Kia Carens: 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 (A) 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.

Battery Troubleshooting

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Battery Sensor Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the battery negative (-) cable. 2. Disconnect the battery sensor connector (A). 3. ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: UIP(Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection) Sensor Repair procedures

Removal OFF switch 1. Remove the overhead console lamp. (Refer to Lighting System - "Overhead Console Lamp") Installation OFF switch 1. Install the overhead console lamp. (Refer to Lighti ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Closing the hood

1. Before closing the hood, check the following: All filler caps in engine compartment must be correctly installed. Gloves, rags or any other combustible material must be removed from the engine compartment. 2. Return the support rod to its clip to prevent it from rattling. 3. Lower the hood u ...