Why are the headlights on my Kia Sportage not working?
Both of my headlights stopped working during a heavy rain and at night but the parking lights were still working. We assumed it was because the light bulbs needed changed. When we changed the bulbs, the headlight plug on the driver side was melted from a possible short in the wiring and corroded, the passenger side is dry rotted.
When to Change headlight bulbs in a Sportage?
Headlights grow dimmer by up to 20% over time and eventually burn out – for this reason, we recommend changing your headlights in pairs. Changing both headlight bulbs on your Sportage at the same time will allow both bulbs to have the same intensity and prevent the new headlight bulb from appearing brighter than the bulb on the opposite side.
Are there any problems with the Kia Motor Sportage?
See all problems of the 2019 Kia Motor Sportage . Driver side headlight lamp lens is turning yellow, very distorted . See all problems of the 2017 Kia Motor Sportage . Headlights and navigation system flicker and go out while driving at night. Lights went out while driving down the interstate.
Where are the headlight bulbs on a Kia Sportage?
Replacement light bulbs with their part numbers are as follows: Low Beam # H11B, High Beam H7, Front Turn Signal 2357A and Side Marker Light 2825 (or # W5W). No tools are needed to change any of the bulbs in either driver side of passenger side headlight housings. The Low Beam bulb is located near the center of the headlight assembly.
See all problems of the 2019 Kia Motor Sportage . Driver side headlight lamp lens is turning yellow, very distorted . See all problems of the 2017 Kia Motor Sportage . Headlights and navigation system flicker and go out while driving at night. Lights went out while driving down the interstate.
Why does my Kia Sportage light flicker at night?
Came back on after about 20 seconds and continued to flicker. Afls appeared on the display, the owners manual said to turn off the car and restart it, this turned off the afls light but the lights and navigation system continue to flicker occasionally. Scared to drive at night. See all problems of the 2018 Kia Motor Sportage .
What should I do if my headlight is not working?
Unplug the light, pull the switch, and see if the fuse blows. If not, the problem is not in the wiring. Make sure you have purchased the correct wattage of bulb. Ensure that you do not have a faulty or damaged bulb. Check and see if your high beam bulb is the issue. If so, replace it. Check all wired connections and look for any exposed wiring.
Both of my headlights stopped working during a heavy rain and at night but the parking lights were still working. We assumed it was because the light bulbs needed changed. When we changed the bulbs, the headlight plug on the driver side was melted from a possible short in the wiring and corroded, the passenger side is dry rotted.
Why are the lights off on my Kia?
The power assisted brakes were also not working, because the engine shut down. I managed to pull the vehicle over without incident, but was almost hit by several vehicles that could no longer see me, because my lights were off.
What kind of light bulbs do Kia Sportage use?
Halogen Capsule Headlamps Halogen Capsule Headlamps Standard Model: 9006 $2.89 Standard Model: 9006 $2.89 Headlight High Low Headlight High Low Standard Model: 9005 $2.89 Standard M Standard Model: 9005 $2.89 License Plate Light License Plate Light
Can you change the reverse light in a Kia Sportage?
The reverse light gets dimmer over time and we suggest changing them in pairs. Try not to touch the glass part of the new bulb with your finger when changing the reverse light in your Sportage, the oil in your finger will cause the that part of the reverse light bulb to burn hotter out therefore burn out quicker.
How much does it cost to fix a 2009 Kia Sportage?
1 Radio Stopped Working 2009 Sportage Average Cost to Fix: $300 Average Mileage: 34,000 mi 2 Engine Surges, Lunges 2009 Sportage Average Cost to Fix: N/A Average Mileage: 65,000 mi 3 A/C Not Working 2009 Sportage
The power assisted brakes were also not working, because the engine shut down. I managed to pull the vehicle over without incident, but was almost hit by several vehicles that could no longer see me, because my lights were off.
What causes low beam and high beam headlights to short out?
The contact stated that the low beam and high beam headlights shorted out without warning. The contact experienced the short in the lights during inclement weather (a downpour) and was uncertain if wires had been affected as well or any other components. The vehicle was not diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure.