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
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the mirror (A) from the mir ...
Removal
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Detach the vanity lamp (A) using a flat-tip screwdriver.
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Other information:
Removal and Installation
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Remove the engine cover.
(Refer to Engine and Transaxle Assembly - "Engine Room Under Cover")
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Drain the engine coolant so its level is below water temperature control
assembly.
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Inspection
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Remove the front left door trim.
(Refer to Body - "Front Door Trim")
3.
Disconnect the power mirror switch connector from t ...