2018 Kia Sorento 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

23 Alternator / Generator parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 10 brands — BOSCH, FVP, PURE ENERGY and 7 other brands. The "Popular" part is SKP SK10275.

The New section lists 12 options from SKP, WAI GLOBAL, TYC and 6 other brands — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. SKP SK10275 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section lists 11 options from ACDELCO, PURE ENERGY, BOSCH and 3 other brands — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. ACDELCO 3342871 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

9 Battery parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from ACDELCO, DEKA, FVP and 5 other brands. DEKA 9A94R carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2018 Sorento.

The AGM (Extended Life) section lists 8 options from ACDELCO, DEKA, FVP and 4 other brands — grouped under the catalog's "AGM (Extended Life)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. DEKA 9A94R is listed in this group.

The Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power) section lists 1 option from FULLRIVER — grouped under the catalog's "Performance AGM (Extended Life + Increased Power)" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. FULLRIVER FT85094R is listed in this group.

This group includes DEKA 9A94R, FVP P94RAGM and ACDELCO 94RAGMHR and the remaining 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

BUSSMANN supplies the 9 Fuse parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento. BUSSMANN FMX30LP carries the "Popular" badge. All of them fit every engine offered in the 2018 Sorento.

The 10 Amp section lists 1 option from BUSSMANN — 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 15 Amp grade, BUSSMANN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "15 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATM15LP.

In the 20 Amp grade, BUSSMANN supplies 2 parts: grouped under the catalog's "20 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN ATM20LP.

The 25 Amp section lists 1 option from BUSSMANN — 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 2 options from BUSSMANN — grouped under the catalog's "30 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. BUSSMANN FMX30LP is listed in this group.

In the 40 Amp grade, BUSSMANN supplies 1 part: grouped under the catalog's "40 Amp" designation — the notes column spells out what sets them apart. A representative part number is BUSSMANN FMX40LP.

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 group includes BUSSMANN FMX30LP, BUSSMANN ATM10LP and BUSSMANN ATM15LP and the remaining parts above.

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

This group shows a single part: DORMAN 99563ST.

This table covers the Lane Departure Camera 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

2 Lane Departure Camera / Module parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 2 brands — DORMAN and WELLS. Every part fits all 3 engine options (2.0L L4 Turbocharged, 2.4L L4 and 3.3L V6).

Part numbers include DORMAN 601978 and WELLS 8A1025.

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

4 Parking Aid Sensor parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 2 brands — TECHPRO and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS. Every part fits all 3 engine options (2.0L L4 Turbocharged, 2.4L L4 and 3.3L V6).

Listed part numbers: STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS PPS286, TECHPRO KI1175100 and TECHPRO KI1175101, plus the other parts above.

This table covers the Rain 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

This group shows a single part: VEMO V52720254.

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

12 Speed Sensor parts are listed for the 2018 Kia Sorento, from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DELPHI, HOLSTEIN and 2 other brands. DELPHI SS12425 carries the "Popular" badge.

In the Economy grade, HOLSTEIN and BECK/ARNLEY supply 3 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 0900026.

The Standard Replacement section lists 6 options from STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, DELPHI and HYUNDAI — built to original-equipment specification. DELPHI SS12425 is listed in this group.

3 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

23 Starter Motor parts for the 2018 Kia Sorento come from 9 brands — WAI GLOBAL, HL MANDO, REMY and 6 other brands. The "Popular" part is ACDELCO 3371176.

The New section: 11 options from HL MANDO, WAI GLOBAL, TYC and 3 other brands. ACDELCO 3371176 is listed in this group.

The Remanufactured section: 12 options from PURE ENERGY, BOSCH, FVP and 4 other brands. PURE ENERGY 17048 is listed in this group.