Battery

For Better Battery Care

• Keep the battery securely mounted.
• Keep the top of the battery clean and dry.
• Keep terminals and connections clean, tight, and coated with petroleum jelly or grease.
• Immediately wash off spilled electrolyte from the battery with a solution of water and baking soda.
• If the vehicle will not be used for an extended period, disconnect the battery cables.

Always read the following instructions carefully before handling the battery.

If electrolyte gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention immediately. If electrolyte contacts your skin, thoroughly wash the contacted area. If you feel pain or burning, seek medical attention immediately.

Improper disposal of the battery can harm the environment and human health. Dispose of the battery in accordance with local laws or regulations.

The battery contains lead. Do not throw it away after use. Please return the battery to an authorized Kia dealer for recycling.

Never attempt to charge the battery while the battery cables are connected.

WARNING! Risk of electric shock

Never touch the electrical ignition system while the engine is running. This system operates at high voltage, which can cause electric shock.

WARNING! Battery Charging

Never attempt to charge the battery while the battery cables are connected.

WARNING. Battery cable is complex

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash your hands after handling.

✽ NOTICE

If you connect unauthorized electronic devices to the battery, the battery may be discharged. Never use unauthorized devices.

Battery Charging

Your vehicle has a maintenance-free, calcium-based battery.

• If the battery has discharged in a short time (for example, because the headlamps or interior lamps were left on while the vehicle was not in use), recharge it with a slow charge (trickle) for 10 hours.
• If the battery gradually discharges due to high electrical load while the vehicle is in use, charge it at 20-30 A for two hours.

When charging the battery, observe the following precautions:

• The battery must be removed from the vehicle and placed in a well-ventilated area.
• Keep cigarettes, sparks, and open flames away from the battery.
• Monitor the battery during charging, and stop or reduce the charging rate if the battery cells begin to release gas heavily (boiling) or if the electrolyte temperature in any cell exceeds 120°F (49°C).
• Wear protective eyewear when checking the battery during charging.
• Disconnect the charger in the following order.
  1. Turn off the charger power switch.
  2. Disconnect the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.
  3. Disconnect the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.
• Before performing maintenance or charging the battery, turn off all accessories and stop the engine.
• When disconnecting the battery, the negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last.

Reset Items

Items must be reset after the battery has discharged or the battery has been disconnected.

• Automatic Window Up/Down
• Sunroof
• Trip Computer
• Climate Control System
• Driver's Position Memory System