New here, 02 Optima electrical problem/help needed

Slovak · 06-21-2007, 08:37 PM

Lately I have been having a problem that every time I step on the brakes, or turn on the turn signal, etc., the headlights dim, clock radio time dims, and radio even loses sound for a second. Any ideas what can cause this or where to even begin looking for the problem? No aftermarket anything in it. It is an 02 se v6.

Classic boy · 06-22-2007, 05:44 AM

I suspect that the brake pedal may be rubbing on a wiring harness and possibly shorting a wire or wires. Worth a look under the dash to see if it is happening.

Slovak · 06-22-2007, 07:16 AM

I'll look, but how would that explain the turn signal causing the same, but to a lesser extent?

canakia · 06-22-2007, 09:06 AM

Check this out and it may help..

http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-magent...tml#post161376

pgdude · 06-22-2007, 09:53 AM

Great question, and a great solution. I have yet to experience this with my '02 Magentis (I've only had the thing for a week) but if it happens I'll know where to find the answer.

Bob.