Maintenance
◦ Watch the battery during charging, and stop or reduce the charging rate if the
battery cells begin gassing (boiling) violently or if the temperature of the elec
trolyte of any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).
◦ Wear eye protection when checking the battery during charging.
◦ Disconnect the battery charger in the following order.
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.
• Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery, turn off all accessories
and stop the vehicle.
• The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last when the bat
tery is disconnected.
• We recommend that you use batteries for replacement from an authorised Kia deal
er/service partner.
• Never replace a fuse with anything but another fuse of the same rating.
• A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a fire.
• Never install a wire or aluminium foil instead of the proper fuse even as a temporary
repair. It may cause extensive wiring damage and a possible fire.
• Do not arbitrarily modify or add-on electric wiring of the vehicle.
• Prior to working on the light, firmly apply the parking brake, press the EV button to
the OFF position and turn off the lights to avoid sudden movement of the vehicle
and burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock.
• Be sure to replace the burned out bulb with one of the same wattage rating. Other
wise, it may cause extensive wiring damage and possible fire.
◦ Be aware the bulbs may be hot and may burn your fingers.
CAUTION
• Do not use petrol, kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
• Do not attempt to move the wipers manually.
• The use of a non-specified wiper blade could result in wiper malfunction and failure.
• Do not allow the wiper arm to fall against the windscreen, since it may chip or crack
the windscreen.
• If the wiper arm receives too much force whilst pulling the blade, the centre part
may be damaged.
• If you connect unauthorised electronic devices to the battery, the battery may be
discharged. Never use unauthorised devices.
• When replacing a blown fuse or relay with a new one, make sure the new fuse or re
lay fits tightly into the clips. The incomplete fastening fuse or relay may cause the
vehicle wiring and electric systems damage and a possible fire.
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