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  • rangerdad111398
    rangerdad111398 - 2004 Kia Sorento - Engine - 2/1/2013
    Has new battery but wont start
    battery and the brake idiot lights are on, then afeter a while shut off, then come back on. hesitated to start, so replaced the battery..started one time, now wont start again
    • HouseCallAuto
      2/1/2013 HouseCallAuto
      In almost all cases, if the battery light is illuminated with the engine running, the alternator is junk. There are some exceptions but few. The light cannot be on with the engine running. When the light is on it means the alternator is not charging the battery.
      2/1/2013 rangerdad111398
      that was my guess..thank you
  • cozmaclaudia13
    cozmaclaudia13 - 2006 Kia Spectra - Engine - 1/25/2013
    Why does the car does not start?
    -it is turning over, has spark, getting fuel, and still does not start -I put starting fluid in the air filter and the car starts but dies immediately.
    0 answer
  • mike
    mike - 2005 Kia Optima - Engine - 1/25/2013
    Check engine light code 0320, 2005 Kia optima?
    Rough idle and tachometer fluctuates or drops to zero.
    • Jimm
      1/25/2013 Jimm
      P0320 = Ignition/Distributor Engine Speed Input Circuit Malfunction
      First check the 20 amp ECU fuse in the under hood fuse box. Also check the O2 sensor fuses. If good, next check for battery voltage on the tan/black wires going to the coils while cranking. If good, check for ground of 0.05 volts on the black wires going to coils while cranking. If either is missing, check O2 wires for chafing or rub thru on heatshields or other objects under vehicle. Verify the O2 sensors operation is correct, if so - suspect the ignition failure sensor.
  • mike
    mike - 2005 Kia Optima - Engine - 1/18/2013
    Engine throwing a misfire code
    Tachometer fluctuates but no rough idle
    • Jimm
      1/18/2013 Jimm
      P0300 = Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected



      •Faulty spark plugs or wires
      •Faulty coil (pack)
      •Faulty oxygen sensor(s)
      •Faulty fuel injector(s)
      •Burned exhaust valve
      •Faulty catalytic converter(s)
      •Stuck/blocked EGR valve / passages
      •Faulty camshaft position sensor
      •Defective computer

      Possible Solutions


  • yertaj1028
    yertaj1028 - 1998 Kia Sportage - Engine - 1/14/2013
    Why does my car won't start after installing anew battery. Headlights and dashboard control didn't lit.
    Car has been idle and park for few weeks before replacing the battery.
    0 answer
  • EdgeAle
    EdgeAle - 2002 Kia Rio - Engine - 1/12/2013
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  • jgh7557
    jgh7557 - 2007 Kia Sportage - Engine - 1/7/2013
    Why does my RPM rev up and my car is sluggish when running?
    0 answer
  • megan.hesser
    megan.hesser - 2002 Kia Spectra - Engine - 1/6/2013
    What part of my car do I need to get fixed if it won't start?
    My car randomly died and I've had to jump start it twice now, I thought it was fine since it was fine for a little bit after it was jumped but it happened again. It doesn't make that clicking sound when it's dead and I turn the key, so I don't know if it's the ...
    • felplay auto repair.
      first take the battery to any auto parts and have it test, it's free, after that if your car start and do the same than you may need the alternator, but here little tip may help you,, start you car and turn on the headlight and all accessories if the light goes dim or the car stall you need the alternator.
  • ddhamma
    ddhamma - 2003 Kia Sedona - Engine - 1/5/2013
    Why would my car die when slowing for a corner?
    0 answer
  • hhsme
    • Jimm
      1/3/2013 Jimm
      They (Rock Auto) list the timing kit for around $44.00 (without water pump). The water pump is around $19.00 (includes gasket) for your vehicle. Figure on around $150.00 - $200.00 labor charge over the initial parts cost.
  • mong_64804
    mong_64804 - 2005 Kia Sportage - Engine - 12/31/2012
    Service engine light came on
    • Jimm
      12/31/2012 Jimm
      First step - have the check engine light or stored fault codes scanned - for free - at any local auto parts store; Advance Auto, Auto Zone, NAPA. Then, post a reply as 'add answer' with the specific code - for more assistance.

      There are literally hundreds of potential codes for the OBD II diagnostic system.
  • mong_64804
    Mass air flow sensor
    • Jimm
      12/31/2012 Jimm
      Need more information - is there a question in regard to how to replace? Is there a question in regard to the relative cost? Please post a reply and rephrase the issue you are having in the form of a question for further assistance.
  • sbfmail
    sbfmail - 2006 Kia Rio - Engine - 12/29/2012
    What is most likely causing a blinking check engine light, rough engine at low RPM and P0300, 301 & 302 codes?
    It has a new battery and spark plugs. It started with the check engine light NOT blinking and P0304 code. I pulled the battery cable to reset the computer and realized a bad battery so I replaced it. The car ran fine for a couple days, then the blinking CEL and ...
    • Jimm
      12/29/2012 Jimm
      Check for any air leaks around the intake.

      The P0301 - P0302 codes target the # 1 and # 2 cylinders specifically - same issues to address.
  • renardo.colton
    renardo.colton - 2007 Kia Sedona - Engine - 12/27/2012
    The truck will not crank, Checked all fuses, all fuses checked good. There is no power at the starter relay.
    The lock cylinder and electrical ignition switch were replaced a few weeks ago because the truck was trying to crank its self while the key was in the run position. The starter had to be replaced also because of damage from trying to crank while engine running. ...
    0 answer
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