Light bulbs
Bulb replacement precaution
Please keep extra bulbs on hand with appropriate wattage ratings in case of emergencies.
Refer to the "Bulb Wattage" section in Chapter 8.
When changing lamps, first turn off the engine at a safe place, firmly apply the parking brake and detach the battery’s negative (-) terminal.
WARNING - Working on the lights
Prior to working on the light, firmly apply the parking brake, ensure that the ignition switch is turned to the LOCK position and turn off the lights to avoid sudden movement of the vehicle, burns to your skin for fingers, or an electric shock.
CAUTION - Light replacement
Be sure to replace the burnedout bulb with one of the same wattage rating. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the fuse or electric wiring system.
CAUTION - Headlamp Lens
To prevent damage, do not clean the headlamp lens with chemical solvents or strong detergents.
• Lamp part malfunction due to net-work failure
The headlamp, taillight, and fog light may light up when the head lamp switch is turned ON, and not light up when the taillight or for light switch is turned ON. This may be cause by network failure or vehicle electrical control system malfunction. If there is a problem, we recommend the system be serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.
• Lamp part malfunction due to electrical control system stabilization
A normally functioning lamp may flicker momentarily. This momentary occurrence is due to the stabilization function of the vehicle's electrical control system. If the lamp stops flickering after a few moments, the vehicle does not require service.
However, if the lamp goes out after the momentary flickering, or the flickering continues, we recommend the system be serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.
✽ NOTICE
- If the light bulb or lamp connector is removed while the lamp is still on, the fuse box's electronic system may log it as a malfunction. Therefore, a lamp malfunction incident may be recorded as a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) in the fuse box.
- It is normal for an operating lamp to flicker momentarily. This is due to a stabilization function of the vehicle’s electronic control device. If the lamp lights up normally after momentarily blinking, then it is functioning as normal. However, if the lamp continues to flicker several times or turns off completely, there may be an error in the vehicle’s electronic control device. Please have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer immediately.
✽ NOTICE
We recommend that the headlight aiming be adjusted after an accident or after the headlight assembly is reinstalled at an authorized Kia dealer.
✽ NOTICE
After driving in heavy rain or washing the vehicle, headlamp and taillight lenses could appear frosty. This condition is caused by the temperature difference between the lamp inside and outside. This is similar to the condensation on your windows inside your vehicle during the rain and doesn’t indicate a problem with your vehicle. If the water leaks into the lamp bulb circuitry, we recommend that you have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
If you don’t have the necessary tools, the correct bulbs and the expertise, consult an authorized Kia dealer. In many cases, it is difficult to replace vehicle light bulbs because other parts of the vehicle must be removed before you can get to the bulb. This is especially true if you have to remove the headlamp assembly to get to the bulb(s).
Removing/installing the headlamp assembly can result in damage to the vehicle.
If non-genuine parts or substandard bulbs are used, it may lead to blowing a fuse or other wiring damages.
Do not install extra lamps or LEDs to the vehicle. If additional lights are installed, it may lead to lamp malfunctions and flickering. Additionally, the fuse box and other wiring may be damaged.
Light bulb position (Front)
■ Head lamp - Type A
■ Head lamp - Type B
■ Head lamp – Type C
■ Front turn signal lamp
■ Fog lamp
■ Day time running lamp
(1) Headlamp (Low) (Bulb type)
(2) Headlamp (High) (Bulb type)
(3) Side marker (Bulb type)
(4) Day time running lamp / Position lamp (LED type)
(5) Headlamp (Low/High) (LED type)
(6) Side marker (LED type)
(7) Front turn signal lamp (Bulb type)
(8) Front fog lamp (Bulb type)
(9) Day time running lamp (Bulb type)
Light bulb position (Rear)
■ Rear combination lamp - Type A
■ Rear combination lamp - Type B
(1) Stop and tail lamp (Bulb type)
(2) Tail lamp (Bulb type)
(3) Side marker (Bulb type)
(4) Stop lamp (LED type)
(5,6) Tail lamp (LED type)
(7) Side marker (LED type)
■ Rear turn signal lamp / Back up lamp
■ License plate lamp
(8) Rear turn signal lamp (Bulb type)
(9) Back Up lamp (Bulb type)
(10) License plate lamp (Bulb type)
■ High mounted stop lamp
(11) High mounted stop lamp (Bulb or LED type)
Light bulb position (Side)
■ Type A
■ Type B
(1) Side repeater lamp (LED type)
(2) Side repeater lamp (bulb type)
Headlamp (Low beam) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A,B)
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the headlamp bulb socket-connector.
4. Remove the bulb-socket from the headlamp assembly by turning the bulb-socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb-socket align with the slots on the headlamp assembly.
5. Install a new bulb-socket assembly in the headlamp assembly by aligning the tabs on the bulb-socket with the slots in the headlamp assembly. Push the bulb-socket into the headlamp assembly and turn the bulb-socket clockwise.
6. Connect the headlamp bulb socket- connector.
7. Install the headlamp bulb cover by turning it clockwise.
Headlamp bulb
WARNING - Halogen bulbs
- Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas that will produce flying pieces of glass if broken.
- Always handle them carefully, and avoid scratches and abrasions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liquids. Never touch the glass with bare hands. Residual oil may cause the bulb to overheat and burst when lit. A bulb should be operated only when installed in a headlight.
- If a bulb becomes damaged or cracked, replace it immediately and carefully dispose of it.
- Wear eye protection when changing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool down before handling it.
Headlamp (High beam) bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A,B)
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by turning it counterclockwise.
3. Remove the bulb-socket from the headlamp assembly by turning the bulb-socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb-socket align with the slots on the headlamp assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket by pulling it out.
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the bulb-socket.
6. Install the bulb-socket in the headlamp assembly by aligning the tabs on the bulb-socket with the slots in the headlamp assembly. Push the bulb-socket into the headlamp assembly and turn the bulb-socket clockwise.
7. Install the headlamp bulb cover by turning it clockwise.
Headlamp bulb
WARNING - Halogen bulbs
- Halogen bulbs contain pressurized gas that will produce flying pieces of glass if broken.
- Always handle them carefully, and avoid scratches and abrasions. If the bulbs are lit, avoid contact with liquids. Never touch the glass with bare hands. Residual oil may cause the bulb to overheat and burst when lit. A bulb should be operated only when installed in a headlight.
- If a bulb becomes damaged or cracked, replace it immediately and carefully dispose of it.
- Wear eye protection when changing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool down before handling it.
Side marker bulb replacement (Headlamp Type A,B)
1. Open the hood.
2. Remove the bulb-socket from the headlamp assembly by turning the bulb-socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb-socket align with the slots on the headlamp assembly.
3. Remove the bulb from the bulbsocket by pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the bulb-socket.
5. Install the bulb-socket in the head lamp assembly by aligning the tabs on the bulb-socket with the slots in the headlamp assembly. Push the bulb-socket into the headlamp assembly and turn the bulb-socket clockwise.
Position lamp / Day time running lamp (LED type) replacement (Headlamp Type B)
If the position lamp + DRL (LED) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the position lamp + DRL (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
Headlamp (LED type) replacement (Headlamp Type C)
If the Low/High beam lamp(1), Day time running lamp/Position lamp(2), side marker(3) do not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the head lamp (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement, Front fog lamp bulb replacement
Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement
If the front turn signal lamp (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Front fog lamp bulb replacement
If the front fog lamp (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer
Day time running lamp (Bulb type), Side repeater lamp (LED type) bulb replacement
Day time running lamp (Bulb type) replacement
If the Day time running lamp (DRL) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Side repeater lamp (LED type) bulb replacement
If the side repeater lamp (LED) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the side repeater lamp (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
Side repeater lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement
1. Remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle by prying the lens and pulling the assembly out.
2. Disconnect the bulb electrical connector.
3. Separate the socket and the lens parts by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the lens part.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
5. Insert a new bulb in the socket.
6. Reassemble the socket and the lens part.
7. Connect the bulb electrical connector.
8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the body of the vehicle.
Stop and tail lamp/side marker (Bulb type) bulb replacement (Rear combination lamp Type A)
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Open the service cover.
3. Remove the nuts from the vehicle.
4. Remove the rear combination lamp assembly from the body of the vehicle.
5. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
6. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
7. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it locks into place.
8. Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
9. Install the rear combination lamp assembly to the body of the vehicle.
10. Install the service cover.
Tail lamp (inside) (Bulb type) bulb replacement (Rear combination lamp Type A)
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Loosen the retaining screw of the trunk lid cover. Remove the trim mounting clip and take off the cover.
3. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it locks into place.
6. Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
7. Install the trunk lid cover.
Stop and tail lamp (LED type) bulb replacement (Rear combination lamp Type B)
If the stop and tail lamp (LED) (1,2,3) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the stop and tail lamp (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
Side marker (LED type) bulb replacement (Rear combination lamp Type B)
If the side marker (LED) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the side marker (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
Rear turn signal, Back up lamp bulb replacement
Rear turn signal lamp bulb replacement
If the rear turn signal lamp (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Back up lamp bulb replacement
If the back up lamp (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
High mounted stop lamp (LED type) bulb replacement
If the high mounted stop lamp (LED) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the high mounted stop lamp (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
High mounted stop lamp (bulb type) bulb replacement
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
3. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it locks into place.
5. Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
License plate lamp bulb replacement
1. Remove the lamp assembly by using a flat-blade screwdriver.
2. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
3. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket by pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the bulb-socket.
5. Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket clockwise.
6. Install the lamp assembly to the body of the vehicle.
Map lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement
WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior lamps, ensure that the “OFF” button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock.
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens cover from lamp housing.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the lamp housing notches and snap the lens into place.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or damage the lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.
Map lamp (LED type) bulb replacement
If the map lamp (LED) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the map lamp (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
Room lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement
WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior lamps, ensure that the “OFF” button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock.
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens cover from lamp housing.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the lamp housing notches and snap the lens into place.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or damage the lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.
Room lamp (LED type), Vanity mirror lamp bulb replacement
Room lamp (LED type) bulb replacement
If the room lamp (LED) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced as a single component because it is an integrated unit. The LED lamp has to be replaced with the unit.
A skilled technician should check or repair the room lamp (LED), for it may damage related parts of the vehicle.
Vanity mirror lamp bulb replacement
WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior lamps, ensure that the “OFF” button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock.
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lamp assembly from interior.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or damage the lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.
Glove box lamp replacement
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lamp assembly from interior.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or damage the lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.
Trunk room lamp replacement
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the lamp assembly by using a flat-blade screwdriver.
3. Remove the cover from the lamp assembly.
4. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.
5. Install a new bulb in the socket.
6. Install the cover to the lamp assembly.
7. Install the lamp assembly to the body of the vehicle.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or damage the lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.