2023 Kia Forte Fuses and Fuse Box | How to change fuse
Fuse boxes and fuses are essential parts of the 2023 Kia Forte that protect the electrical system of the car. The fuse box, which is usually found under the dashboard or in the engine compartment, contains a variety of fuses with different amperage ratings. These fuses are essential for shielding the electrical systems of the car from possible harm brought on by overloads, short circuits, or other malfunctions. A fuse will blow in a circuit when it encounters too much current, protecting the linked component. The fuse box of the Kia Forte 2023 facilitates the identification and treatment of electrical problems while maintaining the continuous operation of numerous vehicle functions, hence augmenting road safety and dependability.
2023 Kia Forte Specs, Price, Features and Mileage (Brochure)
Fuses
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses.
- Left side:
- Normal, Right side: Blown This vehicle has 2 (or 3) fuse panels, one located in the driver’s side panel bolster, the other in the engine compartment near the battery.
If any of your vehicle’s lights, accessories, or controls do not work, check the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse has blown, the element inside the fuse will melt. If the electrical system does not work, first check the driver’s side fuse panel. If the replacement fuse blows, this indicates an 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, cartridge type, and multi fuse for higher amperage ratings.
Fuse replacement
- 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 to the vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not use a screwdriver or any other metal object to remove fuses because it may cause a short circuit and damage the system.
NOTICE
- When replacing a fuse, Turn the ignition OFF position and turn off switches of all electrical devices then remove battery (-) terminal.
- The actual fuse/relay panel label may differ from the equipped items.
CAUTION
- When replacing a blown fuse or relay, make sure the new fuse or relay fits tightly into the clips. Failure to tightly install the fuse or relay may cause damage to the wiring and electric systems.
- Do not remove fuses, relays and terminals fastened with bolts or nuts. The fuses, relays and terminals may not be fastened correctly which may cause vehicle damage.
CAUTION
- Do not input any other objects except fuses or relays into fuse/relay terminals such as a screwdriver or wiring. It may cause contact failure and system malfunction.
- Do not plug in screwdrivers or aftermarket wiring into the terminal 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 capacity to install trailers etc., the inner junction block can get burned.
CAUTION
Visually inspect the battery cap to ensure it is securely closed. If the battery cap is not securely closed, moisture may enter the system and damage the elec- trical components.
Electrical wiring repairs
All electrical repairs should be performed by authorized Kia dealerships using approved Kia parts. Using other wiring components, especially when ret- rofitting multimedia or theft alarm sys- tem, car phone or radio may cause vehicle damage and increase the risk of a vehicle fire.
Rewiring Prohibited
Do not rewire your vehicle in any way as doing so may affect the performance of several safety features in your vehicle. Rewiring your vehicle may also void your warranty and cause you to be responsi- ble for any subsequent vehicle damage which may result.
Window tinting precaution
Window tint (especially metallic film) might cause communication errors or poor radio reception, and a malfunctioning automatic lighting system due to reflections from the mirror tint inside the vehicle. The tint installation solution used might also leak into the electronic components, causing malfunctions or damage.
Replacing inner panel fuse
- Turn the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position and all other switches off.
- Open the fuse panel cover.
- Pull the suspected fuse straight out. Use the removal tool provided on the engine fuse panel cover.
- Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown. Spare fuses are provided in the engine compartment fuse panel.
- 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 fuse of the same rating from a circuit you may not need for operating the vehicle, such as the power outlet fuse. If the head lamp, turn signal lamp, stop signal lamp, fog lamp, DRL, tail lamp or High Mounted Stop Lamp (HMSL) do not work and the fuses are OK, check the fuse panel in the engine compartment. If a fuse is blown, it must be replaced.
NOTICE
If the headlamp, fog lamp, turn signal lamp, or tail lamp malfunctions even without any problem to the lamps, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer for assistance.
Replacing the engine compartment fuse
- Turn the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position and all other switches off.
- Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover-up.
- Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown. To remove or insert the fuse, use the fuse puller in the engine compartment fuse panel.
- Push in a new fuse of the same rating, and make sure it fits tightly in the clips. If it fits loosely, consult an autho- rized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
Always securely install the fuse panel cover in the engine compartment to protect against electrical failure which may occur from water contact. Listen for the audible clicking sound to ensure fuse panel cover is securely fastened.
Multi fuse
If the multi fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows:
- Turn the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position and all other switches off.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the nuts shown in the picture above.
- Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
- Reverse these steps to reinstall the multi fuse.
NOTICE
Do not disassemble or assemble the multi fuse when it is secured with nuts and bolts. Incorrect or partial assembly torque may cause a fire. Have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Main fuse
If the main fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows:
- Turn the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position and all other switches off.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the nuts shown in the picture above.
- Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
- Reverse these steps to reinstall the multi-fuse.
NOTICE
The electronic system may not function correctly even when the engine com- partment and internal fuse box’s individual fuses are not disconnected. In such case the cause of the problem may be disconnection of the main fuse (BFT type), which is located inside the positive battery terminal (+) cap. Since the main fuse is designed more intricately than other parts, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
NOTICE
Do not disassemble or assemble the multi fuse when it is secured with nuts and bolts. Incorrect or partial assembly torque may cause a fire. Have the vehi- cle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
Battery fuse
If the battery fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows:
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the nuts shown in the picture below.
- Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
- Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.
NOTICE
If the battery fuse is blown, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
Visually inspect the battery cap to ensure it is securely closed. If the battery cap is not securely closed, moisture may enter the system and damage the electrical components.
Fuse/relay panel description
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity.
Driver’s side fuse panel
NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing. When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label on the inside of the fuse cover. This diagram will provide you with the specific information for your vehicles.
Driver’s side fuse panel
Refer to the following table for a description of the fuse.
| Fuse Name | Fuse rat- ing | Circuit Protected |
| MEMORY | 10A | Air Conditioner Control Module, Instrument Cluster |
|
MODULE 1 |
10A |
Key Interlock Switch, Multipurpose Check Connector, Data Link Connector, ICM (Integrated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Outside Mirror Folding/Unfold- ing Relay), Hazard Switch, Driver/Passenger Smart Key Outside Handle, Mood Lamp Control Unit, Mood Lamp |
| TRUNK | 10A | Trunk Relay |
| POWER WIN- DOWRH | 25A | Power Window Right Handle side Relay |
| POWER WIN- DOWLH | 25A | Power Window Left Handle side Relay, Driver Safety Power Window Module |
| POWER SEAT- DRIVER | 25A | Driver Power Switch |
| MODULE 4 | 7.5A | Front View Camera, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Front Radar, Mood Lamp |
| Fuse Name | Fuse rat- ing | Circuit Protected |
| SEAT HEATER- REAR | 15A | Rear Seat Warmer Control Module |
| HEATED MIR- ROR | 10A | Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, Air Conditioner Control Module, ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| SEAT HEATER- FRONT | 20A | Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module |
| AMP | 25A | AMP (Amplifier) |
| MULTI MEDIA | 15A | Audio, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit |
|
MODULE 5 |
10A |
Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, Audio, Air Conditioner Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Mod- ule, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Multipurpose Check Connector |
| DOOR LOCK | 20A | Door Lock/Unlock Relay |
| IBU 1 | 15A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
| BRAKE SWITCH | 10A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Stop Lamp Switch |
| IG 1 | 25A | Engine Room Junction Block (Fuse – ABS, ECU, TCU, SENEOR) |
|
WIPER (LO/HI) |
10A |
Engine Room Junction Block (Front Wiper (Low) Relay), Front Wiper Motor, ECM (Engine Control Module)/PCM (Power train Control Module), IBU (Intergrated Body Control Unit) |
| AIRCONDI- TIONER 1 | 7.5A | Engine Room Junction Block (PTC HEATER Relay), Air Conditioner Control Module |
| AIR BAG 2 | 10A | SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module |
| WASHER | 15A | Multifunction Switch |
| MDPS | 7.5A | MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit |
| MODULE 7 | 7.5A | Rear Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Module, Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, ESG_Unit |
| SUNROOF | 15A | Sunroof Motor |
| CLUSTER | 7.5A | Instrument Cluster |
| MODULE 3 | 7.5A | Sport Mode Switch, Stop Lamp Switch |
|
START |
7.5A |
ICM (Integrated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Burglar Alarm Relay), Transaxle Range Switch, Engine Room Junction Block (PDM 3 (IG1) Relay), IBU (Inte- grated Body Control Unit), ECM (Engine Control Module), PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| IBU 2 | 7.5A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
| AIR BAGINDICA- TOR | 7.5A | Instrument Cluster, Air Conditioner Control Module |
| MODULE 6 | 7.5A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
| Fuse Name | Fuse rat- ing | Circuit Protected |
|
MODULE 2 |
10A |
Audio, Audio/Video & Navigation Head Unit, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Rear USB Charger, Wireless Charger, Power Outside Mirror Switch, Engine Room Junction Block (Power Outlet), AMP |
| AIR BAG 1 | 15A | SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module |
| AIRCONDI- TIONER 2 | 10A | Engine Room Junction Block (BLOWER Relay), Air Conditioner Control Module, Blower Resistor, Blower Motor |
Engine compartment fuse panel
Refer to the following table for a description of the fuse.
| Fuse Name | Fuse rating | Circuit Protected |
| ALTERNATOR | 150/
200A |
Fuse : BURGLAR ALARM, ABS1, ABS2, POWER OUTLET1, Alternator |
| MDPS | 80A | MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit |
| BATTERY 5 | 60A | Fuse : ECU3, A/CON, ECU4, WIPER, HORN, Engine Control Relay |
| BATTERY 2 | 60A | Instrument Panel Junction Block |
| BATTERY 3 | 60A | Instrument Panel Junction Block |
|
BATTERY 4 |
50A |
Instrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse :TRUNK, POWER WINDOW RH, POWER WINDOWLH, POWER SEAT DRIVER, SEAT HEATER FRONT, AMP, SUNROOF1) |
| COOLING FAN 1 | 60A | COOLING FAN 1 Relay |
| REAR HEATED | 40A | REAR HEATED Relay |
| BLOWER | 40A | BLOWER Relay |
| IG1 | 40A | Ignition Switch, PDM 3 (IG1) Relay, PDM 2 (ACC) Relay |
| IG2 | 40A | Ignition Switch, START Relay, PDM 4 (IG2) Relay |
| VACUUM PUMP | 20A | Vacuum pump |
| EPB 1 | 60A | EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) |
| PTC HEATER | 50A | PTC HEATER Relay |
| EPB 2 | 40A | EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) |
| POWEROUT- LET 3 | 20A | Front Power Outlet |
| POWEROUT- LET 2 | 20A | Front Power Outlet |
| TCU 1 | 15A | TCM (Transmission Control Module) |
| FUEL PUMP | 20A | FUEL PUMP Relay |
| COOLING FAN 2 | 30A | COOLING FAN 3 Relay, COOLING FAN 2 Relay |
|
BATTERY 1 |
40A |
Instrument Panel Junction Block (LONG TERM LOAD LATCH RELAY, Fuse : MODULE1,SEAT HEATER REAR, DOOR LOCK, IBU1, BRAKE SWITCH, AIR BAG2) |
| DCT 1 | 40A | TCM (Transmission Control Module) |
| DCT 2 | 40A | TCM (Transmission Control Module) |
| ABS 1 | 40A | ABS (Anti-lock brake system) Control Module, ESC (Electronic Stability Con- trol) Control Module |
| ABS 2 | 30A | ABS (Anti-lock brake system) Control Module, ESC (Electronic Stability Con- trol) Control Module |
| Fuse Name | Fuse rating | Circuit Protected |
| POWEROUT- LET 1 | 40A | POWER OUTLET Relay |
|
SENSOR 2 |
10A |
[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Variable Intake Solenoid Valve, COOLING FAN 3 Relay, COOLING FAN 2 Relay, Oil Control Valve #1/ #2, A/CON Relay, CCV, Air Flow Sensor, OCV #3
[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] Oil Control Valve #1/#2, CCV, Cooling Fan 1 Relay, PCSV, RCV |
| ECU 2 | 10A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module [(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| ECU 1 | 20A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module [(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| INJECTOR | 15A | [(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] INJECTOR #1~#4 |
| SENSOR 1 | 15A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] Oxygen Sensor (UP/Down) [(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Oxygen Sensor (UP/Down) |
| IGNITION COIL | 20A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDI, (Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Ignition Coil #1~#4 |
| ECU 3 | 15A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module) [(Gasoline engine) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| AIRCONDI- TIONER | 10A | Air Conditioner Relay |
| ECU 5 | 10A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module) [(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| SENSOR 4 | 15A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] Electric Vacuum Pump |
| ABS 3 | 10A | ABS (Anti-lock brake system)/ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Control Module, EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) |
|
TCU 2 |
15A |
[(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] Transaxle Range Switch
[(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDI] Transaxle Range Switch, TCM(Transmission Control Module) |
| SENSOR 3 | 10A | FUEL PUMP Relay |
| ECU 4 | 15A | [(Gasoline) 1.6 T-GDi] ECM (Engine Control Module) [(Gasoline) 2.0 MPI] PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| WIPER | 25A | Wiper Relay |
| HORN | 15A | Horn Relay |
Relay
| Relay Name | Type |
| COOLING FAN 3 Relay | MICRO |
| COOLING FAN 2 Relay | MICRO |
| PDM 3 (IG1) Relay | MICRO |
| START Relay | MICRO |
| PDM 4 (IG2) Relay | MICRO |
| FUEL PUMP Relay | MICRO |
| PDM 2 (ACC) Relay | MICRO |
| COOLING FAN 1 Relay | MINI |
| BLOWER Relay | MINI |
| PTC HEATER Relay | MICRO |
| REAR HEATED Relay | MICRO |
| POWER OUTLET Relay | MICRO |
Engine compartment fuse panel (Battery terminal cover)
Battery box fuse panel
NOTICE
Not all fuse panel descriptions in this manual may be applicable to your vehicle. It is accurate at the time of printing. When you inspect the fuse panel in your vehicle, refer to the fuse panel label.
FAQs
The fuse box in the 2023 Kia Forte serves to protect the vehicle’s electrical components from damage caused by electrical overloads or faults.
The fuse box is typically located in the engine compartment or beneath the dashboard on the driver’s side. Refer to your owner’s manual for the precise location.
To access the fuse box, follow the instructions provided in your owner’s manual, as the location may vary depending on the trim and model.
The 2023 Kia Forte may use various fuse sizes, typically ranging from 5 to 30 amps. Check your owner’s manual or the fuse box cover for specific details.
Yes, you can replace fuses on your own. It’s a straightforward DIY task, but it’s important to follow the correct procedures outlined in the owner’s manual.
A blown fuse is often identified by a visible break in the wire or a darkened appearance. You can also use a multimeter to test for continuity.
Fuses can blow due to electrical faults, circuit overloads, or malfunctions in connected components.
If a fuse keeps blowing repeatedly, it’s important to consult your dealership or a qualified technician to diagnose and address the underlying issue causing the repeated fuse failures.
Some vehicles may come with spare fuses included. Refer to your owner’s manual or the fuse box cover to check if your 2023 Kia Forte has spare fuses.
No, it is not recommended to use a higher amp-rated fuse, as it may lead to electrical problems and damage. Always replace with the same amp-rated fuse.
The trip function on a blown fuse resets automatically when you replace the blown fuse with a new one of the correct rating.
When working with fuses, it’s essential to disconnect the vehicle’s battery and adhere to safety guidelines to avoid electrical shocks.
Adding extra fuses is not recommended, as it may overload the electrical system and cause damage.
Fuses protect various components, including headlights, power windows, radio, air conditioning, and more.
To prevent blown fuses, avoid overloading circuits, check for faulty components, and perform regular vehicle maintenance.
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