Kia Sorento: On Vehicle Inspection
| Inspect ignition coil assembly and Perform spark test |
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Check for DTCs.
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If a DTC is present, perform troubleshooting in accordance with the procedure for that DTC. (Refer
to DTC guide)
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| 2. |
Check if sparks occur.
| (1)
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Remove the engine cover.
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| (2)
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Remove the ignition coils.
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| (3)
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Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.
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| (4)
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Disconnect the injector extension connectors.
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| (5)
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Ground the spark plug to the engine.
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| (6)
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Check if sparks occur at each spark plug while engine is being cranked.
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Do not crank the engine for more than 5 seconds.
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| 3. |
If sparks do not occur, perform the following test.
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| 4. |
Using a spark plug wrench, install spark plugs.
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| 5. |
Install the ignition coils.
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| 6. |
Install the engine cover.
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Troubleshooting
Symptom
Suspected Area
Correction
Engine will not start or is hard to start (Cranks OK)
Ignition lock switch
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Specification
Item
Specification
Rated voltage (V)
13.5
Operation v...
Troubleshooting
Ignition Coil Specifications
