KIA Niro: Ignition System

Description

Ignition timing is controlled by the electronic control ignition timing system. The standard reference ignition timing data for the engine operating conditions are preprogrammed in the memory of the ECM
(Engine Control Module).

The engine operating conditions (speed, load, warm-up condition, etc.) are detected by the various
sensors. Based on these sensor signals and the ignition timing data, signals to interrupt the primary
current are sent to the ECM. The ignition coil is activated, and timing is controlled.

On-vehicle Inspection

Inspect ignition coil assembly and Perform spark test

  1. Check for DTCs.

Warning

If a DTC is present, perform Troubleshooting in accordance with the procedure for that DTC. (Refer to DTC guide)

  1. Check if sparks occur.

(1) Remove the engine cover.

(2) Remove the ignition coils.

(Refer to Ignition System - "Ignition Coil")

(3) Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plugs.

(4) Disconnect the injector extension connectors.

(5) Ground the spark plug to the engine.

(6) Check if sparks occur at each spark plug while engine is being cranked.

(6) Check if sparks occur at each spark plug while engine is being cranked.

Warning

Do not crank the engine for more then 5 seonds.

  1. If sparks do not occur, perform the following test.

  1. Using a spark plug wrench, install spark plugs.
  2. Install the ignition coils.
  3. Install the engine cover.

Specification

Description

Description

An ignition coil is an induction coil in an engine's ignition system which transforms the battery's low voltage to the high voltage needed to create an electric spark in the spark plugs to ignite the fuel. Coils have an internal resistor while others rely on a resistor wire or an external resistor to limit the current flowing into the coil from the battery 12 V supply.

Circuit Diagram

Ignition Coil Connector Terminal Function

Ignition Coil Connector Terminal Function

Connector View

Ignition Coil Terminal Function

Ignition Coil Terminal Function

Ignition Coil (Cylinder #1)

Ignition Coil (Cylinder #2)

Ignition Coil (Cylinder #2)

Ignition Coil (Cylinder #3)

Ignition Coil (Cylinder #3)

Ignition Coil (Cylinder #4)

Ignition Coil (Cylinder #4)

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting

Connector assembly status test

  1. Remove the connector (A) and reinstall it.

Test for changing position of each ignition coil

Test for changing position of each ignition coil

  1. Ignition coil w/ misfire code
  2. Ignition coil w/o misfire code

Warning

Do not move with spark plug at the same time (move the ignition coil only)

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