Kia Sorento: Starter 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.

Troubleshooting

   • The battery must be in good condition and fully charged for this troubleshooting. ...

Starter Specification

Starter Item Specification Rated voltage 12 V, 1.2 kW The number of pinion teeth 11 Performance [No-load, 11 V] Ampere ...

See also:

Start/Stop Button Removal
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the crash pad lower panel (A). (Refer to Body - "Crash pad") ...

Intake Actuator Replacement
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the cowl side trim. (Refer to Body - "Crash Pad") ...

Front Body D
* These dimensions indicated in this figure are actual-measurement dimensions. [ Unit : mm (inch) ] ...