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Spark Test

  1. Disconnect the spark plug cable from the spark plug.
    Fig 1: Identifying Spark Plug Cables
    G00718825Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Using a spark plug socket, remove spark plug.
  3. Install the spark plug to the spark plug cable.
  4. Ground the spark plug to the engine.
    Fig 2: Grounding Spark Plug
    G00718826Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Check that spark occurs while engine is being cranked. Crank the engine for no more than 5 - 10 seconds.
    NOTE: To prevent fuel being injected from injectors while the engine is being cranked, remove the fuel pump relay (A) from the fuse box.
    Fig 3: Identifying Fuel Pump Relay
    G00718827Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Inspect all the spark plugs.
  7. Using a spark plug socket, install the spark plug.
  8. Install the spark plug cable.
Fig 4: Ignition System Troubleshooting Flow Chart
G00718828Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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