Fuses and Fuse box diagram: Kia Soul 2017 Guide
The 2017 Kia Soul has a fuse box, which is essential for protecting the electrical systems of the car. The fuse box, which can be found in easily accessible places like the engine compartment or interior cabin, is filled with fuses that are specifically designed to guard against electrical overloads or malfunctions and preserve various parts like lighting, power windows, and safety features. The fuse diagram that comes with the Soul offers a thorough explanation of the function and position of every fuse, assisting technicians and drivers alike in troubleshooting and guaranteeing the seamless operation of the car’s complex electrical systems. This well-thought-out design highlights the significance of electrical safety in the 2017 Kia Soul and illustrates Kia’s dedication to user-friendly maintenance.
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FUSES
A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses. 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. Always replace a blown fuse with one of the same rating. 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: micro mini type for lower amperage ratings, cartridge type, and multi fuse for higher amperage ratings.
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-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 fuse, turn the ignition “OFF” and turn off 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.
- We recommend that you do not remove fuses, relays and terminals that are fastened with bolts or nuts. If they are not completely re-installed, such looseness may cause electrical arcing and a possible fire. If fuses, relays and terminals fastened with bolts or nuts need replacement, consult with an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION – Fuse fire
- 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.
- Do not input any other objects except fuses or relays into fuse/relay terminals such as a driver or wiring. It may cause contact failure and system malfunction.
Inner panel fuse replacement
- Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
- Open the fuse panel cover. Pull the suspected fuse straight out. Use the fuse puller provided on the engine compartment 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 headlights or other electrical components 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.
Fuse switch
Always, put the fuse switch at the ON position. If you move the switch to the OFF position, some items such as the audio and digital clock must be reset and the transmitter (or smart key) may not work properly.
NOTICE
If you need to park your vehicle for prolonged periods of more than 1 month, move the transportation fuse switch to the OFF position to prevent the battery from being discharged.
Engine compartment fuse replacement
- Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
- Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover-up. When the blade-type fuse is disconnected, remove it by using the clip designed for changing fuses located in the engine room fuse box. Upon removal, securely insert reserve fuse of equal quantity.
- 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.
CAUTION – Fuse panel covers
After checking the fuse panel in the engine compartment
Multi fuse
If the multi fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows:
- Turn off the engine.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable.
- Remove the nuts shown in the picture above.
- fuse with a new one of the same rating.
- Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.
Fuse/relay panel description
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers you can find the fuse/relay label describing the fuse/relay name and capacity.
✽ 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.
Inner fuse panel
| Description | Fuse rating | Protected component |
| POWER OUTLET | 20A | P_OUTLET |
|
ACC |
10A |
O_S_MIRR_SW, AMP, AUDIO/UVO/AVN 4.0_HEAD UNIT, BCM, MOOD_LAMP_UNIT, SMK_UNIT, LDC_AMP(400W), LDC_AMP(200W), ISG, USB_CHARGER, ICM_BOX(POWER_OUTLET_RLY_COIL), E_CALL_UNIT |
| HEAD LAMP | 25A | C/LIGHT, REAR_P_OUTLET |
| DRL | 10A | BCM(DAY_RUNNNIG_LIGHT_LAMP_POWER) |
| MODULE 6 | 7.5A | SUNROOF_MOTOR, LUGGAGE_PORTABLE_LAMP(CHARGE_POWER), SEAT_EXTN_DRV(HEAT- ED), REAR_SEAT(IGN2) |
| WIPER FRT 2 | 25A | FRONT_WIPER_MOTOR(POWER), FRONT_WIPER_RLY(LOW) |
| WIPER RR | 15A | REAR_WIPER_MOTOR, MULTI_FUNCTION_SW(WIPER), REAR_WIPER_RLY, REAR_WIPER_RLY_COIL, |
| AMP | 30A | AMP, LDC_AMP(400W) |
| MODULE 5 | 7.5A | BCM, SMK_UNIT |
| WIPER FRT 1 | 10A | MULTI_FUNCTION_SW(WIPER), BCM(WASHER_MOTOR_POWER), |
| HEATED STEERING | 15A | STEERING_HEATED |
| A/CON 1 | 7.5A | AIR_CONTROL_UNIT(MANUAL, AUTO), IONIZER, PTC_RLY_COIL, BLOWER_RLY_COIL |
| HEATED MIRROR | 10A | OUTSIDE_MIRROR(HEATED), ECU(ELEC. LOAD DEFROST), AIR_CONTROL_UNIT_MANUAL/AUTO(HEATED_SIGNAL) |
| Description | Fuse rating | Protected component |
| LIFTGATE OPEN | 15A | T/GATE_OPEN_RLY(T/GATE_LATCH_MOTOR), T/GATE_OPEN_RLY_COIL |
| S/HEATER FRT | 20A | FRONT_SEAT_EXTN(HEATED_POWER) |
| DR LOCK | 20A | DOOR_LOCK_RLY, DOOR_LOCK_RLY_COIL, DOOR_UNLOCK_RLY_COIL, DEAD_LOCK_RLY, DEAD_LOCK_RLY_COIL |
| A/BAG IND | 7.5A | CLUSTER |
| AIR BAG | 15A | ACU, WCS_ECU |
|
MODULE 4 |
10A |
POWER_OUTLET_EXTN, HLLD_SW, AUDIO/UVO/AVN4.0_HEAD_UNIT, E_CALL_UNIT, I_S_MIRR_ECM, LDC_AMP(200W), LDC_AMP(200W), DIAGNOSIS, AUTO_HLLD_ECU, AIR_CONTROL_UNIT(MANUAL, AUTO), SEAT_EXTN_DRV, REAR_SEAT_WARMER_SW, REAR_SEAT_HEATER_UNIT |
| STOP LAMP | 15A | HAZARD_SW(ESS_INDICATOR_POWER), STOP_SIGNAL_ELECTRONIC_MODULE |
| MODULE 7 | 10A | KEY_LOCK_SOLENOID, OBD_II(POWER) |
| S/HEATER RR | 20A | REAR_SEAT(HEATED_POWER) |
| P/WDW RH | 25A | FRONT_P/WINDOW_SW(POWER), P/WINDOW_SAFETY_ECU(POWER) |
| P/WDW LH | 25A | FRONT_P/WINDOW_SW(POWER), P/WINDOW_SAFETY_ECU(POWER) |
| MODULE 1 | 10A | BCM, SPORTS_MODE_SW(ATM_SHIFT_LOCK_SOLENOID) |
| ABS | 10A | ABS/ESP_UNIT |
| MODULE 2 | 10A | LOWER_SW, CENTER_SW, STOP_LP_SW, WATER_FUEL_SNSR |
| Description | Fuse rating | Protected component |
|
MODULE 3 |
10A |
HLLD_ACTR, TPMS_UNIT, BLIND_SPOT_DETECTOR, REAR_PARKING_ASSIST_SYSTEM_SNSR, SMART_PARKING_ASSIST_SYSTEM_SNSR, SMART_PARKING_ASSIST_SYSTEM_UNIT, LANE_DEPARTURE_WARNING_SYSTEM_UNIT, OIL_LEVEL_SNSR_EXTN |
| VACUUM PUMP 2 | 15A | VACUUM_PUMP |
| ECU | 7.5A | ENGINE_CONTROL_UNIT, AIR_FLOW_SNSR, START_RLY_COIL, SMK_UNIT, SMATRA_IMMOBI- LIZATION, GLOW_UNIT |
| IOD 2 | 15A | LDC_AMP(200W), AUDIO/UVO/AVN4.0_HEAD_UNIT |
| IOD 3 | 7.5A | E_CALL_UNIT |
| AEB | 15A | AUTONOMOUS_EMERGENCY_BRAKING_UNIT |
| CLUSTER | 10A | CLUSTER |
| TCU | 15A | SPEED_SNSR (MT), BACK_UP_LAMP_SW, OIL_PUMP_INVERTER, INHIBITOR, TRANSMISSION_CONTROL_UNIT |
|
IOD 4 |
7.5A |
TPMS_UNIT(POWER), CLUSTER, AIR_CONTROL_UNIT(MANUAL, AUTO), BCM, REAR- PARKING_ASSIST_SYSTEM_BUZZER, OUTSIDE_MIRROR_FOLDING_RLY, OUTSIDE_MIRROR_FOLDING_RLY_COIL, OUTSIDE_MIRROR_UNFOLDING_RLY, OUTSIDE_MIR- ROR_UNFOLDING_RLY_COIL, RAIN_SNSR |
| SPARE | 10A | – |
| SUNROOF 2 | 20A | SUNROOF_MOTOR (POWER) |
| P/SEAT DRV | 30A | SEAT_EXTN_DRV(POWER) |
| SUNROOF 1 | 20A | SUNROOF_MOTOR (POWER) |
| Description | Fuse rating | Protected component |
| MDPS | 7.5A | MDPS_UNIT |
| A/CON 2 | 7.5A | AIR_CONTROL_UNIT_MANUAL(MAX_BLOWER), AIR_CONTROL_UNIT_AUTO(BLOWER_MOTOR) |
| START | 7.5A | E/R_FUSE & RELAY_BOX(RELAY – START / SUB START), PDM |
| IOD 1 | 7.5A | GLOVE_BOX_LAMP, DOOR_WARNING_SW, OVER_HEAD_CONSOLE_LAMP, PERSONAL_LAMP, SUNVISOR_LAMP, LUGGAGE_LAMP, PORTABLE_LAMP(DOOR) |
| PDM 2 | 7.5A | SMK_UNIT(BATT_CPU), SMATRA_IMMOBILIZATION(BATT) |
| P/SEAT PASS | 30A | SEAT_EXTN_PASS(POWER) |
| PDM 1 | 20A | SMK_UNIT(POWER) |
| BRAKE SWITCH | 10A | STOP_LAMP_SW(NORMAL_OPEN), SMK_UNIT |
Engine compartment fuse panel
NOTICE
The actual fuse/relay panel label may differ from equipped items.
Engine compartment fuse panel
| Description | Fuse rating | Protected component |
| IG1 | 40A | IGN_SW(B1), BUTTON_START_RLY(IG1), BUTTON_START_RLY(ACC) |
| BLOWER | 40A | BLOWER_RLY, BLOWER_MOTOR |
| REAR HEATED | 40A | REAR_GLASS_HEATED_RLY, REAR_GLASS_HEATED_RLY_COIL |
| ECU 2 | 30A | MAIN_RLY, MAIN_RLY_COIL |
| ECU 3 | 15A | ECU(AFTER_AIN_RELAY) |
| IGN COIL | 20A | IGNITION_COIL(POWER) |
| ECU 1 | 20A | ECU(AFTER_MAIN_RELAY) |
| SENSOR 1 | 10A | STOP_LAMP_SW(NORMAL_CLOSE), O2_SNSR, PURGE_CONTROL_SOLENOID_VALVE, OCV, PCSV, VIS, CAM_P_SNSR, CAM POSITION SENSOR, VGT_VACCUM |
| SENSOR 2 | 10A | CMP, COOLING_FAN_LOW_RLY_COIL, AIR_FLAP_SNSR, VIS , EGR_VALVE, O2_SNSR, LAMBDA_SNSR, WGV, EGR_ACTUATOR |
| INJECTOR | 10A | – |
| B/UP LAMP | 10A | RR_COMBI_LAMP(BACK_UP_LAMP) |
| WIPER | 10A | ECU(WIPER_SWITCH) |
| FUEL PUMP | 15A | FUEL_PUMP_MOTOR |
| HORN | 15A | HORN_RLY, HORN_RLY_COIL, HORN |
| TCU4 | 15A | TRANSMISSION_CONTROL_UNIT |
| A/CON | 10A | A/CON_RLY |
| Description | Fuse rating | Protected component |
| H/LAMP WASHER | 20A | HEAD_LAMP_WASHER_RLY, HEAD_LAMP_WASHER_RLY_COIL, HEAD_LAMP_WASHER_MOTOR |
| POWER OUTLET 4 | 20A | P_OUTLET |
| B+ 1 | 50A | SMART_JUNCTION_BLOCK(B+1) |
| B+ 2 | 50A | SMART_JUNCTION_BLOCK(B+2) |
| TCU 3 | 30A | TRANSMISSION_CONTROL_UNIT |
| B+ 3 | 50A | SMART_JUNCTION_BLOCK(B+3) |
| IG2 | 40A | IGN_SW(IG2), BUTTON_START_RLY(IG2), START_RLY |
| MDPS | 80A | MDPS_UNIT |
| ALT (GAMMA) | 125A |
ALTERNATOR |
| ALT (NU) | 180A | |
| TCU | 20A | TRANSMISSION_CONTROL_UNIT |
| DEICER | 20A | DEICER |
| ECU 4 | 15A | ECU(BATT_DIRECT) |
| ECU 5 | 15A | ECU(BATT_DIRECT) |
| POWER OUTLET 3 | 20A | P_OUTLET |
| VACUUM PUMP 1 | 30A | VACUUM_PUMP |
| Description | Fuse rating | Protected component |
| COOLING FAN | 40A (*/**)
60A (***) |
COOLING_FAN_MOTOR, SUB_FUEL_PUMP, SUB_FUEL_VALVE, COOLING_FAN_PWM_MOTOR |
| INVERTER (**)
TCU2 (*/****) |
50A | OIL_PUMP_INVERTER, TRANSMISSION_CONTROL_UNIT |
| ABS 1 | 40A | ABS/ESP_UNIT(MOTOR) |
| ABS 2 | 30A | ABS/ESP_UNIT(SOLENOID) |
FAQs
The fuse box in the 2017 Kia Soul is typically located in the engine compartment or the interior cabin, providing access to essential electrical components.
The fuse box serves as a protective hub for fuses, preventing electrical malfunctions or overloads by disconnecting power to specific components in the event of a fault.
The Kia Soul 2017 may have multiple fuse boxes, each responsible for different electrical components such as lights, power windows, and safety features.
The fuse box diagram provides a map of the fuses and their corresponding components, allowing users to identify specific fuses and troubleshoot electrical issues.
Some models may come with spare fuses, and their location is often indicated in the fuse box diagram.
It is not recommended to use a fuse with a different amperage than specified in the diagram, as this could lead to electrical issues or damage to components.
Regularly checking the fuses is advisable, especially when experiencing electrical issues. Additionally, it’s a good practice to inspect fuses during routine maintenance.
Common signs of a blown fuse include malfunctioning lights, power windows, or other electrical components, and these issues can be identified through visual inspection or testing.
Yes, replacing a fuse is typically a straightforward process. All you need is the replacement fuse of the correct amperage and a fuse puller or pliers.
Depending on the model, there may be specific fuses dedicated to safety features like airbags and ABS, and the fuse box diagram will indicate their locations.
The fuse box enhances electrical safety by isolating and disconnecting faulty circuits, preventing potential damage to the vehicle’s electrical components.
Typically, there is no single master fuse controlling all electrical systems. Instead, the fuse box contains individual fuses for various components and systems.
Yes, the fuse box diagram is a valuable tool for identifying and addressing recurrent electrical issues by pinpointing the location and purpose of specific fuses.
Yes, online forums and communities for Kia Soul owners often provide discussions and insights into fuse-related issues, sharing experiences and troubleshooting tips.
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