Kia Sorento: Side repeater lamp replacement - Light bulbs - Maintenance - Kia Sorento XM Owners ManualKia Sorento: Side repeater lamp replacement

Second Generation XM (2011-2024) / Kia Sorento XM Owners Manual / Maintenance / Light bulbs / Side repeater lamp replacement

If the light bulb does not operate, we recommend that you check with an authorized


If the light bulb does not operate, we recommend that you check with an authorized Kia dealer.

Rear combination lamp bulb replacement

(1) Stop and tail light


(1) Stop and tail light
(2) Tail light
(3) Rear turn signal light
(4) Back-up light
(5) Rear side marker
(6) Stop light

Outside lamp

1. Open the tailgate.


1. Open the tailgate.

2. Loosen the lamp assembly retaining screws with a philips head screwdriver.

3. Remove the rear combination lamp assembly from the body of the vehicle.

4. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise


4. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.

5. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket. Pull the bulb out of the socket.

6. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it locks into place.

7. 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.

8. Reinstall the light assembly to the body of the vehicle.

* If your vehicle is equipped with LED type stop and tail lights replace with LED assembled units. Please contact an authorized Kia dealer.

Type B (Stop and tail lamp)

If the lamp bulb does not operate, have the vehicle checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

Inside lamp

1. Open the tailgate.


1. Open the tailgate.

2. Remove the service cover.

3. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket counterclockwise until the tabs on the socket align with the slots on the assembly.

4. Remove the bulb from the socket by pressing it in and rotating it counterclockwise until the tabs on the bulb align with the slots in the socket. Pull the bulb out of the socket.

5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it


5. Insert a new bulb by inserting it into the socket and rotating it until it locks into place.

6. 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.

7. Install the service cover by putting it into the service hole.

High mounted stop lamp replacement

Type A

1. Open Tailgate


1. Open Tailgate

2. Remove the center cover of rear upper trim.

3. Remove the retaining bolts.

4. Disconnect the connector.

5. Replace the new LED assembled unit.

6. Reconnect the connector.


6. Reconnect the connector.

7. Apply retaining bolts and nuts and tighten.

8. Replace the center cover of rear upper trim.

Type B (with Spoiler)

1.Open the tailgate.


1.Open the tailgate.

2.Gently remove the center cover of the rear tailgate trim.

3.Disconnect the electrical connector.

4.Loosen the retaining nuts and remove the spoiler.


4.Loosen the retaining nuts and remove the spoiler.

5.Remove the high mounted stop light assembly after loosening the screws.

6.Reinstall a new light assembly in the reverse order of removal.

License plate light bulb replacement

1. Loosen the lens retaining screws with a phillips head screwdriver.


1. Loosen the lens retaining screws with a phillips head screwdriver.

2. Remove the lens.

3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

4. Install a new bulb.

5. Reinstall the lens securely with the lens retaining screws.


Interior light bulb replacement


Interior light bulb replacement

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens from the interior light housing.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out.

WARNING

Prior to working on the Interior Lights, ensure that the “OFF” button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.

4. Align the lens tabs with the interior light housing notches and snap the lens into place.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or damage the lens, lens tab, and plastic housings.

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