2015 KIA Sorento fuse

Features of your vehicle86
4Turn on "FUSE SWITCH"
(if equipped) This warning message illuminates if the fuse switch on the fuse box is
OFF.
 It means that you should turn the fuse switch on.
For more details, refer to “Fuses” in
chapter 7.
OXM043099E
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 4a(~158).QXP 1/23/2013 3:50 PM Page 86

Driving your vehicle12
5✽
✽

NOTICE• If the battery is weak or the smart
key does not work correctly, you
can start the engine by pressing
the engine start/stop button with
the smart key.
The side with the lock button
should contact the engine
start/stop button directly.
When you press the engine
start/stop button directly with the
smart key, the smart key should
contact the button at a right angle. (Continued)(Continued)
• When the stop lamp fuse is blown,
you can't start the engine normal-
ly. Replace the fuse with a new
one. If it is not possible, you can
start the engine by pressing the
ENGINE START/STOP button
for 10 seconds while it is in the
ACC position. The engine can
start without depressing the brake
pedal. But for your safety always
depress the brake pedal before
starting the engine.
CAUTION
Do not press the ENGINE
START/ STOP button for morethan 10 seconds except whenthe stop lamp fuse is blown.
OXM053002
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 5.QXP 1/23/2013 3:29 PM Page 12

Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
7-64• Fuse/relay panel description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-68Appearance care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-74• Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-74
• Interior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-79Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-81
7
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 7.QXP 1/23/2013 3:35 PM Page 2

73
Maintenance
ENGINE COMPARTMENT
OXMA072001
* The actual engine room in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Fuse box
6. Positive battery terminal
7. Negative battery terminal
8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
9. Radiator cap
10. Engine oil dipstick
* : if equipped
■
■2.4L GDI
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 7.QXP 1/23/2013 3:35 PM Page 3

Maintenance47
OXMA073001
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Air cleaner
5. Fuse box
6. Negative battery terminal
7. Positive battery terminal
8. Radiator cap
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
* if equipped
■ ■3.3L GDI* The actual engine compartment in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 7.QXP 1/23/2013 3:35 PM Page 4

Maintenance64
7FUSES
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses.
This vehicle has 2 (or 3) fuse panels,
one located in the driver’s side panel
bolster, the other in the engine com-
partment 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 melt.
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
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid
using the system involved and imme-
diately consult an authorized Kia
dealer.Three kinds of fuses are used: blade
type for lower amperage rating, car-tridge type, and multi fuse for higheramperage ratings.
✽ ✽ NOTICEThe actual fuse/relay panel label
may differ from equipped items.
WARNING
- Fuse
replacement
 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 or alu- minum foil instead of the
proper fuse - even as a tem-
porary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
a possible fire.
CAUTION
Do not use a screwdriver or anyother metal object to removefuses because it may cause ashort circuit and damage thesystem.
OLM079051N
Normal
Normal
■
Blade type
■ Cartridge type
■ Multi fuse Blown
Blown
Normal Blown
Normal Blown
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 7.QXP 1/23/2013 3:37 PM Page 64

765
Maintenance
Inner panel fuse replacement1. Turn the ignition switch and allother switches off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover. 3. Pull the suspected fuse straight
out. Use the removal tool provided
on the engine compartment fuse
panel cover.
4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown.
Spare fuses are provided in theengine compartment fuse panel.5. 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 circuityou may not need for operating thevehicle, such as the power outletfuse.If the headlights or other electrical
components do not work and the
fuses are OK, check the fuse panel
in the engine compartment. If a fuse
is blown, it must be replaced.
OXM073020
ODM072018
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 7.QXP 1/23/2013 3:37 PM Page 65

Maintenance66
7Fuse switchAlways, put the fuse switch at the ON
position.
If you move the switch to the OFF
position, some items such as audio
and digital clock must be reset and
transmitter (or smart key) may not
work properly.
Engine compartment fuse
replacement1. Turn the ignition switch and all
other switches off.
2. Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the
cover up. 3. Check the removed fuse; replace it
if it is blown. To remove or insert
the fuse, use the fuse puller in the
engine compartment fuse panel.
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.
OXM073022
CAUTION
Always place the fuse switch inthe ON position while drivingthe vehicle.
CAUTION
After checking the fuse panel inthe engine compartment,securely install the fuse panelcover. If not, electrical failuresmay occur from water contact.
OXMA073023
XM(FL) CAN(ENG) 7.QXP 1/23/2013 3:37 PM Page 66