2005 Kia Optima Electrical Parts

This table covers the alternators that charge the battery and run the electrical load. Typical signs include dim lights at idle, a battery lamp, or a growl from the charging pulley. Load-test the battery and inspect the belt and grounds — a bad ground mimics a failed alternator. Read more

20 Alternator / Generator parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 9 brands — REMY, WAI GLOBAL, PURE ENERGY and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is HL MANDO 11A1064.

The New section lists 7 options from WAI GLOBAL, HL MANDO, ULTRA-POWER and 3 other brands — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. HL MANDO 11A1064 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 13 options from REMY, FVP, HYUNDAI and 4 other brands — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. ACDELCO 3342551 is listed in this group.

This table covers the batteries listed by group size and specification. Typical signs include slow cranking, a battery lamp, or a no-start after the vehicle sat overnight. Confirm group size and terminal layout in the notes. Clean the posts and the ground before condemning the battery. Read more

One part is listed for the 2005 Kia Optima — FULLRIVER FT75035.

This table covers the terminals and clamps that connect cables to the battery posts. Read more

DEKA supplies both parts for the 2005 Kia Optima. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2005 Optima.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

This table covers the flasher units that blink the turn signals and hazards. Read more

3 Flasher parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, TRIDON / NOVITA and WELLS. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2005 Optima.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS RY751, TRIDON / NOVITA EP34 and WELLS 1R2256.

This table covers the replacement fuses for this vehicle's fuse boxes. Typical signs include one circuit dead while its neighbor still works, or a fuse that blows again as soon as you replace it. Match amperage and fuse type. A repeat blow means a short — find it before the next fuse. Read more

29 Fuse parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. BUSSMANN ATM10 carries the "Popular" badge. 10 Amp, 120 Amp, 15 Amp, 20 Amp, 25 Amp, 30 Amp and 40 Amp are all represented, and 20 Amp alone accounts for 6 parts.

This table covers the speed sensors on the transmission, transfer case or ABS ring. Typical signs include a dead speedometer, harsh transmission shifts, or a code for vehicle speed. Inspect the tone wheel and the connector before replacing the sensor. Read more

41 Speed Sensor parts are listed for the 2005 Kia Optima, from WELLS, GPD, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and 13 other brands. SKP SK917607 carries the "Popular" badge. They are grouped as Economy and Standard Replacement, with Economy the largest group at 21 parts from GPD, AUTOTECNICA, BECK/ARNLEY and 6 other brands.

This table covers the starter motors that crank the engine. Typical signs include no motion, a squeal, or a motor that only runs on one speed. Confirm power, ground and the control module before replacing the motor. Read more

33 Starter Motor parts for the 2005 Kia Optima come from 13 brands — REMY, TERREPOWER, PURE ENERGY and 10 other brands. The "Popular" part is HL MANDO 12A1195. Grades run from New through Remanufactured; New is the most populated section, led by DENSO, WAI GLOBAL, HL MANDO and 9 other brands.