How often does a Kia battery go dead?
At first the battery would go dead every 3 to 5 days but now you have to start the car every day or it will die. They say there is a 7ohm drain on the battery that can’t be located. The latest suggestion is to replace the wiring in the driver’s side door. Any idea what would be causing this? Somebody needs to perform a PROPER parasitic draw test
What kind of battery does a Kia Amanti have?
My sister owns a 2004 Kia Amanti. The battery will not hold a charge. The battery has been replaced several times. the alternator and regular and anything else that could drain the battery has been checked. All ground posts have been cleaned.
How do you reset a Kia battery after it is disconnected?
Connect the other end of the jumper wire to the positive terminal on the battery. Enter your Kia and place the key in the ignition, turning it as far as it will go without starting the engine. Push the lock button on your key fob for three seconds, until the lights on your dashboard blink.
How can I tell if my Kia battery is draining?
Agree this should be readily found by a parasitic draw test where an ammeter is imposed between a disconnected battery terminal and its battery post. Then remove fuses until the draw stops. If the door is suspected, start with fuses for all the functions controlled by the door control panel.
At first the battery would go dead every 3 to 5 days but now you have to start the car every day or it will die. They say there is a 7ohm drain on the battery that can’t be located. The latest suggestion is to replace the wiring in the driver’s side door. Any idea what would be causing this? Somebody needs to perform a PROPER parasitic draw test
My sister owns a 2004 Kia Amanti. The battery will not hold a charge. The battery has been replaced several times. the alternator and regular and anything else that could drain the battery has been checked. All ground posts have been cleaned.
Connect the other end of the jumper wire to the positive terminal on the battery. Enter your Kia and place the key in the ignition, turning it as far as it will go without starting the engine. Push the lock button on your key fob for three seconds, until the lights on your dashboard blink.
Agree this should be readily found by a parasitic draw test where an ammeter is imposed between a disconnected battery terminal and its battery post. Then remove fuses until the draw stops. If the door is suspected, start with fuses for all the functions controlled by the door control panel.
What should I do if my Kia battery is draining?
Somebody needs to perform a PROPER parasitic draw test Parasitic draw is measured in amperage Perhaps 7 amps, which is gigantic That would suggest a module not going to sleep, a light left on, etc. “The latest suggestion is to replace the wiring in the driver’s side door.” it sounds like the mechanic may be grasping at straws . . .
Somebody needs to perform a PROPER parasitic draw test Parasitic draw is measured in amperage Perhaps 7 amps, which is gigantic That would suggest a module not going to sleep, a light left on, etc. “The latest suggestion is to replace the wiring in the driver’s side door.” it sounds like the mechanic may be grasping at straws . . .
Why does my Kia 14 soul not start?
Somethings loose. Kia has a battery drain protector that shuts all lights off automaticly in 10 – 15 min. And you having a 14 Soul, I don’t think it’s a bad battery. Somethings loose. Kia has a battery drain protector that shuts all lights off automaticly in 10 – 15 min.
What’s the problem with my Kia Sportage battery?
It like a relay or something is not allowing any power to starter. have replaced battery, alternator. and am wondering if there is some sort of relay between my key ignition and starter that may need replaced.. Help. Had same issue with a 1997 Sportage.
Why does my Kia battery drain so much?
The fact that it’s gotten worse could imply a short in a wiring bundle that is flexed and the bundles entering the doors are thus suspect. Agree this should be readily found by a parasitic draw test where an ammeter is imposed between a disconnected battery terminal and its battery post. Then remove fuses until the draw stops.
What should I do if my Kia battery is flat?
The RAC mechanic did suggest to contact the local KIA seller because he measured 1.2A drain on the battery in a closed down state. And then my problems started. No way should I have been Jump Started!
The RAC mechanic did suggest to contact the local KIA seller because he measured 1.2A drain on the battery in a closed down state. And then my problems started. No way should I have been Jump Started!
The fact that it’s gotten worse could imply a short in a wiring bundle that is flexed and the bundles entering the doors are thus suspect. Agree this should be readily found by a parasitic draw test where an ammeter is imposed between a disconnected battery terminal and its battery post. Then remove fuses until the draw stops.
Why does my Kia Motor Rio stall while driving?
When driving, the car stalls for no reason (there is fuel in the car, has regular oil changes, and a brand new battery). It takes a couple minutes before the car will restart. While on the highway, the engine light will come on and then turn right off, but the rpm gauge stops working even though I am still driving.
Why does my Kia Forte Battery keep dying?
Drove it around for a little bit and it’s fine now and starts up fine. I’m pretty sure it isn’t the alternator because it’s obviously charging the battery or else it wouldn’t be starting hours later after I drive it. It’s only if my car has been sitting for a couple days that it won’t start. Anyone have any idea what could be causing this?
Is the Kia Motor Rio a safety issue?
This has been happening since the beginning of November 2016 and has happened every day since then. This is a safety issue because the car could stall anytime while driving and I could be seriously hurt and other drivers could get hurt. See all problems of the 2010 Kia Motor RIO .
How much does a Kia Rio engine cost?
Kia Rio When I slow down and stop the car, engine shuts off Inspection costs $89 on average. Your car is designed to run like a well-oiled machine, but sometimes that machine struggles in unexpected places.