Interior lights, engine killing

Asked by ForMyKia Dec 30, 2018 at 10:28 AM about the 2003 Kia Sorento EX 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Stull trying to remain faithful to my 2003 Kia
Sorrento,...jgot a brand new battery but now my
dashboard lights turn off when I use the turn signal
and my interior lights reminder on while my
dashboard lights are off once I turn on my
headlights..
Also the engine killed while waiting for traffic to
move....

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Philisa answered 5 years ago

Replace the dimmer switch. OEM replacement can only be found online because kia doesn't sell or manufacture 03 parts as such.

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Bob answered 4 years ago

Pop it apart and resolder the rheostat back onto the circuit board. Worked for me

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