How bad is valve tick?
In general, the lifter tick will not stop your car from running. Many people do not even pay attention to the ticking sound. It is recommended that you do not ignore any weird sounds in your vehicle as they might cause severe damages in the long run. Unfortunately, engine ticking sound requires maintenance.
What was the problem with the 2012 Kia Forte?
2012 Kia Forte ex sedan 2.0 theta 2 engine piston slap caused damage to the pistons and the engine block. The vehicle had the problem when stationary and got progressively worse while in motion.
Why is my Kia Forte making a ticking sound?
At about 99,500 miles, my 2012 Kia Forte 2.0-L car began making a loud ticking sound, which I thought was the valve lifters. However, after taking it to the dealership, they diagnosed it, using a stethoscope, and determined it was the wrist pin on the piston connecting rod.
What causes check engine light to come on on Kia Forte?
Took car to the kia dealer were the mechanic said that he will have to breakdown the engine to troubleshoot what could be the cause of the check engine light coming on. I need Kia Motors to fix these ongoing problems with their 2. Ol engines. The car has less than 88,000 miles on it.
How many miles does a Kia Forte have?
Vehicle has a severe internal engine knock and will require rebuilding or replaced. It has 112,000 miles and has been serviced at the required intervals with Kia specified products. 2.0 liter engine. Kia, Hyundai theta 2.4 engine failure, under 100K miles. I have a 2012 Kia Forte hatch sx with the 2.4 engine.
Are there any problems with the 2012 Kia Motor Forte?
See all problems of the 2012 Kia Motor Forte . My cars check engine light came on and then recently my low oil light indicator has been flashing. We checked the oil and it is fine. Then on April 19 while driving down the road and my car completely stalled out and I had to steer to the side of the road to safety.
At about 99,500 miles, my 2012 Kia Forte 2.0-L car began making a loud ticking sound, which I thought was the valve lifters. However, after taking it to the dealership, they diagnosed it, using a stethoscope, and determined it was the wrist pin on the piston connecting rod.
Took car to the kia dealer were the mechanic said that he will have to breakdown the engine to troubleshoot what could be the cause of the check engine light coming on. I need Kia Motors to fix these ongoing problems with their 2. Ol engines. The car has less than 88,000 miles on it.
Vehicle has a severe internal engine knock and will require rebuilding or replaced. It has 112,000 miles and has been serviced at the required intervals with Kia specified products. 2.0 liter engine. Kia, Hyundai theta 2.4 engine failure, under 100K miles. I have a 2012 Kia Forte hatch sx with the 2.4 engine.