Kia Forte: Lighting System / Rheostat

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Service Manual / Body Electrical System / Lighting System / Rheostat

Schematic diagrams
Connector and Terminal Function

Repair procedures
Removal
1.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.

Remove the crash pad lower panel.

(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")

3.

Remove the side crash pad switch panel (A) after loosening the screws.

4.

Disconnect the side crash pad switch connector (A).

5.

Remove the side crash pad switch (A) after opening the holder in the direction arrow.

Installation
1.

Install in the reverse order of removal.

Inspection
1.

Check for continuity of new rheostat switch. If the light intensity of the lamps changes smoothly without any flickering when the rheostat is turned, it can be assumed that the rheostat is normal.

Luggage Room Lamp
Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the luggage room lamp (A) by using a screwdriver or remover. ...

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