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) Owners Manual: Welcome system

Headlamp welcome When the headlight(light switch in the headlight or AUTO position) is on and all doors (and tailgate) are locked and closed, the headlight, position light and tail light will come on for 15 seconds if any of the below is performed. Without smart key system - When the door unloc ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: License plate light bulb replacement

1. Remove the lens retaining screws with a philips head screwdriver. 2. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning the socket conterclockwise. 3. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out. 4. Install the socket into the assembly by aligning the tabs on the socket with the slots on the assembl ...