OEM Kia Starters For All Models

Start Reliably with a Quality Starter Motor

Big box stores and chains might be cheaper, but they can't guarantee the parts you're buying are genuine. Starters convert electrical energy from your Kia's battery into mechanical motion that cranks the engine for starting. This electric motor engages a gear that spins the engine's flywheel until combustion begins. Vehicles like the Kia Soul and Kia Seltos depend on reliable starters for consistent starting in all weather conditions.

Crank Your Engine to Life

The starter motor receives high current from the battery when you turn the ignition key or press the start button. An internal solenoid engages a gear called the Bendix drive that meshes with the engine's flywheel teeth. The motor spins the engine at sufficient speed for the combustion process to begin. Once the engine starts running under its own power, the starter automatically disengages and stops spinning.

Recognize Starter Failure Signs

Starters fail from worn brushes, damaged armature windings, and solenoid contact deterioration after years of use. Repeated starting cycles wear internal components gradually. Heat from the engine compartment accelerates wear on electrical connections. Grinding noises indicate damaged Bendix drive gears or flywheel teeth. Clicking sounds with no cranking suggest solenoid failure. Most starters last 80,000 to 150,000 miles before needing replacement. Alternators work with starters to complete your vehicle's electrical charging and starting system.

Genuine Kia Starter Benefits

Factory Kia starters are built to provide proper cranking torque for your engine's compression ratio and displacement. They include correct mounting configurations and electrical connections. Aftermarket starters may lack adequate power or durability for reliable starting.

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