Kia Optima: 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 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.
Repair procedures
1. |
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
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2. |
Disconnect the battery (-) terminal (A).
Tightening torque :
4.0 - 6.0 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 3.0 - 4.4 lb-ft)
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3. |
Remove the battery.
(Refer to Engine Electrical System - "Battery")
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4. |
Remove the battery negative (-) cable after removing the bolts (A).
Tightening torque :
10.8 - 13.7 N.m (1.1 - 1.4 kgf.m, 8.0 -10.1 lb-ft)
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1. |
Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Description and operation
Description
1.
The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery is, as the name implies, totally
maintenance free and has no removable battery cell ca ...
Description and operation
Description
The starting system includes the battery, starter, solenoid switch, ignition
switch, inhibitor switch (A/T), clutch pedal switch (M/T), ignition l ...
Other information:
1. Press the CRUISE button on the steering wheel to turn the system on. The CRUISE
indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must be more than 30 km/h (20 mph).
3. Move the lever down (to SET-), and release it at the desired speed. T ...
General information
General Troubleshooting
Information
Before Troubleshooting
1.
Check applicable fuses in the appropriate fuse/relay box.
2.
Check the battery for damage, State Of Charge (SOC), cleanliness and
tight connections.
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