The starter is starting to get temperamental, it's time to change it. Do not leave it lying around when you notice it, since when the starter does not work anymore you will be unable to launch this Kia Rio 4. This is a text to replace its starter and understand its principle.change-starter-Kia Rio 4

What is the starter for my Kia Rio 4 used for?

A starter turns out to be an electric motor in the content of the engine of this Kia Rio 4. Indeed, it consumes electricity from the battery to turn, and give the impulse to the engine to start. To make sure that it is really a starter malfunction and not another problem, we advise you to read the file on starting problems. Now that we have identified the dysfunction, it is time to get to the heart of the matter.

How to change the starter on my Kia Rio 4?

Before starting the tasks, check that you have the necessary tools. If you wish to carry out this operation you will need a complete toolbox, your jack, a wire brush and two candles.

Remove the old starter

For this manipulation, the most important turns out to be to remember the locations, for the cables in particular. Do not hesitate to stamp them if you are afraid of forgetting.

  • Disconnect the minus terminal from the battery of this Kia Rio 4.
  • If it turns out that accessing the starter motor from above is really complicated, you can install the jack stands to make it easier.
  • Disconnect each of the power supplies that connect to the starter
  • Position the jack under the engine if Put in place tilts a little.
  • Disassemble all the fixings and remember the locations
  • Remove the starter
  • Set aside the mounting bracket, since it is not necessarily supplied with the starter to be mounted
  • Rub the pods which can be oxidized using a brush

Install the new starter

Now that we have memorized the technique, it will almost suffice to carry out the manipulation in the other direction.

  • Examine the old starter of this Kia Rio 4 and the new one to check if there are any differences in mounting, which can happen.
  • Replace the starter bracket in its place
  • Set up the famous starter
  • Make sure it is well in its holder and screw
  • Return the power supplies to the starter
  • Replace the negative terminal of this battery.

Its good. Today reassembling a starter on this Kia Rio 4 has no secrets for your eyes. Good ride, and don't hesitate to leave a comment if you liked our article!