2014 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

22 Alternator / Generator parts for the 2014 Kia Optima come from 10 brands — PURE ENERGY, VALEO, FVP and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is HL MANDO 11A1682.

The New section lists 8 options from VALEO, WAI GLOBAL, HL MANDO and 2 other brands — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. HL MANDO 11A1682 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 14 options from PURE ENERGY, FVP, REMY and 2 other brands — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. BOSCH AL4117X is listed in this group.

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

6 Alternator / Generator Pulley parts are listed for the 2014 Kia Optima, from CONTINENTAL, INA, ACDELCO and 2 other brands. INA EA0217 carries the "Popular" badge. 1 part fits every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific.

Part numbers include INA EA0217, ACDELCO 37168P and ACKOJA A52230007, among others listed above.

This table covers the sirens in the anti-theft system. Read more

One part is listed for the 2014 Kia Optima — HYUNDAI 957101R000.

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

7 Battery parts are listed for the 2014 Kia Optima, from DEKA, LUCAS, ACDELCO and 4 other brands. DEKA 9A48 carries the "Popular" badge.

Part numbers include DEKA 9A48, LUCAS LBAGM004A and ACDELCO 48AGM, among others listed above.

This table covers the Battery Cooling fans. Typical signs include overheating at idle, a fan that never comes on, or a blade that hits the shroud. Confirm the fan command and the relay before replacing the assembly. Read more

3 Battery Cooling Fan parts are listed for the 2014 Kia Optima, from FOUR SEASONS, GPD and VDO / CONTINENTAL.

Listed part numbers: FOUR SEASONS 76805, GPD 2312073 and VDO / CONTINENTAL PM9508.

This table covers the Blind Spot Detection 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

9 Blind Spot Detection Sensor parts for the 2014 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — WELLS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and HL MANDO. The "Popular" part is STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS BSD14. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific.

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS BSD14, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS BSD10 and HL MANDO MEA010023, plus the other parts above.

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

21 Fuse parts are listed for the 2014 Kia Optima, from BUSSMANN, LITTELFUSE and DORMAN. LITTELFUSE MIN15 carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2014 Optima.

The 10 Amp section lists 2 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "10 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATM10LP is listed in this group.

In the 125 Amp grade, LITTELFUSE supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "125 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is LITTELFUSE MEG125.

In the 15 Amp grade, LITTELFUSE and BUSSMANN supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "15 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is LITTELFUSE MIN15.

In the 150 Amp grade, DORMAN and LITTELFUSE supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "150 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is DORMAN 926011.

In the 20 Amp grade, LITTELFUSE and BUSSMANN supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "20 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is LITTELFUSE MIN20.

The 25 Amp section lists 2 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "25 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATM25LP is listed in this group.

The 30 Amp section lists 4 options from LITTELFUSE and BUSSMANN — grouped under the catalog's "30 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. LITTELFUSE JCAS30 is listed in this group.

In the 40 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "40 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN FMX40LP.

The 50 Amp section lists 2 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "50 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN FMX50LP is listed in this group.

In the 60 Amp grade, BUSSMANN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "60 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN FMX60LP.

In the 7.5 Amp grade, BUSSMANN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "7.5 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATM712LP.

This table covers the HID Lighting ballasts. Read more

This group shows a single part: VEMO V20840043.

This table covers the key fobs that lock, unlock and start the vehicle. Read more

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 99560ST.

This table covers the ultrasonic park-aid sensors in the bumper. 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

This group shows a single part: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS PPS263.

This table covers the Side Object Sensor modules. Typical signs include a cluster of unrelated faults, a no-communication code, or a module that will not sleep. Confirm power, ground and programming compatibility in the notes. Modules are rarely plug-and-play across years. Read more

6 Side Object Sensor Module parts for the 2014 Kia Optima come from DORMAN.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 601404, DORMAN 601430 and DORMAN 601461, plus the other parts above.

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

10 Speed Sensor parts are listed for the 2014 Kia Optima, from DELPHI, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS and 3 other brands. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SC516 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, BECK/ARNLEY supplies 1 part: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 0900026.

The Standard Replacement section lists 4 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DELPHI, HYUNDAI and 1 other brand — built to original-equipment specification. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SC516 is listed in this group.

5 ungrouped parts are not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.

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

34 Starter Motor parts for the 2014 Kia Optima come from 11 brands — REMY, TERREPOWER, WAI GLOBAL and 8 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 3371176. They are grouped as New and Remanufactured, with Remanufactured the largest group at 17 parts from BOSCH, REMY, TERREPOWER and 5 other brands.