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Thursday, Nov 19

What is problem if engine code P0320 Ignition/distributor, Engine Speed Input Circuit reports on 2005 Kia Sedona?

Engine Code P0320 Generic. Ignition/Distributor. Engine Speed Input Circuit is reporting for engine light on 2005 Kia Sedona. What is my problem and how do I fix this?

Monday, Nov 16

Keyless entry for a used 2001 Kia Sportage in the car already how do i know

One car shop say they can install one and a key shop say it already has it installed that i need to buy the keyless and have it programed by them My only key broke off in the door Alternative is new locks??there is no key to doors now

Sunday, Nov 15

How do you release the hood manually on a 2006 Kia Spectra? The release cable is broken and does nothing!

I called Kia 24 hr. roadside assistance and the nerve of the guy kept asking me "Are you sure you are pulling the hood release hard enough mame?" Like I didn't know how to work the lever! DUH! They suggested I contact my local dealership. I did and wouldn't you know, the service dept. is closed on w...

2004 Kia Sorento. My heater is blowing hot and cold. Also my gas gauge goes down sometimes when there is plenty of gas.

My 2004 Sorento has started blowing cool air when heater is on and engine is warmed up. If I turn the fan off for a few minutes it blows warm for a few minutes, then back to cold.

Saturday, Nov 14

I have an '00 Kia Sportage that has a little blue smoke at starting.

I put some injector cleaner in it. Would that make it smoke?

Sunday, Nov 8

6' 2" and 325 lbs. Would I be comfortable in a 2010 Hyundai Elantra?

Corolla doesn't sound good for tall drivers.I like the Elantra: its price, reliability, head and leg room.But still worried about my girth in it.Also, looking at the Kia Forte and Ford Fusion.Don't want to spend what an Accord or Camry would cost me! Any info greatly appreciated! Of course I a...

Saturday, Nov 7

2001 Kia Sephia I had a small accident.After I parked my car I could not in gear(auto) unless screwdriver was use

I had a minor front end accident with my 2001 Kia Sephia. I parked the car to assess the damage and repair my headlight. Afterwards I could not put my automatic car into gear without using a screwdriver to bypass it. How can I fix this and get my car to run in drive and not only in second? Please help m...

Thursday, Nov 5

Big guy, 6'2" 325 lbs. Need a cheap and reliable car with head and leg room! Elantra? Fusion? Forte? Mazda 6 etc.?

I owned a Mitsubishi Mirage for about 15 years that I loved. Currently a 1998 Lumina which just bit the dust! I am looking for a cheap and very reliable car with good head and leg room. Looking at the 2010 Hyundai Elantra SE and Touring, Ford Fusion, Kia Forte etc.I really don't want to spend as muc...

Tuesday, Nov 3

My car is beginning to have electrical problems. Is it time to sell it? 2003 Kia Optima.

My car is having electrical issues. The instrument panel is having lights go off and on at random times. This is also causing a short in the electric mirrors. Is it time to trade or is there hope?

Monday, Nov 2

I replaced alternator on 1998 Kia Sephia. Now I have no starter or headlights. All other lights and acc. work

including flash to pass. New battery also. Changed battery cable ends. Location of a fuseable link?

Thursday, Oct 29

How do the Kia Soul and Scion xB handle in winter weather (snow/sleet) driving?

I'm going to be buying a car and am looking at the Scion xB and Kia Soul, but am wondering how they handle in winter weather. I live in Minneapolis and we get quite a bit of snow here at times. I'm leaning toward the Soul because of the warranty and current 0% financing, but want to be sure it's going...

Wednesday, Oct 28

1999 Kia Sportage a/c compressor is not engaging, and the wire to compressor isn't hot. It was severed and the lead repaired.

1999 Kia Ssportage a/c compressor not engaging, and the wire to compressor isn't hot. The lead was cut by belt. What can it be?

Any class action suits in process or possible for Kia Sedona brake issue?

Kia lost a class action suit over brakes in another model a few years ago - anyone know what law firm handled that or any law firm that could be contacted about the van situation? I've tried everything to fix mine but nothing works. I've tried to sell it and trade it in but no one will take on the br...

Tuesday, Oct 27

Will the front clip from a 1996 Kia Sportage fit a 2001 Sportage?

Working with a wrecked 2001 Sportage and the front end is damaged and I know where I can get a front clip from a 1996 Sportage and like to know if it will fit without any problems, thanks

Sunday, Oct 25

Any ideas why speedometer and indicators are not working on a Kia Sportage 1998 model?

Speedo and indicators not working. Just washed car and then went for a drive and these things not working since. Any ideas what could be wrong?

Friday, Oct 23

I have a 99 Kia Sportage 2.4 4 wheel drive. It won't start. Can you tell me what diagnostic codes P1115 and P1624 mean?

I have a 99 Kia Sportage 2.4 4-wh drive. It wont start. The auto parts put it on a diagnostic tester which said 'Manufacture specific D.T.C' and codes "P1115 and P1624. Also do you know what TCM and ECM means? Thank you.

Wednesday, Oct 21

How much oil should I use every 3,000 miles on my KIA Sportage?

Car is a 2009 KIA Sportage, 6 cyl. Book says change oil every 7,500 miles, dealer says every 3,000 miles.

Monday, Oct 19

$282 for new plugs and wires?

My 2000 Kia Sephia had some idling problems and some misfire problems. So I took it to the auto mechanic! Weel they told me the wires are ARCing badly and a plug is fouled. The cost WILL BE $282!

Sunday, Oct 18

Thursday, Oct 15

If your check engine light shows oxygen sensors are faulty, will this affect engine performance? Kia Sorento.

The check engine light came on on my 2003 Kia Sorento. Went to a checker auto store, & they put a diagnostic instrument on it, which indicated that the oxygen sensor was showing an improper reading, which I assume may cause a problem with the catalytic converter. My question is,will this...

Wednesday, Oct 14

I have a brand new Kia Sorento EX 2008 Petrol model. I have had one problem from day one, i.e. it occasionally smells.

I have bought brand new Kia Sorento EX 2008 Petrol model. I have one problem from day one i.e. it occasionally smells like rotten eggs (sort of Hydrogen Sulfide) externally especially when I park car in my garage. Same smell comes inside car especially going uphill and sometime during reservi...

Saturday, Oct 10

Thursday, Oct 8

My Kia Sedona 2002 jerks horribly while driving. I was told that I could reset the computer. Does anyone know how?

I have a 2002 Kia Sedona. This poor vehicle jerks horribly when driving. I was told it was the input turbine speed sensor and that if I reset the computer the car would run much better. I am just wondering if anyone has any experience in this area that could give me some input on what to do?

Wednesday, Sep 30

Why does my 97 Kia Sportage not want to start?

Its a used Sportage with a new battery. I had this problem the other day and checked out the fuses under the hood. One of them needed replaced, so I replaced it and it started fine. Earlier today I started the car to move it and when I tried to start it a little while later, it wouldn't. The lights come...

I'm looking at a 2009 Kia Optima. The dealer is saying the $2K rebate ends today. Do you think it will be extended?

Do you think the $2,000 rebate on 2009 Optima will end today, 9/30/09 or be extended through the end of the year? I am being pressured to buy today.

06 Kia Sedona AC stays on all the time. Both AC and Recirculate buttons are on even in off position. No back blower.

2006 Kia Sedona. I pulled the fuses and relays just to shut off the blower and AC compressor. I did turn off the engine light with an OBD code reader -- hopefully that didn't do anything but turn off the engine light.

Tuesday, Sep 29

06 Kia Sorento factory alarm sounds and disables car. Cannot start.

Entered vehicle. Alarm sounded key remote not responding. replaced battery for remote. Placed key in door lock and unlocked and locked several times. Would not shut off.

Thursday, Sep 24

is there a bleeder vaulve on the engine block of a 2002 KIA Spectra 1.8 l eng, Auto trans.withAC?

I'd like to know if tere is a bleeder vaulve on the engine block where would it be located? Or where can I find out this info?

Monday, Sep 21

Why is my 2001 Kia Rio making chirping noises near the front right tire while I'm driving?

2001 Kia Rio(36,000 miles) making chirping noises near the front right tire while driving. Does this have something to do with the Master Cylinder?

Friday, Sep 18

Have spark, good spark but car still won't start. 2000 Kia Sportage 2.0 liter gas motor.

changed two sensors also,if this is mr. shiftright thank you for your help, very much appreciated.

Where in the heck are the sparkplugs located on a 2000 Kia Sportage?

Changed the camshaft sensor and knock sensor, still won't start, want to check plugs, WHERE ARE THEY. Thank god this is not my car or I think I would kill it. Thanks for any help

Thursday, Sep 17

Thursday, Jun 25

2002 Kia Sedona - Replace belt and tensioner cost ?

Our 2002 Kia Sedona with approximately 44,000 miles has been making some noises lately which sounded like it was coming from where the alternator is. It just wasn't running as smooth and there was a squeal type noise sometimes when you turn it on and also when you turn on the a/c.

Wednesday, Jun 24

Is there a company making a drum to disc brake conversion for the 2002 Kia Sedona.

I just want to know if there is such a conversion sold. While the vehicle is not a muscle car, or a sport type vehicle. Drum brakes are not only outdated. They tend to be a pain to replace.

I have a 2002 Kia Sedona and am wondering if there is any way to cap the rear AC lines and just have front AC?

i have a 2002 Kia sedona and am wondering if there is any way to cap the rear AC lines and just have front AC because the rear lines have rusted through.

Tuesday, Jun 23

Is there a fuse that controls the fan for the ac/heater/defroster? Compressor kicks in but will not blow. Kia Sportage 2001.

2001 Kia Sportage. Fan will not turn on the heater and ac both work but I have no 0,1-2,3,4 contol on the dash board.

Saturday, Jun 20

I have a 2000 Kia 4WD Sportage. Can't move 4WD shift lever. Could a sensor stop this?

With auto in park or neutral I cannot move 4WD shift lever, worked last year but not now.

Wednesday, Jun 17

Can I trade in two cars, one under the Cash for Clunkers bill and one that is not?

I have a 2000 Grand Caravan and a 2007 Kia Sportage. Can I trade my Caravan under the bill and trade my Kia Sportage. My Caravan for part of the down payment and the Kia because I want something with more room.

Saturday, Jun 13

2000 Kia Sportage passenger side power window.

I have a 2000 model KIA Sportage 2wd. 4)I put the passenger side door back together. I put the drivers side door back together. I am unable to determine the problem here can you help and do you know of any recalls on the 2000 KIA the involve this problem.

Monday, Jun 8

Opinion: What has the quality been like for newer Kia Automobiles (late 2000's models)?

What have the Review companies like JD Power, Consumer Reports, and the automotive magazines said overall about the quality of newer Kia Models? Also, with the details released for the new Kia Forte Koup, will it be of good quality?

Wednesday, Jun 3

How often do modern cars need spark plugs? Kia Spectra interval?

My dad has an 02 Kia Spectra and is convinced his spark plugs need to be changed every year. I think he's wrong. He only drives maybe 6-8K miles per year. I guess it just gives him something to do, but I think it is a waste of time and money.

Sunday, May 31

2002 Kia Sportage's power windows and locks stop working from the driver's door. Worked again and stopped forever.

This Kia Sportage 2002 was working just fine, suddenly I noticed windows don't work at all. Door locks normally will open or close when you manually open your lock from drivers seat door. But it doesn't. When locking the car with the key all locks normally locks but they don't from drivers door...

Monday, May 25

Fico Credit Score of 634. Can I get financed?

I have a Fico Score of 634 and a VantageScore of 744. Were looking to get a Kia Soul Sport ($19.300) after our current car caught fire. What APR I'm I looking at, and how much would you suggest for a down payment? I'm trying no more than $2-3,000, as this happened at a bad time for us (first baby due in...

I am thinking of buying a Kia Sportage. What will I need to buy for roof rack to carry 2 kayaks.?

I need to know if the roof rack on the Sportage will take the weight. I use a make shift carrier on my Chevy now. I would also like to know if I could switch it out to carry 1 kayak and 1 bike.

Thursday, May 21

Wednesday, May 13

Tuesday, May 5

Where are the spark plugs located on a 2004 Kia Sorento? What is the best access route? Parts removed to access?

Attempted to get the plug changed at local garages, they are not familiar with Kia engines. Nearest dealer is over 150 miles away. It appears the fuel injection has to be removed to gain access to plugs. Is this correct or is there an easier access. It's the 3.5 v6 engine.

Saturday, Apr 18

How To: I am trying to replace the wheel bearings on the passenger side of my 03 Kia Sorento.

I need to know how to disassemble and reassemble the wheel bearing assembly. I have been to my local library to find a Chiltons guide and have not been able to locate one..nor does my local Napa carry one. Any suggestions or diagrams would be extremely helpful.

Sunday, Mar 15

How to change the tail light brake bulb, 07 Kia Optima?

Manual shows 4 lights horizontal, car has 3 bulbs in a triangle. Can't see how to get bulb through the hole.

 
 

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