Kia Carens: Starting System / Starter Description and operation
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.
In conjunction with the ISG function, the starter motor must do a great deal
more work. Therefore, the starter motor is configured for a significantly higher
number of start cycles. The components of the starter motor have been adapted
to the higher requirements.
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There are two kinds of starter, ISG type starter and Non-ISG
type.
When replace the starter, confirm that the part number and connector
shape.
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ISG (Idle stop & go) system equipped vehicle always use the
ISG type starter only. If the other starter has installed, this
can potentially lead to engine electrical trouble or ISG system
error.
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Do not disassemble the ISG type starter.
If the starter troubles occur, replace the starter.
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1. Solenoid
2. Brush assembly
3. Armature
4. Overrun clutch
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1. Switch assembly
2. Yoke assembly
3. Armature
4. Overrun clutch
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Troubleshooting
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The battery must be in good condition and fully charged for
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Specification
▷ Without ISG system
Item
Specification
Rated voltage
12 V, 0.9 kW
The number of pinion te ...
Other information:
Inspection
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2.
Disconnect the intake actuator connector.
3.
Verify that the intake actuator operates to the fresh air position when
connecting 12V to terminal 3 and gro ...
Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This chapter gives instructions
only for the maintenance items that are easy to perform.
✽ NOTICE
Improper owner maintenance during the warranty period may affect warranty
coverage. For details, read the separate Warranty & Maintenance b ...