Why is my alternator not working on my spectra?
The alternator may be charging still, but just not enough to cover the electrical needs of your Spectra. A dead battery is the end result of an alternator not charging enough. Usually the battery light will have been on for a bit, the vehicle runs fine, and when you go to start it back up it won’t crank.
Why does my Kia Spectra have a dead battery?
It’s a warning light that indicates that the voltage in the battery is not sufficient. The alternator may be charging still, but just not enough to cover the electrical needs of your Spectra. A dead battery is the end result of an alternator not charging enough.
What does it mean when your alternator is not charging?
If your alternator is no longer capable of charging the battery, the battery light will come on. It’s a warning light that indicates that the voltage in the battery is not sufficient. The alternator may be charging still, but just not enough to cover the electrical needs of your Spectra.
How do you change an alternator on a Kia Spectra?
Lower the Optima onto the ground, and reconnect the battery. Determine which alternator your Kia Spectra will need. Make sure the new alternator is compatible with your Spectra’s engine. All versions of the Kia Spectra have a 2.0 L engine. Disconnect the negative battery cable, power steering pump and its bracket with a socket wrench.
It’s a warning light that indicates that the voltage in the battery is not sufficient. The alternator may be charging still, but just not enough to cover the electrical needs of your Spectra. A dead battery is the end result of an alternator not charging enough.
What happens when an alternator fails on a Kia?
In addition, alternators also power non-essential devices such as the radio and air conditioning. When the alternator fails, the vehicle will not fail right away as the battery will provide power for a short while. Eventually, though, the alternator will need to be replaced. On a Kia car replacing the alternator is a very lengthy process.
The alternator may be charging still, but just not enough to cover the electrical needs of your Spectra. A dead battery is the end result of an alternator not charging enough. Usually the battery light will have been on for a bit, the vehicle runs fine, and when you go to start it back up it won’t crank.