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  Defect Investigation of Battery Cable Chafing

Investigation of Battery Cable Chafing

Subject: Battery cable chafing
Components covered:
  • Electrical system
Investigations Summary: This investigation was opened on Mar. 6, 2002. It was closed on Aug. 6, 2002. Alleged engine compartment fires caused by the +12v battery cable shorting out against the transmission dipstick tube
Vehicles Affected by this investigation:
  • 1998 Kia Motor Sephia
  • 1999 Kia Motor Sephia
  • 2000 Kia Motor Sephia

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