Kia Optima: Inspection - Alternator. Repair procedures - Charging System - Engine Electrical System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Optima: Inspection

Inspect Rotor
1. Check that there is continuity between the slip rings (C).

2. Check that there is no continuity between the slip rings and the rotor (B) or rotor shaft (A).
3. If the rotor fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.
Inspect Stator
1. Check that there is continuity between each pair of leads (A).

2. Check that there is no continuity between each lead and the coil core.
3. If the coil fails either continuity check, replace the alternator.

Disassembly
1. Remove the alternator cover (A) using a screw driver after loosening the nuts (B). 2. Remove the slip ring guide (A) and then loosen the ...

Battery. Description and Operation
Description 1. The maintenance-free battery is, as the name implies, totally maintenance free and has no removable battery cell caps. 2. Water never nee ...

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EPB Switch. Repair procedures
Remove 1. Turn ignition OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable. 2. Remove the floor console upper cover.(Refer to Body group - "Console") ...

Installation
Pressure Side Impact Sensor 1. Install the new pressure side impact sensor with the screws then connect the pressure side impact sensor connector. Tightening t ...

Theft-alarm system
This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the vehicle. This system is operated in three stages: the first is the "Armed" stage, the second is the " ...

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