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Component Inspection

  1. Ignition "OFF".
  2. Disconnect intake valve control solenoid connector.
  3. Measure resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of the solenoid connector (Component side).
    OCV RESISTANCE

    Temperature OCV Resistance (Ω) Temperature OCV Resistance (Ω)
    (°C) (°F) (°C) (°F)
    0 32 6.2~7.4 60 140 8.0~9.2
    20 68 6.8~8.0 80 176 8.6~9.8
    40 104 7.4~8.6      
    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals 1 And 2 Of Solenoid Connector
    G04864281Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Is resistance within specification?

    YES 

    NO 

    • Check intake valve control solenoid for contamination, deterioration, or damage. Substitute with a known-good solenoid and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace solenoid and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.