2008 Kia Rio Hook battery terminals up wrong

2008 KIA RIO
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MERT4
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2008 Kia Rio Front Wheel Drive Automatic

I hooked battery up wrong. Engine will start and run and lights and turn signals work. Power accessoriies , interior lights will not work. Fuses check out okay.
Oct 6, 2009 at 8:54 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Have you checked the power distribution box under the hood for blown fuses? Also, check for power to the accessories that are not working. IF they have power and still don't work, chances are they were damaged when this happened.
Oct 12, 2009 at 8:15 AM
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