Kia Rio: Light bulbs / High mounted stop lamp bulb replacement (for 5 door), License plate lamp bulb
replacement
High mounted stop lamp bulb replacement (for 5 door)
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If the high mounted stop lamp (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.
A skilled technician should check or repair the high mounted stop lamp, for it
may damage related parts of the vehicle.
License plate lamp bulb replacement
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1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens cover from lamp housing.
2. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise
until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.
3. Remove the bulb from bulb-socket by pulling it out.
4. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the bulb-socket.
5. Install the socket in the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with
the slots in the assembly. Push the socket into the assembly and turn the socket
clockwise.
6. Align the lens cover tabs with the lamp housing notches and snap the lens
into place.
If the Side marker (LED) (1) does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.
The LED lamps cannot be replaced as a single component because it is part of
an integrated u ...
1. Open the trunk lid.
2. Remove the service cover by pulling out the service cover.
3. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise
until the tabs on the socket ...
Other information:
Bulb replacement precaution
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 (-) t ...
Theft-alarm stage
The alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is
armed.
A front or rear door is opened without using the mechanical key or transmitter
(or smart key).
The trunk/liftgate is opened without using the mechanical key or transmitter
(or smart ...