Where is the alternator in a Kia Rio?

The alternator in the Kia Rio is located on front low-side of the engine. The alternator is much more accessible by lifting the vehicle.

How much is an alternator for a Kia Rio?

The average cost for a Kia Rio alternator replacement is between $468 and $493. Labor costs are estimated between $98 and $123 while parts are priced at $370.

How much is an alternator for a 2008 Kia Rio?

We currently carry 6 Alternator products to choose from for your 2008 Kia Rio, and our inventory prices range from as little as $133.34 up to $312.18. On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 6 different trusted brands of Alternator products for the 2008 Kia Rio.

How many belts does a Kia Rio have?

The drive belt/s on your Kia Rio uses the engine revs to power the accessories in or on the engine of your vehicle. These may include your power steering, water pump air conditioning compressor and alternator. Most Kia Rio’s have 1 or 2 drive belts and in some instances, it may be called a serpentine belt.

How do you change an alternator on a Kia Rio?

How to Replace an Alternator in a Kia Rio. Remove the air duct from the air cleaner to the throttle body by using a screwdriver to loosen the clamps and pulling the hose off. Loosen the power steering belt by using a socket to turn the tensioner bolt to relieve the tension on the belt. Remove the belt.

How do you change an alternator on a Kia Spectra?

Lower the Optima onto the ground, and reconnect the battery. Determine which alternator your Kia Spectra will need. Make sure the new alternator is compatible with your Spectra’s engine. All versions of the Kia Spectra have a 2.0 L engine. Disconnect the negative battery cable, power steering pump and its bracket with a socket wrench.

How do you remove an alternator from a car?

Remove the alternator’s top bolt, and swing the alternator out toward the fender. Remove the electrical connectors on the back of the alternator. Use a wrench to remove the heavy battery wire and just pull the plastic field plug out of its socket. Remove the remaining bolts in the alternator.

What happens when an alternator fails on a Kia?

In addition, alternators also power non-essential devices such as the radio and air conditioning. When the alternator fails, the vehicle will not fail right away as the battery will provide power for a short while. Eventually, though, the alternator will need to be replaced. On a Kia car replacing the alternator is a very lengthy process.

Remove the alternator tensioner mounting bolt and then the belt tensioner itself. Finish removing the alternator pivoting bolt. Loosen the bolt of the adjusting bracket enough to rotate the bracket upward. At this point, you’ll be able to remove the alternator.

Where is the alternator on a Kia Rio?

The alternator in the Kia Rio is located on front low-side of the engine. The alternator is much more accessible by lifting the vehicle. Since a floor jack and jack stands only offer limited room, this repair is much easier on a commercial vehicle suspension lift.

Do you remove the pivoting bolt on an alternator?

Loosen, but do not remove, the alternator pivoting bolt and the tensioner mounting bolt. This will allow you to pivot the alternator in the direction to relieve tension on the drive belt. Remove the water pump pulley and then remove the power steering pump to get it out of the way.

How do you remove water pump cover from alternator?

Start by loosening the water pump bolts. Do not remove them at this point. Next, remove the alternator B terminal cover cap by pulling it off and sliding it down the wire out of the way. Remove all the electrical connections to the alternator, including the plug.