LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone
Home >> Kia >> 2008 >> Sorento Base, A5SR1 >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Engine Performance >> Tune-Up >> Ignition System >> On-Vehicle Inspection >> Spark Test

Spark Test

  1. Remove the ignition coil connector (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Coil Connector And Ignition Coil
    G05118173Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the ignition coil (B).
  3. Using a spark plug socket, remove the spark plug,
  4. Install the spark plug to the ignition coil.
  5. Ground the spark plug to the engine.
    Fig 2: Checking Spark At Spark Plug
    G04882064Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Check if spark occurs while engine is being cranked.
    NOTE: To prevent fuel being injected from injectors while the engine is being cranked, remove the fuel pump (A) relay from the fuse box. Crank the engine for no more than 5-10 seconds.
    Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Pump Relay From Fuse Box
    G05118175Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Inspect all the spark plugs.
  8. Using a spark plug socket, install the spark plug.
  9. Install the ignition coil.
  10. Reconnect the ignition coil connector.
    Fig 4: Ignition System Check Chart
    G04803988Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.