2015 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

17 Alternator / Generator parts are listed for the 2015 Kia Optima, from VALEO, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 6 other brands. TYC 211710 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the New grade, VALEO, TYC, WAI GLOBAL and 1 other brand supply 6 parts: brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. A representative part number is TYC 211710.

In the Remanufactured grade, FVP, PURE ENERGY, REMY and 2 other brands supply 11 parts: factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. A representative part number is BOSCH AL4117X.

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

3 Alternator / Generator Pulley parts for the 2015 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — ACKOJA, CONTINENTAL and LITENS.

Listed part numbers: ACKOJA A52230007, CONTINENTAL 49732 and LITENS 930019A.

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

This group shows a single part: 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

8 Battery parts for the 2015 Kia Optima come from 7 brands — ACDELCO, DEKA, LUCAS and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is DEKA 9A48.

Listed part numbers: DEKA 9A48, LUCAS LBAGM004A and ACDELCO 48AGM, plus the other parts 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 for the 2015 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — FOUR SEASONS, GPD and VDO / CONTINENTAL.

This group includes 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

7 Blind Spot Detection Sensor parts are listed for the 2015 Kia Optima, from WELLS, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS and HL MANDO. STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS BSD14 carries the "Popular" badge. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 4 are engine-specific.

Part numbers include STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS BSD14, HL MANDO MEA010023 and HL MANDO MEA010024, among others listed 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 for the 2015 Kia Optima come from 3 brands — BUSSMANN, LITTELFUSE and DORMAN. The "Popular" part is LITTELFUSE MIN15. Every part fits all 3 engine options (2.0L L4 Turbocharged, 2.4L L4 and 2.4L L4 ELECTRIC/GAS).

In the 10 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "10 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATM10LP.

The 125 Amp section lists 1 option from LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "125 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. LITTELFUSE MEG125 is listed in this group.

The 15 Amp section lists 2 options from LITTELFUSE and BUSSMANN — grouped under the catalog's "15 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. LITTELFUSE MIN15 is listed in this group.

The 150 Amp section lists 2 options from DORMAN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "150 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. DORMAN 926011 is listed in this group.

The 20 Amp section lists 2 options from LITTELFUSE and BUSSMANN — grouped under the catalog's "20 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. LITTELFUSE MIN20 is listed in this group.

In the 25 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "25 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATM25LP.

In the 30 Amp grade, LITTELFUSE and BUSSMANN supply 4 parts: grouped under the catalog's "30 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is LITTELFUSE JCAS30.

The 40 Amp section lists 2 options from BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE — grouped under the catalog's "40 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN FMX40LP is listed in this group.

In the 50 Amp grade, BUSSMANN and LITTELFUSE supply 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "50 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN FMX50LP.

The 60 Amp section lists 1 option from BUSSMANN — grouped under the catalog's "60 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN FMX60LP is listed in this group.

The 7.5 Amp section lists 1 option from BUSSMANN — grouped under the catalog's "7.5 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN ATM712LP is listed in this group.

This table covers the HID Lighting ballasts. Read more

One part is listed for the 2015 Kia Optima — VEMO V20840043.

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

One part is listed for the 2015 Kia Optima — 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

One part is listed for the 2015 Kia Optima — 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

DORMAN supplies the 4 Side Object Sensor Module parts for the 2015 Kia Optima.

Listed part numbers: DORMAN 601430, DORMAN 601461 and DORMAN 601405, 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

14 Speed Sensor parts for the 2015 Kia Optima come from 7 brands — DELPHI, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, HOLSTEIN and 4 other brands. The "Popular" part is DELPHI SS12266.

The Economy section lists 3 options from HOLSTEIN and BECK/ARNLEY — the catalog's value-priced group. BECK/ARNLEY 0900026 is listed in this group.

In the Standard Replacement grade, DELPHI, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, WELLS and 2 other brands supply 7 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is DELPHI SS12266.

4 further parts sit outside the graded sections, 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

20 Starter Motor parts are listed for the 2015 Kia Optima, from REMY, TERREPOWER, WAI GLOBAL and 7 other brands. ACDELCO 3371176 carries the "Popular" badge.

New: 9 parts, from WAI GLOBAL, ACDELCO, HL MANDO and 5 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3371176.

Remanufactured: 9 parts, from BOSCH, REMY, TERREPOWER and 3 other brands. A representative part number is ACDELCO 3362152A.

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