Kia Carnival (2009+). Manual — part 42

9.5

16 °C (60 °F)

9.4

10 °C (50 °F)

9.3

4 °C (40 °F)

9.1

-1 °C (30 °F)

8.9

-7 °C (20 °F)

8.7

-12 °C (10 °F)

8.5

-18 °C (0 °F)

- If the voltage is less than shown in the table, the battery is good.
- If the voltage is greater than shown in the table, replace the battery.

CLEANING

1. Make sure the ignition switch and all accessories are in the OFF position.

2. Disconnect the battery cables (negative first).

3. Remove the battery from the vehicle.

Care should be taken in the event the battery case is cracked or leaking, to protect your skin from the
electrolyte. Heavy rubber gloves (not the household type) should be worn when removing the battery.

4. Inspect the battery carrier for damage caused by the loss of electrolyte. If acid damage is present, it will be

necessary to clean the area with a solution of clean warm water and baking soda. Scrub the area with a stiff brush
and wipe off with a cloth moistened with baking soda and water.

5. Clean the top of the battery with the same solution as described in Step(3).

6. Inspect the battery case and cover for cracks. If cracks are present, the battery must be replaced.

7. Clean the battery posts with a suitable battery post tool.

8. Clean the inside surface of the terminal clamps with a suitable battery cleaning tool. Replace damaged or frayed

cables and broken terminal clamps.

9. Install the battery in the vehicle.

10. Connect the cable terminals to the battery post, making sure the tops of the terminals are flush with the tops of

the posts.

11. Tighten the terminal nuts securely.

12. Coat all connections with light mineral grease after tightening.

When batteries are being charged, an explosive gas forms beneath the cover of each cell. Do not smoke
near batteries being charged or which have recently been charged. Do not break live circuits at the terminals

near batteries being charged or which have recently been charged. Do not break live circuits at the terminals
of batteries being charged. A spark will occur when the circuit is broken. Keep open flames away from the
battery.

Engine Electrical System

Starting System

Engine ,SLJ[YPcal System

2009 > D 2.9 VGT >

DESCRIPTION

The starting system includes the battery, starter motor, solenoid switch, ignition switch, inhibitor switch(A/T), ignition
lock switch, connection wires and the battery cable.
When the ignition key is turned to the start position, current flows and energizes the starter motor's solenoid coil.
The solenoid plunger and clutch shift lever are activated, and the clutch pinion engages the ring gear.
The contacts close and the starter motor cranks. In order to prevent damage caused by excessive rotation of the
starter armature when the engine starts, the clutch pinion gear overruns.