Kia Optima: Description
and Operation
Description
The starting system includes the battery, starter, solenoid switch, ignition switch, inhibitor switch (A/T), clutch pedal switch (M/T), ignition lock switch, connection wires and the battery cable.When the ignition key is turned to the start position, current flows and energizes the starter motor's solenoid coil.
The solenoid plunger and clutch shift lever are activated, and the clutch pinion engages the ring gear.The contacts close and the starter motor cranks. In order to prevent damage caused by excessive rotation of the starter armature when the engine starts, the clutch pinion gear overruns.
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1.Solenoid 2.Brush assembly 3.Armature 4.Overrun clutch |
Starting System
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Repair
procedures
Starter Circuit Troubleshooting
The battery must be in good condition and fully charged.
1.
Disconnect the fuel ...
See also:
Inhibitor Switch. Description and Operation
Description
Inhibitor Switch monitors the lever's position(PRND) and is used to control gear
setting signals.
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Precautions For Catalytic Converter
If a large amount of unburned gasoline flows into the converter, it
may overheat and create a fire hazard. To prevent this observe th ...
Heated Steering wheel. Description and Operation
Description
The heated steering wheel features an internal heating element that maintains the
steering wheel temperature to a consistent level during cold seasons. A heater element
has been integ ...
Categories
Kia Optima Manuals
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Owners Manual
- Kia Optima DL3 2019-2025 Service and Repair Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-{2019} Owners Manual
- Kia Optima TF 2011-2025 Service Manual
- Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners Manual
