How to Troubleshoot a ’02 KIA Spectra Transmission
Are the gears slipping on your 2002 Kia Spectra? Have you noticed a delay or roughness in the shifting? Your transmission is most likely going bad. The good news is that there are a few easy fixes,...
View ArticleThe Check Engine Light Is on in My Kia Spectra
The check engine light on your 2000-to-2009 Kia Spectra is alerting you that trouble codes have been stored in the onboard computer’s memory bank. These trouble codes could be related to a failure in...
View ArticleHow to Get a Key Made for a Kia Sorento
Losing your keys can be a hassle, especially if you have one with an electronic key fob. If you own a Kia Sorento and lost the keys, or if you just want a spare, you can get a new set fairly easily as...
View ArticleHow to Replace Trans Fluid on a ’02 Kia Spectra
Kia recommends changing your Spectra’s automatic transmission fluid every 30,000 miles. Depending on your driving habits, you may need to change the fluid more frequently. Keeping the transmission...
View ArticleMy Kia Sportage Won’t Start
The Sportage is a midsize sport-utility vehicle that is manufactured and sold by Kia Motors America, a branch of Kia Motors Corporation, which is based in South Korea. The Sportage occasionally may...
View ArticleKia Sorento Won’t Start
The Sorento is manufactured and sold by Kia Motors America. The Sorento is a mid-size Sport Utility Vehicle that provides lots of room for passengers and cargo. Just as with any vehicle, there are...
View ArticleHow to Install a CV Axle in a 1999 KIA Sephia
When the CV joint on the Kia Sephia goes bad, the automobile will sit where it is. The CV joints on the car are part of the front-wheel drive system. They transfer the power from the transaxle or...
View ArticleHow to Replace a Passenger Mirror on a Kia
Kia uses plastic side view mirrors housed inside of a large shell on all of their late model vehicles. The method for replacement is generally the same for all models. The plastic shells have three...
View ArticleHow to Set the Timing on a Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage SUV features a small economical 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine. The ignition timing of the engine controls when a spark will start the engine and the timing can be thrown off from...
View ArticleProblems With the DVD Player in the Kia Sedona
Common problems with the Kia Sedona DVD player may be easily fixable, such as dirt in the player. If the problems are recurring or more complicated, it may require an expert to fix them. Cleaning If...
View ArticleHow to Install a Fuel Pump on a 2002 Kia Rio
The 2002 Kia Rio is an economical vehicle that gets good gas mileage. One of the components of the fuel system that helps with getting that great mileage is the fuel pump mounted in the gas tank. This...
View ArticleKIA Transmission Problems
KIA Transmission Problems Reported problems with Kia transmissions include sticking and lagging. According to the website AutoPartsFair, signs of malfunctioning Kia transmissions include oil leaks,...
View ArticleHow to Remove the Head Gasket From a Kia Sportage
Like many other vehicles, there is a chance that your Kia Sportage can get a blown head gasket, for a multitude of reasons. Some causes include a hot engine, non-compatible gasket design or damaged...
View ArticleHow to Make Parking Brake Adjustments in a Kia Spectra
Make a simple parking brake adjustment while driving your Kia Spectra. This unique process helps break in the shoes and make your parking brake safe. Do the project at home instead of going to the...
View ArticleHow to Change an Ignition Coil Pack on a Kia Sportage
Some models of the Kia Sportage run a distributorless ignition system, which has individual coil packs mounted on the valve cover that control the amount of spark that goes to each spark plug. This...
View ArticleHow to Replace a KIA Fuel Filter
One of the regular maintenance items for your Kia vehicle is changing the fuel filter. Like any filter, its job is to filter out impurities in the product being filtered through it. In this case, the...
View ArticleTroubleshooting a KIA Fuel Pump
If your Kia sedan or coupe is acting up when you try to start the engine, or balking when you attempt to engage the accelerator, you may have a problem with your Kia’s fuel pump. You can troubleshoot...
View ArticleHow to Reset the Check Engine Light on a '07 Kia Optima
Kia introduced the Optima in 2001 in the United States. The 2007 Kia Optima was equipped with one of two different engines choices: a 2.4-liter, in-line four-cylinder, and a 2.7-liter V-6. The 2007...
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