underneath the vehicle,
give particular attention to the compo-
nents under the fenders and other
areas that are hidden from view. Do a
thorough job; just dampening the accu-
mulated mud rather than washing it
away will accelerate corrosion rather
than prevent it. Water under high pres-
sure and steam are particularly effec-
tive in removing accumulated mud and
corrosive materials.
 When cleaning lower door panels, rocker panels and frame members, be
sure that drain holes are kept open so
that moisture can escape and not be
trapped inside to accelerate corrosion.
Keep your garage dry
Don't park your vehicle in a damp, poorly
ventilated garage. This creates a favor-
able environment for corrosion. This is
particularly true if you wash your vehicle
in the garage or drive it into the garage
when it is still wet or covered with snow,
ice or mud. Even a heated garage can
contribute to corrosion unless it is well
ventilated so moisture is dispersed. Keep paint and trim in good condition
Scratches or chips in the finish should be
covered with "touch-up" paint as soon as
possible to reduce the possibility of cor-
rosion. If bare metal is showing through,
the attention of a qualified body and paint
shop is recommended.
Bird droppings : Bird droppings are high-
ly corrosive and may damage painted
surfaces in just a few hours. Always
remove bird droppings as soon as possi-
ble.
Don't neglect the interior
Moisture can collect under the floor mats
and carpeting and cause corrosion.
Check under the mats periodically to be
sure the carpeting is dry. Use particular
care if you carry fertilizers, cleaning
materials or chemicals in the vehicle.
These should be carried only in proper
containers and any spills or leaks should
be cleaned up, flushed with clean water
and thoroughly dried.
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