Kia Rio: Lighting System / Rheostat

Components and components location

Components

Repair procedures

Removal
1.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.

Remove the crash pad lower panel.

(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")

3.

Remove the crash pad side switch (A) after loosening the mounting screws.

Installation
1.

Install the crash pad side switch.

2.

Install the crash pad lower panel.

3.

Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.

Inspection
1.

Check for intensity of new rheostat switch. If the light intensity of the lamps changes smoothly without any flickering when the rheostat is turned, it can be assumed that the rheostat is normal.

    Repair procedures Inspection 1. Check for continuity between terminals. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the hazard lamp switch.

    Repair procedures Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the front bumper assembly.

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