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: Cigarette lighter

For the cigarette lighter to work, the ignition switch must be in the ACC position or the ON position. To use the cigarette lighter: Push the lighter all the way into the socket. When the element has heated, the lighter will pop out to the "ready" position. We recommend that you use parts for repl ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Hill-start assist control (HAC)

A vehicle has the tendency to slip back on a steep hill when it starts to go after stopping. The Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) prevents the vehicle from slipping back by operating the brakes automatically for about 1~2 seconds. The brakes are released when the accelerator pedal is depressed or ...