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Easy Kia Optima Starter Replacement 

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In this video I show how to replace the starter on a 2012 Kia Optima without removing the intake. This repair should take the average person about an hour. Anyone with basic tools can do this repair. It really isn’t very hard.
There aren’t many Optima specific videos out there. The ones that are show to completely remove the intake to get to the starter. That method requires removal of a lot of plugs and vacuum connections that a novice mechanic may find intimidating. My goal here is to simplify the process enough that anyone with basic tools can have to confidence to tackle the job themselves and know that they can do it.
Money is tight these days. Anyone watching this video is trying to save where they can. I hope that I am able to help you save hundreds of dollars by doing this yourself.
If my video helps you, please hit the like button, subscribe to my channel, and leave a comment. Be kind to someone today!

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@jessehutch6239
@jessehutch6239 2 года назад
This was a life saver for real. I live in my car due to losing my place and job after covid and when my starter went out I really thought it was the end for me and was about to give up but after watching this I realized I can do it. I found a used starter from b n r auto wrecking for $71 and was able to install it quickly. I was so worried I was going to be towed and loss my only form of shelter so thank you thank you thank you. I'll pay it forward and help who ever I can if there stuck on the side of the road. I always do.god bless brother
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
I think this is the best feedback I have ever gotten. Thank you so much for sharing. Best wishes getting back on your feet.
@thegreatecb
@thegreatecb Год назад
​@@ufixit - Will this work for a 2018 Optima year?
@garywright1691
@garywright1691 Год назад
Under the car 3 bolts. Two bolts on stater. Two wires..bless them ten minutes
@TheArchbow7
@TheArchbow7 Год назад
I hope things are going better for you. your situation helped me put my issues into perspective
@alialimahmab2855
@alialimahmab2855 Год назад
I’m 😊😊😅😅😅😅😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊
@wellsmitchell49
@wellsmitchell49 2 месяца назад
You saved my life with this, man. I had given up on getting this starter out, which meant losing my job, being out on the street, turning to crime, prostitution, and the brief respite offered by drugs. You really helped me out. That sounds like a joke, but that's the reality of being in a tough spot with no options.
@joshuasmith2613
@joshuasmith2613 5 месяцев назад
ABSOLUTE WINNER!! You are the ONLY one to walk through the steps and not overcomplicate the process. Thank you very much. Great video!
@tatianamundo7
@tatianamundo7 2 года назад
Outstanding video! I replaced my starter on Monday & this was a life saver. I took pictures along the way to verify specific bolt locations so that nothing was not in correct location. After I installed the new starter it started right up without a problem. However there was a rookie mistake at which I forgot to plug the sensor back into the throttlebody lol All in all the only thing I would add is if any feminine women suddenly develop the urge to work on vehicles make sure to use big curved nose pliers when undoing clips so that you do not break a nail.💃💋 Thanks for sharing & helping out people in need of tips
@dwightleachmon4135
@dwightleachmon4135 Год назад
This has to be one of the best how to videos I’ve ever seen on RU-vid. The alternate removal process he created was a life saver. The tools listed were spot on and so were the instructions. He definitely saved me money and time. Thank you sir!!
@scottormiston5496
@scottormiston5496 2 года назад
This is a well put together presentation, and it will save me a bunch of time. It even gives a list of all tools needed. 5 stars
@rikkfortini6005
@rikkfortini6005 Год назад
Perfect for what I needed! I mean PERFECT! This was the best DIY video I've ever used. Everything went exactly as shown. The needed tools were spot on too. Thank you very much!
@Revelation22_5
@Revelation22_5 11 месяцев назад
This guy is such a hero. Already replaced it, but did it again just to help others! I tip my hat to you sir.
@609_
@609_ 2 года назад
Thank you brother! 😸👍🏼 Son took his '12 Optima to dealer and was quoted $750 in Tempe AZ on 10-01-2021. Watched your video twice before doing the work with my son. We watched it several times DURING the process. Followed all of your instructions as you recommended. 😎. At the moment of truth the car started 😸👍🏼. Total time 90 mins. 🇺🇸. $145 for starter at O'Reilly's in Prescott AZ. Thank you again. New sub.
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
I love this kind of feedback. Glad you were able to fix it and save a ton of money. Thank you for the comments.
@609_
@609_ 2 года назад
@@ufixit thanks for your video. you're the real MVP
@jroctheplug3775
@jroctheplug3775 Год назад
I’m gonna attempt this rn
@donnieboyd5846
@donnieboyd5846 2 года назад
Thanks , you did a great job in explaining and showing how to remove the starter, two thumbs up!!
@Nightwolf769
@Nightwolf769 Год назад
Very much appreciate the fact that you actually took this apart Twice! Once to actually fix it, and once to do the video! Makes my life so much easier! My daughter's starter is starting to go, appreciate your time soooo much Brother!
@ufixit
@ufixit Год назад
Glad it helped!
@Aleksander_Jones21
@Aleksander_Jones21 2 месяца назад
I like that you are very detailed but you don’t take forever to explain everything you are straight to the point but you make sure it’s easy enough to learn
@joemcnamara2944
@joemcnamara2944 2 года назад
Great video. I've got one coming in the shop in the morning. I'm sure you're gonna save me a lot of time. Thx again.
@hilltj4
@hilltj4 3 месяца назад
Fantastic video! Just did the starter tonight on my wife’s Kia Optima. The step-by-step process was amazing!
@juancolon6362
@juancolon6362 Год назад
This video is great and really detailed in the procedures required to get to and remove the starter of the vehicle. Thumbs Up!!!
@scottmcdonald7577
@scottmcdonald7577 Год назад
Let me add another complement to your video. I just finished replacing my starter on my 2013 kia in a parking lot. I've never had a starter go out the way this one did. It was working great.....never an issue. Drove to my work location finished my work. Got in my Kia to drive home and the starter wouldn't turn over the engine. Made a strange whining sound. I could tell it was the starter. Picked one up the next day at Autozone and replaced it. Your video provided great information to assist - not removing the intake manifold but just loosening it....great advice. Worked perfectly. Thank you!
@gregorywallace7614
@gregorywallace7614 Год назад
I'm forever watching videos of how this kind of stuff is done, a different way to get a job done. I'm not at the point yet where I need to do this to my Sorento, but I'll end up saving this video to come back to when the time comes.
@brittneyfitzpatrick3627
@brittneyfitzpatrick3627 Год назад
This video helped me complete the replacement of my starter on 2013 Kia Optima. Only thing different I ran into with the different years was the fan had two clips at the bottom. Thanks a million. LOVE the tool list!!!!! Saved me $$$$$$ thanks again!
@ufixit
@ufixit Год назад
I love this kind of feedback. Glad you got it fixed
@anthonyslepsky2929
@anthonyslepsky2929 3 года назад
Very Helpful! I Will be following your instructions to replace the starter. Thank you!
@rashadhogan6808
@rashadhogan6808 5 месяцев назад
Thanks bro I followed all your steps and it worked out amazingly. Back up and running thanks to you
@miguelcardenas8860
@miguelcardenas8860 3 года назад
This video was a huge help, thank you man! Was able to remove it withoit takimg off the radiator hose, besides that i followed the instructions to the T. I also removed the harness bracket of the battery cable to the started, it gave me a bit more wiggle room. Thanks again!
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Glad you found it helpful. Thanks for the tip about being able to do it without taking off the radiator hose.
@frederickclayborn6543
@frederickclayborn6543 Год назад
Man you are a lifesaver really appreciate the way you broke it all down and I have already liked and subscribed 👍👍
@marcusbryant7928
@marcusbryant7928 11 месяцев назад
Thank you for being selfless and posting this video!!!
@DavidBowCrazyBabyak86
@DavidBowCrazyBabyak86 8 месяцев назад
Great job explaining everything and thank you, i was told you had to take the intake off but you fixed that problem thank you so much
@tomlatorre8257
@tomlatorre8257 2 года назад
Great video. This was very helpful & I appreciate you taking the time to post it. THANKS!!!
@2beards2bikes24
@2beards2bikes24 2 года назад
Bro! This was the most life saving video when swapping this out! Funny thing was it wasn’t the issue but man was this great!
@user-tp6vk7gc2r
@user-tp6vk7gc2r Год назад
Your the reason I was able to change my starter in my driveway!! Thank you sir!! Liked and subscribed!!!
@jessediaz34
@jessediaz34 3 года назад
Worked just like you said. Starter was good but wouldn't of been able to do it if it weren't for your video. Thank you very much!
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Awesome!
@timothyarredondo9335
@timothyarredondo9335 Год назад
My son and I just changed out his started after watching your video. Solid video! the only rough spot was getting the starter from under the intake and putting the new one in. Other than that it went smooth.
@spyromcfarfenugen
@spyromcfarfenugen Год назад
Doin this on my daughters car now awesome vid. Just watched as i sit in my car in the rain. Now to get to it! Thanks for the vid Sir
@lewisgray5015
@lewisgray5015 3 года назад
Thanks for the great step by step video. I just removed my started exactly as you described… 💪🏾
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Awesome! Glad you got it.
@jeremylarson9102
@jeremylarson9102 Год назад
I'm mechanic worked ah shop for 5years like 6years ago and never worked on this starter this was by far excellent video thanks so much
@sorenfarmer4637
@sorenfarmer4637 11 дней назад
Thank you for the helpful video! The repair took way longer, and I also had to loosen the bracket (2 additional bolts) to the left of the starter in order to get the starter out. I just couldn't maneuver it like you did until I did that.
@brandoncooper1546
@brandoncooper1546 3 года назад
Great video and straight to the point. I believe it's time to change my wife's starter. Thanks for the help and you've got a new subscriber.
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Awesome. I'm glad I was able to help.
@zaza6151
@zaza6151 9 месяцев назад
God Bless you! you're a life savor. The dealership quoted me $1125 saying it will take 4 hours.
@whocares2078
@whocares2078 7 месяцев назад
U fix it garage, your video provides better explanation than the other videos I have watched on this topic. Thanks, I will be trying this shortly.
@unmaskedjoker
@unmaskedjoker 6 месяцев назад
Thank you for the huge help my kia starter was shot and this video helped me and my father get my kia 2013 [134k miles ] running great
@josephmorris3584
@josephmorris3584 2 года назад
Perfect description on replacement. All tips on point!! Thanks a lot
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
Glad it was helpful!
@allenciesielski5311
@allenciesielski5311 3 года назад
This is a great video and thanks for posting it. I found a little easier way to do it without removing some stuff and not removing radiator hose or fan. Thanks again
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
That's great! I'm glad the video was helpful.
@amadcanders1607
@amadcanders1607 9 месяцев назад
That was a excellent display on how to remove a starter and I thank you for making a video about it.😊😊😊😊
@gsizegs
@gsizegs Год назад
Thanks. Going to pick the replacement up now and swapping it. Great video, thanks again.
@yankotactical1134
@yankotactical1134 2 года назад
Thank you! You are very thorough and the video is appreciated!!!
@mikemccants8719
@mikemccants8719 Год назад
Great video my man! My daughter has the same exact car. I will know what to do if starter replacement is needed. Thanks a mill
@rambor1497
@rambor1497 2 года назад
To start with I'm not a mechanic. Looking at this video I figured to try. Your step by step was good for a non mechanic to do it. Thanks it was helpful. One thing you should've mentioned at the beginning was to be positive it's your starter that's the problem. Turner out it was my starter switch that was out. Oh well now I know how to replace a though. 😆
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
Thank you for the feedback and recommendations. Glad you got it fixed.
@RamirezBAMF
@RamirezBAMF 7 месяцев назад
Literally just did it myself on my 2017 Kia Optima EX thanks to this amazing video thanks man
@DavidBowCrazyBabyak86
@DavidBowCrazyBabyak86 7 месяцев назад
Thank you so much for this video. Help me out tremendously and save me a lot of money
@b3dc
@b3dc 2 года назад
Great and effective video. I was able to change my bad starter following the straight forward instructions. It really is easier than I thought it would be. Except for jiggling the starter out from behind the intake it. That part was mad frustrating!
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
Glad you got it fixed. Thanks for the feedback.
@b3dc
@b3dc 2 года назад
@@ufixit Thank you! I couldn't have done it and I wouldn't have even tried it. if I hadn't found you're video.
@heatherburns4720
@heatherburns4720 4 месяца назад
Thanks for video. My brother and I were able to follow you and get to my starter.
@jsnmrphy
@jsnmrphy 15 дней назад
Thank you Mr Life Saver! only thing i will add. I was able to perform this with out removing the water hose. I used a bungy cord to tie the hose up attached to the lift hook.
@paullafay4730
@paullafay4730 Год назад
Thank you for this video I was at a complete loss on doing the starter I have replaced the head gasket but I didn't wanna take the intake manifold off
@4estbeck
@4estbeck 6 месяцев назад
Thank sir this video helped me replace my starter to my 2016 kia optima and saved me money.
@joemarkey
@joemarkey 3 месяца назад
Such a great description. Did it with the help of my son. Thanks!
@parkerbywater9240
@parkerbywater9240 8 месяцев назад
Great video. Helped me do this on a 2013 Kia optima. One thing that may be different on the 2013 is that I could not get the starter out without removing the whole bracket below the intake manifold that supports it. Feel the bracket back to where it connects to the block and there are two screws to remove. With this bracket out of the way the starter pretty much comes straight down
@aridematos3555
@aridematos3555 Год назад
Thanks a bunch! I was able to do it by following your tutorial!
@christopherrobinson4142
@christopherrobinson4142 9 месяцев назад
Awesome instructions! Thanks for the easy to understand instructions. 💯
@misfitvernell
@misfitvernell 2 года назад
After changing mine in 3°.. your video helped me alot. Thanks so much
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
Thank you for the feedback. Glad it helped.
@dannycarter1399
@dannycarter1399 2 года назад
Awesome video! Very detailed and to the point!
@nighthawk6921
@nighthawk6921 2 года назад
Very detailed video. Will make the job a easier. Thanks
@frederickclayborn6543
@frederickclayborn6543 Год назад
Oh and by the way when you type in how to do the starter on this certain year your video is the first to pop up!!!!
@coreyd944
@coreyd944 Год назад
Thanks so much brother, my gf car having same issue, you really saved me an age of time here. Kudos
@mauriceligon6153
@mauriceligon6153 2 года назад
Great advice. I replaced the starter in 2hours. You are a great tech.......
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
Thank you for the feedback. I love hearing the success stories.
@panthers559
@panthers559 3 года назад
Great video , did this today for the hell of it , very simple job , can actually do this fairly easy , if you go under the vehicle and remove the protection plate and the intake manifold stay plate , then go topside and hit the mount bolts
@CountryBlessingz
@CountryBlessingz 2 года назад
Can I do this with an older model Kia???
@panthers559
@panthers559 2 года назад
@@CountryBlessingz depends what year and make honestly?
@CountryBlessingz
@CountryBlessingz 2 года назад
@@panthers559 Thanks I got it fixed
@user-dy7nq8ni6h
@user-dy7nq8ni6h Год назад
Thanks for the video. It is very detailed on how to do it.
@sandyrinks1834
@sandyrinks1834 Год назад
I might add, no need to loosen. the manifold. At the bottom of the manifold in the middle is a metal bracket with four bolts. Remove the top two and bottom right bolts which allows the bracket to swing away and the starter will fall out the bottom. Remove plug and wire from starter and reinstall the new one. Also no need to remove the top radiator hose, just zip tie or bungy the hose back towards the manifold. You do need to remove the hose middle bracket one screw.
@dignopadron372
@dignopadron372 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for the video. Save me some time to do the job.
@KnightsoftheN1te
@KnightsoftheN1te 2 года назад
This video helped me with replacing a starter on a 2.4 16 Sorento. Good stuff.
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
Thank you for the feedback. I'm glad it helped you save some $$$
@justinbrewer9326
@justinbrewer9326 Год назад
Like many have said,, excellent video, great detail, great speed. Thanks for showing this.
@ufixit
@ufixit Год назад
Absolutely! Glad it helped
@davidlynch1576
@davidlynch1576 3 месяца назад
Thanks for the video it was very helpful. Did one today and you don’t actually have to take the intake loose. Just take the lower mount off for the intake and you can wiggle it out.
@johnlocklear8575
@johnlocklear8575 3 года назад
Awesome video had to fix my wife's car. Your video was spot on. I can not thank you enough.
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Thats great! Glad I was able to help. Have a happy new year. Goodbye 2020!!
@Titanmone
@Titanmone 3 года назад
@@ufixit is there anyway to test the starter before pulling it off? I have one same kind tried to jump the relay but nothing happens just a spark so seems starter is bad
@MT-zk1zf
@MT-zk1zf 2 года назад
Thank you for your detail step by step. Awesome
@Jimbolo619
@Jimbolo619 2 года назад
Great video. One thing that wasnt mentioned in this video however, is that the coolant system should be bled for air after the installation of the starter. Anytime any coolant hose is disconnected the coolant system needs to be bled to avoid air pockets in the system, which can cause failure with water pump, thermostat etc. If you dont bleed the system you should be okay but the proper way to avoid serious engine issues due to the cooling system is to bleed the system properly. You can look up videos on that also.
@joshuap5820
@joshuap5820 Год назад
Thanks for the video. It mostly gave my the confidence to do it knowing it didn’t have to take the whole air intake off. Took me 1.5 hours. Back together in about 5-10 mins. Funny how that works out. I’m commenting though to add that with I figured it was worth trying and with alittle finesse you can skip loosening the air intake all together! Thanks for the video!! Will subscribe.
@joshuap5820
@joshuap5820 Год назад
Just want to add though if you take the entire air box off it gives you lots of room and that helped a lot too, takes just a min or two and pops right off.
@andrewcarrico2714
@andrewcarrico2714 3 года назад
I’m just about to do this! Thanks for the video!
@eddieestep5110
@eddieestep5110 3 года назад
L
@jorgem8904371
@jorgem8904371 Год назад
Thank you for the great video and your help to others
@MySpace662
@MySpace662 Год назад
This vlog gives you a good start in replacing a starter.
@timtrudesnyder5787
@timtrudesnyder5787 Месяц назад
Helped me with my 2013 Kia Forte starter replacement. Thanks😊
@belliletroy
@belliletroy Год назад
All went as planned, thank you kind sir
@jrobles78586
@jrobles78586 2 года назад
Sir.. great video, thank you for doing this with great explanation of how to do this. My son's car just had this problem with his kia.. again thank you so much.. please keep on making more great vids.. also I am a new subscriber
@49wopp
@49wopp 2 года назад
Thanks bro made it easy for me really appreciate you.
@daleweston4191
@daleweston4191 Год назад
Just like the other 200+ people, Great Video much appreciated
@AaronSmith-uc7gs
@AaronSmith-uc7gs 3 года назад
Never worked on a car before but gonna try this today.
@tracylleras3607
@tracylleras3607 2 месяца назад
Thank you, great video, my son and I replaced our starter.
@jessesanchez2266
@jessesanchez2266 3 года назад
Great video did it on my 2013 EX. Only thing I did different was removing the started and taking the nut off when the started is dropped all the way down. Follow the wiring behind the started until you get to a plastic pin that comes off easily this allows it to drop all the way down.
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Great tip. Thank you.
@williamjones8552
@williamjones8552 2 года назад
Great job explaining how to take out
@michaelg2133
@michaelg2133 8 месяцев назад
Thank you! It’s very helpful video
@rickeythomasjr.4811
@rickeythomasjr.4811 2 года назад
Great video. It really helped me. Thanks!
@johnscherrer7364
@johnscherrer7364 2 года назад
Headed to the autosalvage yard now. Thx for this video!
@ss-qe7fb
@ss-qe7fb 3 года назад
That is avery good video, well done, I will use it to replace my starter!!! Thanks
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Great! Nothing better than fixing something yourself, saving money, and knowing the job is done right.
@mjbakos5356
@mjbakos5356 3 года назад
Thank you very much for your time , this was very very helpful indeed.
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Glad it helped. Hope you can save some money doing it yourself.
@omarcarnegie7614
@omarcarnegie7614 3 года назад
So the starter last for 8 years in that car?
@MichaelJohnson-xu3zc
@MichaelJohnson-xu3zc 2 года назад
Thank you for all your help
@brianmcneill8424
@brianmcneill8424 10 месяцев назад
Thank you for this video it helped me tremendously thank you...
@adamefernando89
@adamefernando89 3 года назад
Awesome video I just didn’t want to mess with the cooling system so I left it intact just move the hose out of the way. But other than that straight follow all the way !! Thanks again
@ufixit
@ufixit 3 года назад
Yep. Several folks have done that. Makes sense and saves having to buy antifreeze. Thank you for the feedback.
@tupipitu
@tupipitu 3 года назад
Wow
@TommyToliver
@TommyToliver 2 месяца назад
Thanks. Helped me out a lot.
@dennispreston381
@dennispreston381 3 года назад
Helped me tremendously thanks
@jaspernemesio3816
@jaspernemesio3816 2 года назад
Thanks for this great video!
@cmeonbmx
@cmeonbmx Год назад
Well I liked it because you gave me the Start information to get started the starter will arrive Wednesday today's Monday I'm hoping in 1 hour I can have it all out. Thanks for the information so far
@ufixit
@ufixit Год назад
How did it go? I hope you got it.
@cmeonbmx
@cmeonbmx Год назад
@@ufixit sorry I forgot to post an update
@gregbaldwin9661
@gregbaldwin9661 5 месяцев назад
Good job. This saves time. Thanks.
@cweyant2000
@cweyant2000 2 года назад
EXCELLENT VIDEO, Well done and detailed! Cudos!
@ufixit
@ufixit 2 года назад
Thank you. Glad it helped.
@jerryc.9163
@jerryc.9163 Год назад
Thank you so much. Great informative video.
@funlife5458
@funlife5458 6 месяцев назад
Thanks for the video, I remove my starter with out loosing up the bolts on exhaust manifold, an fortunately the new one doesn't want to go back an less I loose the manifold 😂, thanks again 👍
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