The 1st generation Kia Cerato was introduced in 2003. Produced in 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 and delivered worldwide with sedan and hatchback bodies. In the USA it is known as the Kia Forte. In this publication, we will show a designation of the 1st generation Kia Forte LD fuses and relays with boxes diagrams and their locations. Highlight the cigarette lighter fuse.
The purpose of the fuses and relays may differ from that shown. Check the assignment against your diagram on the back of the protective cover.
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Passenger compartment
Located under the dashboard on the driver’s side behind the protective cover.
Photo for example
Diagram
Assignment
| START | 10A Starter motor |
| SRF/D LOCK | 20A Roof, Door locking |
| RR FOG | 10A Rear fog lamp |
| HAZARD | 10A Alarm |
| A / CON | 10A Air conditioning system |
| CLUSTER | 10A BCM, Instrument Panel (IND.), A / C Control Module |
| RKE | 10A Remote access without keys |
| S/ HTR | 20A Seat heating |
| C/ LIGHTER | 15A Cigarette lighter |
| A/ BAG | 15A Airbags |
| R/ WIPER | 15A Rear wiper |
| AUDIO | 10A Audio device system |
| SECTION | 10A Anti-lock system ABS |
| POWER | 15A power socket |
| ROOM | 15A Interior light |
| IGN | 10A Ignition |
| ECU | 10A Engine control unit |
| TAIL RH | 10A Rear light (right) |
| T / SIG | 10A Turn signal lamp |
| RR/ HTR | 30A Heated rear window |
| P / WDW LH | 25A Glass lifter (left) |
| HTD/ MIRR | 10A Heater outside rearview mirror |
| P/WDW RH | 25A Glass lifter (right) |
| TAIL LH | 10A Rear light (left) |
The cigarette lighter fuse is designated C / LIGHTER and is located in the middle of the 15A block.
Relay
| RR/HTR | R1 Heated rear window relay |
| RESISTOR | R2 Resistor |
| P/WDW | R3 Relay for electric glass lifter |
| ACC/ PWR | R4 Accessories / Power outlet relay |
| TAIL | R5 Rear light relay |
Engine compartment
Main box
It is located on the left side under the protective cover.
Legend
Designation
| ECU1 | 10A Engine control unit |
| STOP | 15A brake light |
| F/WIPER | 20A Front wiper |
| R / FOG | 10A Rear fog lamp |
| F / FOG | 15A Front fog lamps |
| LO FHDLP | 15A Low beam headlights |
| HI HDLP | 15A High beam headlights |
| A / CON | 10A Air conditioning system |
| F/PUMP | 15A fuel pump |
| T/OPEN | 10A Opening the boot lid |
| SAFTY P/WINDOW | 20A Glass lifter protection module |
| HORN | 10A Buzzer |
| INJ | 15A Injector |
| SNSR | 10A Oxygen sensor |
| ECU2 | 30A Engine control unit |
| SPARE | Spare fuse |
| SECTION | 30A Anti blocking system |
| BLOWER | 30A Fan |
| IGN | 30A Ignition switch |
| RAD | 30 / 40A Radiator fan |
| COND | 20A Condenser fan relay |
| EVERYTHING | 120 / 140A Generator |
| Relay | |
| ATM | Automatic transmission control unit |
| WIPER | Wiper relay |
| F / FOG | Front fog lamp relay |
| LO HDLP | Headlight relay (low beam) |
| HI HDLP | Headlamp relay (high beam) |
| A / CON | Air conditioner relay |
| F/PUMP | Fuel pump relay |
| DRL | Light relay for daylight hours |
| COND2 | Condenser fan relay |
| HORN | Horn relay |
| MAIN | Main relay |
| START | Starter relay |
| RAD | Radiator fan relay |
| COND | Condenser fan relay |
Additional box
Mainly used for 1st generation kiacerate with diesel engines.
Functions
| F/HEATER | 30A Fuel filter heater |
| HEATER 3 | 40A PTC heater 3 |
| HEATER 2 | 40A PTC heater 2 |
| GLOW | 60A Glow plug |
| HEATER 1 | 40A PTC heater 1 |
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