Replaces alternator in a 2012 kia sorento and it wont start

Asked by Michaelsabby Jul 02, 2018 at 08:46 PM about the 2012 Kia Sorento EX AWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

We replaced the alternator and now there's a
flashing light on the dash of a car with a key in it
and a clicking under the dash. Why and how do I fix
it?

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BritishTech77 answered 5 years ago

Security light! You disconnected the battery and now it doesnt recognize key. You would have to use the key and unlock it.

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