Electrical problems are a headache for any driver, as they seem to appear out of nowhere. Most of your car’s systems require electricity, and a small electrical problem can rapidly cause other problems. Fortunately, your Kia dealer can fix an issue with your car’s electrical system. These are examples of problems we can fix.
3 Electrical Problems You Should Always Fix at Your Kia Dealer
Damaged Alternator
The alternator in your Kia is responsible for generating all your car’s electricity. It does this by converting mechanical energy into AC and then DC. The power it produces is then transmitted to each system and device via wiring. An alternator has a relatively long life of approximately eight years. An alternator will, however, produce less electricity as it ages.
An older alternator will eventually not be able to produce enough power for all your car’s systems. When this happens, you’ll experience problems like random electrical glitches, starting difficulties, and even a dead battery. A worn alternator can’t be repaired, but we can test it for you and replace it if it’s failing.
Failed Starter Solenoid
Some of the power generated by the alternator is used to recharge your battery. This is essential, as the battery uses a large amount of electricity to power the starter motor. When you push the button, an electrical charge is sent from the battery to the starter solenoid. This powers the starter motor, and the motor then cranks your engine.
If your starter motor is damaged, it’s impossible to start the engine. You can test for a starter motor failure by listening for a slight click when you press the start button. If you hear a click, the starter is working but isn’t receiving enough power. If you don’t hear a click, the starter motor has failed. Our technicians will examine the motor and repair or replace it depending on the situation.
Damaged Spark Plugs
The spark plugs provide the ignition source for combustion. A spark plug is attached to each cylinder in your engine. When the fuel-air mixture in the cylinder is fully compressed, the spark plug will ignite it to create combustion. Spark plugs wear out over time, and we routinely replace them according to your car’s service schedule.
Spark plugs can also be damaged by other engine problems, for example, a low level of air in the engine. If your engine doesn’t have enough air, the engine will become fuel-rich. A fuel-rich engine makes combustion more difficult as fuel can’t burn without enough air to allow the spark plugs to ignite successfully. We’ll examine your plugs and can quickly replace any damaged ones for you.
If you see signs of a problem with your car’s electrical system, call our service department right away at Crain Kia of Conway.
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