Kia Cadenza: Charging System / Battery Description and Operation

Kia Cadenza YG 2016-2025 Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Charging System / Battery Description and Operation

Description

1.	The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery is, as the name implies, totally maintenance free and has no removable battery cell caps.

2.	The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery does not require water replenishment for the repair.

3.	The battery is completely sealed, except for small vent holes in the cover.

•	After disconnecting then reconnecting the battery negative cable, reset some parts that require the reset procedures. (Refer to Body Electrical System – "General Information")

Specification

Item	Specification
Model type	CMF80L-BCI
Capacity [20HR/5HR] (AH)	80/64
Cold Cranking Amperage (A)	660 (SAE) / 528 (EN)
Reserve Capacity (Min)	145

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Battery Components and Components Location

Components 1. Battery insulation pad2. Battery3. Battery tray4. Battery mounting bracket ...

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