2008 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

19 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Optima, from PURE ENERGY, WAI GLOBAL, BOSCH and 7 other brands. HL MANDO 11A1076 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, WAI GLOBAL, VALEO, HL MANDO and 2 other brands supply 7 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is HL MANDO 11A1076.

In the Remanufactured grade, FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 5 other brands supply 12 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is WAI GLOBAL 11189R.

This table covers the pulleys on the alternator shaft. Typical signs include a growl or chirp that follows engine speed, or a pulley that will not spin freely by hand. Spin each pulley with the belt off. Roughness or play means replace it with the belt. Read more

2 Alternator / Generator Pulley parts for the 2008 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — INA and VEMO.

This group includes INA EA02191 and VEMO V53230002.

This table covers the Automatic Headlamp sensors. Typical signs include a warning lamp, a stored code, or a reading that drops out when the harness is wiggled. Inspect the connector and ground before replacing the sensor — wiring faults are often condemned as bad sensors. Read more

2 Automatic Headlamp Sensor parts for the 2008 Kia Optima come from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL168 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS EFL169.

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

This group shows a single part: FULLRIVER FT75035.

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

2 Battery Terminal parts for the 2008 Kia Optima come from DEKA.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 00350 and DEKA 01056.

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

This group shows a single part: TRIDON / NOVITA EP34.

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

26 Fuse parts for the 2008 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE. The "Popular" part is BUSSMANN ATM10. 10 Amp, 125 Amp, 15 Amp, 150 Amp, 20 Amp, 25 Amp, 30 Amp, 40 Amp and 50 Amp are all represented, and 30 Amp alone accounts for 6 parts.

This table covers the horns mounted in the front of the vehicle. Read more

This group shows a single part: HELLA 011225901.

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

44 Speed Sensor parts for the 2008 Kia Optima come from 18 brands — VEMO, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS and 15 other brands. The "Popular" part is HOLSTEIN 2VSS0012. Grades run from Economy through Standard Replacement; Economy is the most populated section, led by VEMO, AUTOTECNICA, GPD and 7 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

23 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 2008 Kia Optima, from PURE ENERGY, BOSCH, REMY and 7 other brands. HL MANDO 12A1369 carries the "Popular" badge.

New: 8 parts, from WAI GLOBAL, HL MANDO, PURE ENERGY and 4 other brands. A representative part number is HL MANDO 12A1369.

Remanufactured: 15 parts, from PURE ENERGY, ACDELCO, BOSCH and 6 other brands. A representative part number is AUTO 7 5760095R.

This table covers the Starter solenoids. Typical signs include a harsh or missing shift, or a code for this solenoid circuit. Check resistance and the connector before dropping the pan for a solenoid. Read more

One part is listed for the 2008 Kia Optima — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SS804.

This table covers the regulators that control alternator output voltage. Read more

2 Voltage Regulator parts for the 2008 Kia Optima come from 2 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and WELLS.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS VR848 and WELLS 1V1541.