Kia Optima: Charging System / Battery Sensor
Description and operation
Vehicles have many control units that use more electricity. These units control
their own system based on information from diverse sensors. It is important to have
a stable power supply as there diverse sensors giving a variety of information.
Battery sensor is mounted on battery (-) terminal. It transmits battery voltage,
current, temperature information to ECM. ECM controls generating voltage by duty
cycle based on these signals.
Repair procedures
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Turn the ignition switch OFF.
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2. |
Disconnect the battery (-) terminal (A).
Tightening torque :
4.0 - 6.0 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.0 - 4.4 lb-ft)
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3. |
Remove the battery.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
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4. |
Remove the battery negative (-) cable after removing the bolts (A).
Tightening torque :
10.8 - 13.7 N.m (1.1 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.0 -10.1 lb-ft)
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1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Description and operation
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Description and operation
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Window opening and closing
The driver’s door has a master power window switch that controls all the windows
in the vehicle.
To open or close a window, press down or pull up the front portion of the corresponding
switch to the first detent position (5).
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The SRS is virtually maintenancefree and so there are no parts you can safely
service by yourself. If the SRS air bag warning light does not illuminate, or continuously
remains on, have your vehicle immediately inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
Any work on the SRS system, such as removing, ...