Kia Optima: Inspection - Alternator. Repair procedures - Charging System - Engine Electrical System - Kia Optima TF 2011-2025 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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Installation
1. With a knife, scrape the old adhesive smooth to a thickness of about 2mm (0.08 in.) on the bonding surface around the entire rear window glass opening flange : A. D ...

Check Engine (Malfunction Indicator) Light
This indicator light is part of the On Board Diagnostic System which monitors various emission control system components. If this light illuminates while driving, it indicates that a potential p ...

Owner’s Responsibility
NOTICE Maintenance, Service and Record Retention are the owner’s responsibility. You should retain documents to show proper maintenance has been performed on your vehicle in accordance with the ...

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