Your starter is starting to weaken, which means it should be changed. You shouldn't wait too long when you realize this, because if the starter don't work anymore, it will be too late to launch your Kia Pregio. You will find below a special file in order to replace its starter and assimilate its action.
What is the starter motor of my Kia Pregio used for?
The starter is an electric motor within the engine of your Kia Pregio. The latter draws electrical power from the battery in order to start, and sends the impulse to the motor to ignite. In order to know that it is indeed a starter problem and not a battery problem, we suggest that you read our text on starting problems. Now that we have identified the concern, it is time to get to the heart of the matter.
How do I change the starter in my Kia Pregio?
Before starting the tasks, check that you have the necessary tools. In order to perform this manipulation you will need a filled toolbox, a jack, a wire brush but also a pair of candles.
Remove the old starter
If you want to do this, the most important thing is to memorize the positions, especially cables. Do not hesitate to mark them if necessary.
- Disconnect the negative terminal of your Kia Pregio battery.
- If access to the starter from the top is too complicated, we invite you to use the jack stands so that you can access it from below.
- Disconnect all of the power supplies that connect to the starter
- Jack up the engine in case it wobbles a bit.
- Remove all fasteners and retain the positions
- Disassemble the starter
- Recover the mounting base, since it will not necessarily be sold with the new starter
- Rub the pods that could be oxidized using your brush
Install the new starter
Once you have memorized the technique, it is more or less sufficient to do the procedure in the other direction.
- Examine the old starter for your Kia Pregio and the new one so that you can check whether there are any differences in the mounting system, and this is not unusual.
- Replace the starter base in its location
- Mount the famous starter in its location
- Make sure it sits perfectly on its base and screw
- Connect the power supplies to the starter
- Connect the negative terminal of your battery.
So. Now, refitting a starter on your Kia Pregio has no secrets for you. Have a good trip, and leave us a comment if this text has helped you!