2013 Kia Optima Fuse Box

2013 Kia Optima

 Fuse Types

Fuses Types

A vehicle’s electrical system is protected from electrical overload damage by fuses.
This vehicle has 2 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: blade type for lower amperage rating, 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 aluminum foil instead of the proper fuse - even as a temporary repair. It may cause extensive wiring damage and a possible fire.

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.

Engine compartment Fuse Box

Instrument panel Fuse Box

Instrument panel fuse replacement

 
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
3. Pull the suspected fuse straight out.
Use the removal tool provided in the engine compartment fuse panel.
4. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown.
5. 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 cigarette lighter 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.

Memory fuse

 
Your vehicle is equipped with a memory fuse to prevent battery discharge if your vehicle is parked without being operated for prolonged periods. Use the following procedures before parking the vehicle for prolonged periods.
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Turn off the headlights and tail lights.
3. Open the driver’s side panel cover and pull up the memory fuse.

Memory fuse

✽ NOTICE
• If the memory fuse is pulled up from the fuse panel, the warning chime, audio, clock and interior lamps, etc., will not operate. Some items must be reset after replacement. Refer to
“Battery” in this section.
• Even when the memory fuse is pulled up, the battery can still be discharged by operation of the headlights or other electrical devices.

Engine compartment fuse replacement

 

Engine compartment fuse replacement

 
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
2. Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover up.
3. 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.
4. 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
After checking the fuse panel in the engine compartment, securely install the fuse panel cover. If not, electrical failures may occur from water contact.

Main fuse

Main Fuse

 
If the main fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the nuts shown in the picture above.
4. Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
5. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.

Multi fuse

Multi fuse

If the multi fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows:
1. Remove the fuse panel in the engine compartment.
2. Remove the nuts shown in the picture above.
3. Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
4. Reinstall in the reverse order of removal.

Multi fuse

If the button starting fuse is blown, it must be removed as follows:
1. Open the cover in the engine competent.
2. Replace the fuse with a new one of the same rating.
3. Close the cover.

✽ NOTICE
If the multi or starting fuse is blown, consult an authorized Kia dealer.

Fuse/relay panel description

 
Inside the fuse/relay panel covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay name and capacity.

Engine room (Battery terminal cover)

Engine room (Button starting BOX)*

Engine compartment fuse panel

Instrument fuse panel 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.

* : if euqipped

Instrument fuse panel

Fuse Name .. Fuse rating .. Circuit Protected
MODULE 3 7.5A Key Solenoid, Sport Mode Switch
PDM 1 25A Smart Key Control Module
POWER OUTLET 15A Front Power Outlet
MODULE 5 7.5A Smart Key Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer Relay LH/RH
MODULE 2 7.5A BCM, Panorama Sunroof, Rain Sensor
TRUNK 10A I/P Junction Box (Trunk Relay), Fuel Filler Door & Trunk Lid Switch, Trunk Room LP
CLOCK 10A A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Audio, Smart Key Control Module, Overhead Console Lamp, Crash Pad Mood Lamp, A/C Control Module, BCM, AMP, Power Outside Mirror Switch, Driver/Passenger Door Mood Lamp
C/LIGHTER 15A Cigar Lighter
HTD STRG 15A Steering Wheel Heater
A/CON 7.5A A/C Control Module, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Blower Relay)
WIPER 25A Multifunction Switch, Front Wiper Motor, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper Relay, Rain SNSR Relay)
S/HEATER FRT 20A Driver/Passenger CCS Cushion Warmer, Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Module
MIRR HTD 10A Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror
MODULE 4 7.5A Front Seat Warmer & CCS Switch, Driver/Passenger CCS Control Module,
Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Module, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, Audio

A/BAG IND 7.5A Instrument Cluster (Air Bag IND.)
START 7.5A W/O Smart Key : Burglar Alarm Relay With Smart Key : PCM, Transaxle Range Switch
S/HEATER RR 15A Rear Seat Warmer Relay LH/RH
P/SEAT PASS 20A Passenger Seat Manual Switch
FOG LP RR 15A -

MODULE 1 7.5A Head Lamp Leveling Device Actuator LH/RH, Auto Head Lamp Leveling Device Module, Driver IMS Module, ATM Lever Indicator, BCM, A/C Control Module, Electro Chromic Mirror, Lane Keeping Assist Module, Instrument Cluster
VACCUM 20A Vacuum Pump, Vacuum Switch
A/BAG 15A Telltale Lamp, SRS Control Module, Passenger Weight Classification Sensor
P/WDW LH 25A I/P Junction Box (Power Window LH Relay), Driver/Passenger Power Window Safety Module
AMP 30A AMP
PDM 2 7.5A Start Stop Button Switch, Smart Key Control Module, Fob Holder
MDPS 10A EPS Control Module, Crash Pad Switch
PDM 3 7.5A Smart Key Control Module
P/WDW RH 25A I/P Junction Box (Power Window RH Relay)
P/SEAT DRV 30A Driver IMS Module, Driver Seat Manual Switch, Driver Lumbar Support Switch
DR LOCK 20A Two Turn Unlock Relay, I/P Junction Box (Door Lock Relay, Door Unlock Relay, Turn Signal Lamp Sound Relay)
SUNROOF 20A Panorama Sunroof
IG 1 20A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Fuse : ABS 3 10A, TCU 2 15A, ECU 4 10A)
 

POWER CONNECTOR
AUDIO 15A A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Audio
ROOM LP 10A Driver/Passenger Smart Key Outside Handle, Driver IMS Module, Lamp Auto Cut Relay, Driver/Passenger Door Scuff Lamp, Ignition Key ILL. & Door Warning Switch, A/C Control Module, Data Link Connector, RF Receiver, BCM, Electro Chromic Mirror, Instrument Cluster, Auto Light & Photo Sensor, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module

Engine compartment fuse panel

Fuse Name .. Fuse rating .. Circuit Protected

MULTI FUSE
IP B+ 2 60A I/P Junction Box (P/SEAT DRV 30A, P/SEAT PASS 20A, AMP 30A, PDM 2 7.5A, IPS 5, IPS 6, ARISU 2) B+ 4 (Not Used) 60A -
IGN 2 40A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Start Relay), Fuse & Relay Box (PDM 3(IG 2) Relay), Ignition Switch
ABS 1 40A ESC Module 

RR HTD (G4KJ)/ C/FAN HI (G4KH) .. 40A/60A .. E/R Fuse & Relay Box (RR HTD Relay) (G4KJ) C/FAN (HI) Relay (G4KH) BLOWER 40A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Blower Relay)
IP B+ 1 60A I/P Junction Box (PDM 1 25A, MODULE 3 7.5A, S/HEATER FRT 20A, S/HEATER RR 15A TRUNK 10A, P/WDW LH 25A, P/WDW RH 25A), Power Connector (AUDIO 15A))
MDPS 80A EPS Control Module 

FUSE
WIPER 10A PCM
RR HTD IND 10A A/C Control Module
AMS 10A Battery Sensor
TCU 1 10A PCM
STOP LP 10A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (HAC Relay), Smart Key Control Module, Stop Lamp Switch
DEICER 10A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Deicer Relay)
H/LP WASHER 10A -
LDC 1 30A -
C/FAN 40A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (C/Fan(HI) Relay, C/Fan(LO) Relay)
ABS 2 30A Multipurpose Check Connector, ESC Module
LDC 2 30A -
CVVL(Not Used)/ RR THD (G4KH) 40A RR HTD Relay (G4KH)

IP B+ 3 50A I/P Junction Box (Power Connector (ROOM LP 10A), SUNROOF 20A, DR LOCK 20A IPS 1, IPS 3, ARISU 1)
IGN 1 40A Fuse & Relay Box (PDM 1(ACC) Relay, PDM 2(IG 1) Relay), Ignition Switch
EMS 40A EMS Box (HORN 15A, ECU 3 10A, ECU 1 30A, F/PUMP 20A)
ECU 4 10A PCM
TCU 2 15A Back-Up Lamp Switch, Vehicle Speed Sensor, Transaxle Range Switch
ABS 3 10A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (HAC Relay), Stop Lamp Switch, ESC Module,  Multipurpose Check Connector
B/UP LP 10A A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Audio, Electro Chromic Mirror, BCM, Rear Combination Lamp(In) LH/RH
A/CON 10A A/C (Air Conditioner) Control Module