Kia Soul 2020 Owner's Manual page 463

Maintenance
NOTICE
• When replacing a fuse, Turn igni -
tion to the OFF position and turn
off switches of all electrical
devices then remove battery (-)
terminal.
• The actual fuse/relay panel label
may differ from equipped items.
WARNING
Electrical Fire
Always ensure replacements fuses
and relays are securely fastened
when installed. Failure to do so can
result in a vehicle fire.
Do not remove fuses, relays and
terminals fastened with bolts or
nuts. The fuses, relays and termi -
nals may be fastened incompletely,
and it may cause a possible fire. If
fuses, relays and terminals fastened
with bolts or nuts are blown, we
recommend that you consult with
an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
When replacing a blown fuse or
relay, make sure the new fuse or
relay fits tightly into the clips. Fail -
ure to tightly install the fuse or
relay may cause damage to the wir -
ing and electric systems.
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CAUTION
• Do not input any other objects
except fuses or relays into fuse/
relay terminals such as a screw -
driver or wiring. It may cause con -
tact failure and system
malfunction.
• Do not plug in screwdrivers or
aftermarket wiring into the ter -
minal originally designed for fuse
and relays only. The electrical
system and wiring of the vehicle
interior may be damaged or
burned due to contact failure.
• If you directly connect the wire on
the taillight or replace the bulb
which is over the regulated capac -
ity to install trailers etc., the inner
junction block can get burned.
WARNING
Electrical wiring repairs
All electrical repairs should be per -
formed by authorized Kia dealer -
ships using approved Kia parts.
Using other wiring components,
especially when retrofitting multi -
media or theft alarm system, car
phone or radio may cause vehicle
damage and increase the risk of a
vehicle fire.
Fuses