2023 Kia Seltos Fuses and Fuse Box | How to fix a blown fuse
A vital electrical component included in the 2023 Kia Seltos is the fuse box, which holds a variety of fuses intended to protect and control the car’s electrical systems. The fuse box, which is usually found inside the interior cabin or engine compartment, is essential for safeguarding delicate electronics since it cuts the electrical circuit when an excessive amount of current flows, preventing damage and lowering the possibility of electrical fires. Every fuse is labelled with its individual function and amperage rating, making it simple to identify and replace in the event that an electrical system malfunctions. In order to maintain the smooth operation of numerous car functions, such as lights, power windows, audio systems, and more, it is imperative to routinely check for and replace blown fuses. This will ultimately improve the safety and general performance of the vehicle. For exact information on fuse box locations and specific fuse functions for the 2023 Kia Seltos, consult the owner’s manual or get advice from a trained technician.
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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, and 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 ratings, cartridge type, and multi fuse for higher amperage rating.
WARNING
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 electric wiring to the vehicle.
NOTICE
- When replacing a fuse, turn the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position and turn off the switches of all electrical devices, then remove the battery (-) terminal.
- The actual fuse/relay panel label may differ from the equipped items.
WARNING
- Electrical Fire
Always ensure replacement 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 terminals may be fastened incompletely, and it may cause a possible fire. If fuses, relays and terminals fastened with bolts or nuts are blown, 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. Failure to tightly install the fuse or relay may cause damage to the wiring and electric systems.
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 dam- aged 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.
WARNING
Electrical wiring repairs
All electrical repairs should be performed by authorized Kia dealerships using approved Kia parts. Using other wiring components, especially when retrofitting multimedia or theft alarm system, car phone or radio may cause vehicle damage and increase the risk of a vehicle fire.
NOTICE
Remodeling 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 responsible for any subsequent vehicle damage, which may result.
Replacing the 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 headlamp, turn signal lamp, stop signal lamp, fog lamp, DRL, tail lamp, and 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 authorized Kia dealer.
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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 the 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 nor 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 compartment and internal fuse box’s individual fuses are not disconnected. In such cases, the cause of the problem may be the 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 nor 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.
Refer to the following table for a description of the fuse.
| Fuse Name | Fuse rating | Circuit Protected |
| P/SEAT (PASS) | 30 A | Passenger Seat Manual Switch |
| P/SEAT (DRV) | 30 A | Driver Seat Manual Switch |
| AMP | 25 A | Low DC-DC Converter (AMP (Amplifier)) |
| P/WDW RH | 25 A | Power Window RH Relay |
| P/WDW LH | 25 A | Power Window LH Relay, Driver Safety Power Window Module |
| WIPER RR | 15 A | Rear Wiper Motor, ICM (Integrated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Rear Wiper Relay) |
| S/HEATER FRT | 20 A | Front Air Ventilation Seat Module, Front Seat Warmer Module |
| SUNROOF | 20 A | Sunroof Unit |
| TAIL GATE OPEN | 10 A | Tail Gate Relay |
| S/HEATER RR | 15 A | Rear Seat Warmer Module |
| MODULE 1 | 7.5 A | Hazard Switch, Data Link Connector, Passenger Power Window Switch, Power Window Main Switch, Crash Pad Switch, Key Interlock |
| BRAKE SWITCH | 10 A | Stop Lamp Switch, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
| DOOR LOCK | 20 A | Door Lock Relay, Door Unlock Relay, ICM (Integrated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Two Turn Unlock Relay) |
| IBU 1 | 15 A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
|
START |
7.5 A |
[With B/Alarm & Without Smart Key] ICM (Integrated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Burglar Alarm Relay)
[DCT] Transaxle Range Switch, [IVT] Position Switch |
| WIPER FRT 1 | 10 A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
| AIR BAG 2 | 10 A | SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module |
| MEMORY 2 | 10 A | A/C Control Module, Head-Up Display |
| MULTI MEDIA | 15 A | Low DC-DC Converter |
| Fuse Name | Fuse rating | Circuit Protected |
| IG1 | 25 A | PCB Block (Fuse Name – ABS 3, ECU 5, SENSOR 4, TCU 2) |
|
MODULE 4 |
7.5 A |
Front Radar, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Crash Pad Switch, 4WD ECM (Engine Control Module), Electric Parking Brake Switch, Front View Camera |
| HAETED MIRROR | 10 A | ECM (Engine Control Module), A/C Control Module, Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror |
|
ISG |
15 A |
Sound Mood Lamp, Driver/Passenger Door Mood Lamp, Low DC-DC Con- verter, Rear Corner Radar LH/RH, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Audio, A/C Control Module, Head-Up Display, Instrument Cluster |
| IBU2 | 7.5 A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
|
MODULE 5 |
10 A |
Electro Chromic Mirror, Wireless Charger, ATM Shift Lever Indicator, Con- sole Switch LH, Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, A/C Control Module, AMP (Amplifier), Front Air Ventilation Seat Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer Module, Front Seat Warmer Module, Low DC-DC Converter |
| MODULE 3 | 7.5 A | Stop Lamp Switch, ATM Shift Lever |
| AIR BAG | 15 A | SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) Control Module, Passenger Occu- pant Detection Sensor |
| FRT WIPER2 | 25 A | PCB Block (Front Wiper (Low) Relay), Front Wiper Motor |
| MDPS | 7.5 A | MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit |
| A/BAG IND | 7.5 A | Overhead Console Lamp, Instrument Cluster |
| CLUSTER | 7.5 A | Instrument Cluster, Head-Up Display |
| A/C 1 | 7.5 A | Engine Room Junction Block (Blower Relay, PTC Heater #1/#2 Relay), A/C Control Module |
| POWER OUTLET | 20 A | Front Power Outlet #2 (USB), Joint Connector (JM04) |
|
MODULE 2 |
10 A |
Rear USB Charger, IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit), Low DC-DC Con- verter, Front Power Outlet #2, Power Outside Mirror Switch, ICM (Inte- grated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Power Outlet Relay), Front USB Charger |
| MODULE 6 | 7.5 A | IBU (Integrated Body Control Unit) |
| A/C 2 | 10 A | [Auto A/C] Blower Motor, Engine Room Junction Block (Blower Relay)
[Manual A/C] Blower Resistor, A/C Control Module |
| MODULE 7 | 7.5 A | Front Air Ventilation Seat Module, Front Seat Warmer Module, Rear Seat Warmer Module, Front Deicer Box (Front Deicer LH/RH Relay) |
| WASHER | 15 A | Multifunction Switch |
Engine compartment fuse panel
Refer to the following table for a description of the fuse.
Engine Room Junction Block
| Fuse | Fuse Name | Fuse rating | Circuit Protected |
|
MULTI FUSE-1 |
ALT | 150 A | Alternator, Engine Room Junction Block (Fuse Name – SGA, EPB 1, EPB 2, ABS 2, 4WD) |
| 200 A | |||
| MDPS | 80 A | MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit | |
|
MULTI FUSE-2 |
B+3 | 60 A | ICU Junction Block (IPS1, IPS2, IPS3, IPS7, IPS10, IPS13, IPS18, IPS20) |
|
B+4 |
60 A |
ICU Junction Block (Fuse Name – P/WINDOW LH, P/WINDOW RH, TAIL- GATE OPEN, SUNROOF, S/HEATER, AMP, P/SEAT (PASS), P/SEAT (DRV)) | |
| B+2 | 50 A | ICU Junction Block (IPS4, IPS5, IPS6, IPS8, IPS9, IPS11, IPS12, IPS17) | |
| COOLING FAN1 | 60 A | Engine Room Junction Block (Cooling Fan 1 Relay) | |
| B+5 | 50 A | PCB Block (Main Relay, Fuse Name – ECU 4, ECU 3, B/ALARM HORN, HORN, A/C) | |
| IG1 | 40 A | [With Smart Key] Engine Room Junction Block (ACC Relay, IG1 Relay)
[Without Smart Key] Ignition Switch |
|
| BLOWER | 40 A | Engine Room Junction Block (Blower Relay) | |
|
IG2 |
40 A |
[With Smart Key] Engine Room Junction Block (IG2 Relay, Start Relay)
[Without Smart Key] Engine Room Junction Block (Start Relay), Ignition Switch |
|
|
MULTI FUSE-3 |
PTC HEATER 1 | 50 A | Engine Room Junction Block (PTC Heater 1 Relay) |
| PTC HEATER 2 | 50 A | Engine Room Junction Block (PTC Heater 2 Relay) |
| Fuse | Fuse Name | Fuse rating | Circuit Protected |
|
FUSE |
FUEL PUMP | 20 A | Engine Room Junction Block (Fuel Pump Relay) |
| TCU 1 | 15 A | TCM (Transmission Control Module) | |
| EPB 1 | 60 A | ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module (With EPB (Electronic parking brake)) | |
| SGA | 40 A | Smart Gear Actuator | |
| EPB 2 | 40 A | ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module | |
| ABS2 | 30 A | ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module (Without EPB (Electronic park- ing brake) | |
| 4WD | 20 A | 4WD ECM (Engine Control Module) | |
| COOLING FAN 2 | 40 A | [Nu 2.0 MPI] Engine Room Junction Block (Cooling Fan 1/2 Relay) | |
| POWER OUTLET | 25 A | ICM (Integrated Circuit Module) Relay Box (Power Outlet Relay) | |
| VACUUM PUMP | 20 A | Vacuum Pump | |
| B+1 | 50 A | ICU Junction Block (Long Term Loak Auto Cut Relay, Fuse – BRAKE SWITCH, MODULE 1, IBU 1, S/HEATER RR, AIR BAG 2, DOOR LOCK) | |
| DCT 1/EOP | 40 A | [DCT] TCM (Transmission Control Module)
[Nu 2.0 MPI] Electronic Oil Pump Module |
|
| DCT 2 | 40 A | [DCT] TCM (Transmission Control Module) | |
| REAR HEATED | 30 A | Engine Room Junction Block (Rear Heated Relay) |
PCB Block
| Fuse Name | Fuse rating | Circuit Protected |
| ECU1 | 20 A | PCM (Power Train Control Module) |
| ECU2 | 10 A | PCM (Power Train Control Module) |
| SENSOR1 | 15 A | Oxygen Sensor (Up/Down) |
|
SENSOR2 |
10 A |
Canister Close Valve, Oil Control Valve #1, Oil Control Valve #2, Oil Control Valve #3, Engine Room Junction Block (Cooling Fan 1/2 Relay), PCB Block (A/C Relay), Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Electronic Thermostat, Variable Intake Solenoid Valve |
| SENSOR3 | 10 A | Engine Room Junction Block (Fuel Pump Relay) |
| IGN COIL | 20 A | Ignition Coil #1~#4 |
| A/C | 10 A | A/C Relay |
| B/ALARM HORN | 10 A | B/Alarm Horn Relay |
| INJECTOR | 15 A | Injector #1~#4 |
| ECU5 | 10 A | PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| ABS3 | 10 A | ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module, Data Link Connector |
| TCU2 | 15 A | Position Switch |
| SENSOR 4 | 15 A | Electronic Oil Pump Module |
| ECU3 | 15 A | PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| ECU4 | 15 A | PCM (Power train Control Module) |
| HORN | 15 A | Horn Relay |
Refer to the following table for the relay type.
| Relay NO. | Relay Name | Type |
| E61 | IG1 Relay | MICRO |
| E63 | Fuel Pump Relay | MICRO |
| E64 | Cooling Fan 2 Relay | MICRO |
| E65 | Start Relay | MICRO |
| E66 | IG2 Relay | MICRO |
| E67 | ACC Relay | MICRO |
| E68 | Rear Defogger Relay | MICRO |
| E69 | Cooling Fan 1 Relay | MINI |
| E70 | Blower Relay | MINI |
| E71 | PTC Heater 1 Relay | MICRO |
| E72 | PTC Heater 2 Relay | MICRO |
Battery terminal cover
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 Seltos houses fuses that protect various electrical components by interrupting the circuit when there’s excessive current flow, preventing damage and electrical hazards.
The fuse box is typically found in either the engine compartment or the interior cabin. Consult your owner’s manual for its exact location.
Blown fuses often have a visible break or discoloration. You can visually inspect them or use a multimeter to check for continuity.
To check and replace fuses, you’ll need a fuse puller or needle-nose pliers and replacement fuses of the same amperage rating.
No, it’s essential to replace a blown fuse with one of the same amperage rating to maintain proper protection.
Electrical issues like malfunctioning headlights, power windows, radio, or interior lights may indicate blown fuses.
It’s a good practice to inspect your fuses regularly as part of routine maintenance or when you encounter electrical problems.
Replacing a fuse is a straightforward DIY task, but if you’re unsure, consulting a professional technician is a wise choice.
While you can’t prevent all blown fuses, avoid overloading circuits and ensure you use the correct amperage-rated fuses to reduce the risk.
If the problem continues after fuse replacement, it may be a more complex electrical issue, and you should seek professional assistance.
Yes, safety-related systems may be impacted by blown fuses, so addressing them promptly is essential.
Ensure the vehicle is turned off, and exercise caution when handling fuses and fuse boxes to prevent electrical shock.
Yes, your owner’s manual typically provides a list of fuse functions and their locations.
Each fuse is usually labeled with its function and amperage rating, making identification straightforward.
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