Kia Optima: If the engine doesn't turn over or
turns over slowly
1. If your vehicle has an automatic transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or goes out when you operate the starter, the battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be sure they are securely tightened.
5. Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it. See instructions for "Jump starting".
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. Check fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the LOCK
position, check all connectors at the
ignition coil and spark plugs.
Reconnect any that may be disconnected
or loose.
3. Check th ...
See also:
Automatic transaxle
Depress the brake pedal
and the lock release button when shifting.
Press the button when
shifting.
The shift lever can
be shifted freely. ...
Repair procedures
General Inspection
After or before servicing the EPS system, perform the troubleshooting and test procedure
as follows. Compare the system condition with normal condition in the table below
and i ...
Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the injector connector.
3.
Measure resistance between the injector terminals
1 and 2.
...