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Repair Procedures: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Kia Sedona. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn Ignition Switch OFF.
  2. Remove the battery and battery tray.

    (Refer to Engine Electrical System - "BATTERY ")

  3. Disconnect the solenoid valve connector (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Solenoid Valve Connector
    G11856817Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Measure the resistance between + terminal (9) and - terminal (13).
    Fig 2: Solenoid Valve Connector Terminal
    G11856818Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Check that the resistance is within the specification.
    TEMP. RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

    Item Specification
    Temp. [(°C) °F] / Resistance (kΩ) (-40) -40/48.1
    (-20) -4.0/15.6
    (0) 32.0/5.88
    (20) 68.0/2.51
    (40) 104.0/1.19
    (60) 140.0/0.61
    (80) 176.0/0.32
    (100) 212.0/0.18
    (120) 248.0/0.10
    (140) 284.0/0.06
    (150) 302.0/0.05