2003 Kia RIO WHEN TURNED TO ON CAR starts and the starter will not stop turning

Kias are known for sticking key locks, Make sure the key is returning to the run position

Replace the starter.

Removal & Installation

1.5L & 1.6L (VIN 5) Engines

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the 4 upper intake manifold stay bracket bolts.
4. Disconnect the starter electrical connections.
5. Remove the upper starter bolts.
6. Remove the lower starter mounting bolt(s) and the starter.
   
   

   Fig. Starter mounting-1.5L and 1.6L engines
   

1. Install the starter.
2. Install the lower starter bolt and tighten to 27-38 ft. lbs. (37-52 Nm).
3. Connect the starter electrical connections.
4. Install the intake manifold support bracket and finger-tighten the 3 mounting bolts. Tighten the lower bolt to 27-38 ft. lbs. (37-52 Nm).
5. Install the 4 upper intake manifold stay bracket bolts and tighten to 27-38 ft. lbs. (37-52 Nm).
6. Install the upper starter bolts and tighten to 27-38 ft. lbs. (37-52 Nm).
7. Connect the negative battery cable.

1. Before servicing the vehicle, refer to the Precautions Section.
2. Remove or disconnect the following:
   
   Negative battery cable Air intake assembly Shift cable and bracket Starter electrical connections Starter
   

1. Install or connect the following:
   
   Starter Starter electrical connections Shift cable Air intake assembly Negative battery cable