Your starter is starting to weaken, it's time to replace it with a new one. Do not wait too long when you notice it, since when the starter is definitely broken you will no longer be able to start this Kia Soul 2. You will find below a text to change its starter and understand its principle.change-starter-Kia-Soul-2

What is the starter motor of my Kia Soul 2 for?

The starter is an electric motor within the engine of this Kia Soul 2. It consumes electric power from the battery to start, and sends the impulse to the motor to start. In order to make sure that it is really a starter malfunction and nothing else, we advise you to consult the file on starting problems. Now that you have determined the dysfunction, it is time to get to the heart of the matter.

How to change the starter of my Kia Soul 2?

Before tackling the work, make sure you have the necessary equipment. For such an operation you will need a complete toolbox, your jack, a wire brush but also two candles.

Remove the old starter

So, if you want to do this manipulation, what is essential is to correctly retain the positions, especially the wires. We invite you to mark them if it helps you.

  • Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery of this Kia Soul 2.
  • If it happens that access to the starter from the top is too difficult, do not hesitate to install the jack stands so that you get there from the bottom.
  • Disconnect all of the supplies going to the starter
  • Jack up the motor in case the jack wobbles a bit.
  • Clear all the fixings and remember the positions
  • Disassemble the starter
  • Set aside the mounting base, since it is not necessarily supplied with the new starter
  • Rub the pods that could be oxidized with a brush

Install the new starter

Now that you have decided on the operation, it will almost suffice to reverse the procedure.

  • Parallel the old starter from this Kia Soul 2 with the brand new one so as to discern if there are some variations in the mounting system, and this is not unusual.
  • Replace the starter base in its place
  • Install the brand new starter
  • Check that it is correctly on its support and screw
  • Connect the cables to the starter
  • Connect the minus terminal of this battery.

So. Now fitting a starter motor on this Kia Soul 2 is no longer a mystery to you. Have a good trip, and you can write a comment if you liked our article!