This famous starter is starting to weaken, it's time to replace it. Do not let it drag on if you feel it weakening, because when the starter is definitely broken you will no longer be able to start this Kia Picanto 2. Here is a tutorial on how to change your starter and assimilate its action.change-starter-Kia-Picanto-2

What is the starter for my Kia Picanto 2 used for?

The starter turns out to be an electric motor in the engine contents of this Kia Picanto 2. It draws electricity from the battery to be able to function, and sends the impulse to the motor so that it starts. To make sure it's a starter problem and not something else, we suggest you go and read the Startup Problems File. Now that we've spotted the problem, it's time to get to the heart of the matter.

How to change the starter on my Kia Picanto 2?

Before starting repairs, check that you have the necessary tools. If you wish to carry out this manipulation you will necessarily need a filled toolbox, your jack, your wire brush but also two candles.

Remove the old starter

In order to carry out this manipulation, the most useful turns out to be to retain the positions well, for the wires in particular. We invite you to locate them using a marker if that helps you.

  • Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery of this Kia Picanto 2.
  • If it happens that accessing the starter from above is really complex, you can install the jack stands to be able to access it from below.
  • Disconnect each of the supplies going to the starter
  • Jack up the engine when it wobbles a bit.
  • Remove all fixings and memorize the positions
  • Remove the starter
  • Recover the fixing support, since it is not always supplied with the new starter
  • Rub the pods which can be oxidized using a brush

Install the new starter

Now that we have visualized the technique, it will almost suffice to do the process in the other direction.

  • Examine the old starter on this Kia Picanto 2 and the brand new one to be able to discern if there are certain variations in the mounting system, which can happen.
  • Return the starter support to its position
  • Place the new starter in its location
  • Check that it is correctly in its base and screw
  • Reattach the power supplies to the starter
  • Replace the negative terminal of this battery.

Its good. Now fitting a starter on this Kia Picanto 2 has no secrets for you. Have a good trip, and leave us a comment if you liked our article!