Kia Carens: Ignition System / Ignition Coil Description and operation

An ignition coil is an induction coil in an engine's ignition system which transforms the battery's low voltage to the high voltage needed to create an electric spark in the spark plugs to ignite the fuel. Coils have an internal resistor while others rely on a resistor wire or an external resistor to limit the current flowing into the coil from the battery 12 V supply.

Repair procedures

On-vehicle Inspection Inspect ignition coil assembly and Perform spark test 1. Check for DTCs.    ...

Ignition Coil Specifications

Specification Item Specification Primary Coil Resistance (Ω) 0.79 ± 15％ [20°C (68°F)] Secondary Coil Res ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Repair procedures

Removal 1. Remove the transaxle assembly. G 1.6 GDI (Refer to Manual Transaxle System - " Manual Transaxle") G 2.0 GDI (Refer to Manual Transaxle System - " Manual Transaxle") G 2.0 MPI (Refer to Manual Transaxle S ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Rear parking assist system

The rear parking assist system assists the driver during backward movement of the vehicle by chiming if any object is sensed within a distance of 120 cm (47 in.) behind the vehicle. This system is a supplemental system and it is not intended to nor does it replace the need for extreme care and a ...