Kia Sportage: Lighting System / Room Lamp Repair procedures
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Using a screwdriver or remover, separate the room lamp lens (A) from
the room lamp.

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Remove the room lamp (A) after loosening the screws.

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When removing the room lamp, be careful of the direction
in which the tool is inserted (B).
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When inserting the tool in the opposite direction, take
caution as the room lamp may be damaged.
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Remove the room lamp assembly (B) after disconnecting the room lamp
connector (A).

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Bulb Replacement
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Using a screwdriver or remover, separate the room lamp lens (A) from
the room lamp.

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Disconnect the room lamp bulb (A).

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Connect the room lamp connector.
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Install the room lamp.
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Install the room lamp lens.
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Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Removal
Door Mirror Turn Signal Lamp
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Remove the mirror (A) from the mir ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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Detach the vanity lamp (A) using a flat-tip screwdriver.
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Other information:
Component Location
1. Rear seat cushion assembly
2. Rear seat back assembly
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Please keep extra bulbs on hand with appropriate wattage ratings in case of emergencies.
Refer to “Bulb Wattage” in chapter 9.
When changing lamps, first turn off the engine at a safe place, firmly apply
the parking brake and detach the battery’s negative (-) terminal.
WARNING - Working o ...