Where is the starter at on a 2011 Kia Sportage?
Locate the starter from under the truck. It is on the passenger’s side of the engine near the back and down low on the engine. Find the two electrical connections on the back of the starter solenoid. The first one is the “S” terminal and it is a push on connector located directly on the back of the solenoid.
What causes a Kia Sportage to not start?
There are really two main ways that a vehicle will not start. The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Sportage won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
Why does my Kia Forte not turn on?
My 2018 kia forte is doing the EXACT same thing, its a hit and miss, so whats happening is you put the key in and the dashboard and all the lights are on, EXCEPT when turning the key forward to start the car the car will not start i turn the key back and forth and wait a few minutes sometimes longer and then it will turn on.
Where is the battery located on a Kia Sportage?
On the fourth generation of Kia Sportage (2015-2021), the 12v battery is located under the air intake box, remove it to gain access to the battery. Use a battery booster.
What kind of booster cable do I need for Kia Sportage?
Note: Pay attention to the correct cable cross-section! Gasoline engines normally need 16 mm², but larger engines can also need 25 mm². So for Kia Sportage, 16 mm² booster cable is sufficient. Jump start with another car. When connecting, pay attention to the plus and minus poles (red cable and black cable).
There are really two main ways that a vehicle will not start. The first and most common is when it won’t turn over. This just means that the engine doesn’t move when you turn the key. The second way that your Sportage won’t start is when the engine turns when you engage the starter, but it won’t fire and run on its own.
On the fourth generation of Kia Sportage (2015-2021), the 12v battery is located under the air intake box, remove it to gain access to the battery. Use a battery booster.
Note: Pay attention to the correct cable cross-section! Gasoline engines normally need 16 mm², but larger engines can also need 25 mm². So for Kia Sportage, 16 mm² booster cable is sufficient. Jump start with another car. When connecting, pay attention to the plus and minus poles (red cable and black cable).
What to do when your car won’t start?
If the starter cranks but the vehicle does not start, it is necessary to check whether there is still fuel in the tank. Sometimes the measuring needle gets stuck and you don’t even notice that the tank is actually empty. In this case, lean the car back and forth a little to see if there is any liquid in the tank.