Kia Forte: Light bulbs / Map lamp (Bulb type) bulb
replacement
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WARNING
Prior to working on the Interior
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”
button is depressed to avoid
burning your fingers or receiving
an electric shock.
1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,
gently pry the lens cover from
lamp housing.
2. Remove the bulb by pulling it
straight out.
3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. 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.
1. Remove the lamp assembly by
using a flat-blade screwdriver.
2. Remove the socket from the
assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slot ...
If the map lamp (LED) (1) does not
operate, have the vehicle checked by
an authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamp cannot be replaced
as a single component because it is
an integrated unit. The ...
Other information:
Specifications
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Items
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Remark
Operating voltage
9 - 16 V
-
Current consumption
MAX 5.0 A
At 12 V
Sound level
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Specifications
Specifications
Item
Specifications
Working voltage
DC 12.5V ± 0.3V
Operating force
Initial position : 0.25 ± 0.15N(0.025 ± 0.015kg, 0.056 ± 0.034lb)
Full position : ...