KIA Niro: Rear / Front Inlet Cooling Duct

Kia Niro - First generation - (DE) (2017-2022) - Service and Repair Manual / Hybrid Control System / High Voltage Battery Cooling System / Rear / Front Inlet Cooling Duct

Removal

Warning

Be sure to read and follow the "General Safety Information and Caution" before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious electrical injuries.
Be sure to read and follow the "High Voltage Shut-off Procedures" before doing any work related with the high voltage system. Failure to follow the safety instructions may result in serious electrical injuries.

Rear Inlet Cooling Duct

Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the auxiliary 12V battery.
Shut off the high voltage circuit.

(Refer to Hybrid Control System - "High Voltage Shutoff Procedure")
Remove the rear seat cushion.

(Refer to Body - "Rear Seat Assembly")
Remove the rear door scuff trim (A).

Open the rear seat back (A) in the direction of an arrow.

Unfasten the inlet duct (A) in the direction of arrow.

Remove the inlet duct (A) in the direction of arrow.

Front Inlet Cooling Duct

Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the auxiliary 12V battery.
Shut off the high voltage circuit.

(Refer to Hybrid Control System - "High Voltage Shutoff Procedure")
Remove the rear seat cushion.

(Refer to Body - "Rear Seat Assembly")
Remove the rear door scuff trim (A).

Open the rear seat back (A) in the direction of an arrow.

Unfasten the inlet duct (A) in the direction of arrow.

Remove the inlet duct (A) in the direction of arrow.

Remove the front inlet duct (A) from a vehicle.

Front / Rear Outlet Cooling Duct

Front Outlet Cooling Duct Switch "OFF" the ignition and disconnect the negative (-) terminal of the auxiliary 12V battery. Shut off the high voltage circuit. (Refer to Hybrid Control System - "High Voltage Shutoff Procedure")

Inlet Temperature Sensor

Inlet Temperature Sensor #1 (Main High Voltage) Description The inlet temperature sensor is installed on top of the high voltage battery module, and it detects the air temperature inside the battery system assembly. The inlet temperatur

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Precautions to take before servicing high voltage system

Warning Hybrid vehicles have high voltage batteries. Incorrect handling of high voltage system or vehicle may lead to serious accident including electric shock and electric leakage. Warning Be sure to shut off the high voltage by removing th

Protection Of The Vehicle

Always be sure to cover fenders, seats, and floor areas before starting work. Warning The support rod must be inserted into the hole near the edge of the hood whenever you inspect the engine compartment to prevent the hood from falling and causi