Kia Sorento: Starter Description - Starting System - Engine Electrical System - Kia Sorento XM 2011-2026 Service ManualKia Sorento: Starter Description

Second Generation XM (2011-2026) / Kia Sorento XM 2011-2026 Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Starting System / 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:

Flex Steering Circuit Diagram
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Rearview camera (If equipped)
The rearview camera will activate with the ignition switch ON and the shift lever in the R (Reverse) position. This system is a supplemental system that shows behind the vehicle through the rearv ...

Telemetics Unit (TMU) Component
Connector Pin Specification No. Pin Name Type From To Description (Wiring Spec.) 1 GND DC Ground TMU Battery ...

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