KIA Sedona Fuses & Electrical System

A KIA Sedona’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses This KIA Sedona has three fuse panels, one located in the driver’s side panel bolster, another in the KIA Sedona cargo area, the other in the KIA Sedona engine compartment near the battery.

 

 If any of your KIA Sedona’s lights, accessories, or controls do not work, check the appropriate KIA Sedona circuit fuse. If a fuse has blown, the element inside the fuse will be melted. If the KIA Sedona electrical system does not work, first check the KIA Sedona driver’s side fuse panel. Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same rating. If the replacement fuse blows, this indicates an KIA Sedona 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 ratings. WARNING - Fuse replacement Never replace a fuse with anything but another fuse of the same rating. A higher capacity fuse could cause damage possibly a fire. Never install a wire or aluminum foil instead of the proper fuse - even as a temporary repair. It may cause extensive wiring damage and a possible fire. CAUTION Do not use a screwdriver or any other metal object to remove KIA Sedona fuses because it may cause a short circuit and damage the KIA Sedona system. Engine compartment

1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off. 2. Remove the fuse box cover by pressing the tap 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 in the engine compartment. 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. After checking the KIA Sedona fuse box in the KIA Sedona engine compartment, securely install the fuse box cover. If not, KIA Sedona electrical failures may occur from water leaking in. Inner panel 1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off. 2. Open the KIA Sedona fuse panel cover. 3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out. Use the removal tool provided on the main KIA Sedona fuse box in the KIA Sedona engine compartment. 4. Check the removed KIA Sedona fuse; replace it if it is blown. Spare fuses are provided in the main fuse box in the engine compartment. 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 KIA Sedona fuse of the same rating from a circuit you may not need for operating the KIA Sedona, such as the KIA Sedona cigar lighter fuse. If the headlights or other electrical components do not work and the fuses are OK, check the fuse block in the engine compartment. If a KIA Sedona fuse is blown, it must be replaced. KIA Sedona Main fuse If the KIA Sedona main fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows: 1. Disconnect the KIA Sedona negative battery cable. 2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture above. 3. Replace the KIA Sedona fuse with a new one of the same rating. 4. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal. NOTICE If the KIA Sedona main fuse is blown, consult an Authorized Kia Dealer. Fuse/Relay panel description Inside the KIA Sedona fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity. KIA Sedona Shunt connector Your KIA Sedona is equipped with a shunt connector to prevent battery discharge if your KIA Sedona is parked without being operated for prolonged periods. Use the following procedures before parking the KIA Sedona for prolonged periods. 1. Turn off the KIA Sedona engine. 2. Turn off the KIA Sedona headlights and tail lights. 3. Open the KIA Sedona driver’s side panel cover and pull up the KIA Sedona shunt connector. ✽ NOTICE If the shunt connector is pulled up from the KIA Sedona fuse panel, the warning chime, audio, clock and interior lamps, etc., will not operate. Some items must be rest after replacement. Even though the KIA Sedona shunt connector is pulled up, the KIA Sedona battery can still be discharged by operation of the headlights or other KIA Sedona electrical devices




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