Kia Sportage: Replacing license plate lamp (Bulb type)

- Turn off vehicle and disconnect the
negative terminal from the battery.
- Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently
pry the lens cover from lamp housing
- Remove the bulb by pulling it straight
out.
- Install a new bulb in the socket.
- Align the lens cover tabs with the
lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.
Replacing map lamp (Bulb type)

WARNING
Interior lamps
Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is
depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.
- Turn off vehicle and disconnect the
negative terminal from the battery.
- Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently
pry the lens cover from lamp housing.
- Remove the bulb by pulling it straight
out.
- Install a new bulb in the socket.
- Align the lens cover tabs with the
lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.
Replacing room lamp (Bulb type)

WARNING
Interior lamps
Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is
depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.
- Turn off vehicle and disconnect the
negative terminal from the battery.
- Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently
pry the lens cover from lamp housing.
- Remove the bulb by pulling it straight
out.
- Install a new bulb in the socket.
- Align the lens cover tabs with the
lamp housing notches and snap the
lens into place.
CAUTION
Be careful not to dirty or damage the
lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.
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WARNING
Interior lamps
Prior to working on the Interior lamps,
ensure that the "OFF" button is
depressed to avoid burning your fingers
or receiving an electric shock.
Turn off v
Use the information in the following sections
to keep the exterior and interior of
your vehicle clean.
Exterior care
Use the information in the following sections
to maintain the exterior of your
SEE MORE:
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
is the number used in registering your
vehicle and in all legal matters pertaining
to its ownership, etc.
VIN cover (if equipped)
The number is punched on the floor
under the front right side seat. To check
the number, open the cover.
VIN label
Components and Components Location
Component Location
Horn switch
Horn relay (Engine room
compartment)
Horn (Low pitch)
Clock spring
Repair procedures
Removal
1. Remove the radiator upper cover.
(Refer to the BD group - "Front bumper")
2. Remove the bolt and d