When did the Kia Sorento battery go dead?
Car was parked in garage over the weekend, from Friday 4pm till Monday 6am, started car Sunday night, backed out of the garage to put out the trash for Monday pickup, pulled the vehicle back in the garage and shut it off. Monday at 6am battery was dead. Nothing was left on overnight in car.
How often does Kia Sportage battery go dead?
It goes dead at least once a week. After 3 batteries, I don’t think that’s the problem. Tonight I drove it home, had dinner, went to put it in the garage, and the battery was dead. In less than an hour. 30 seconds on the charger and it started.
Why does my Kia Soul have a dead battery?
The problem was that the battery was not being charged by the alternator, because of a loose connector, in a cable, under the battery. I drove my car home with a brand new battery in it. And what a battery….. an Interstate 1000cca battery. (that battery was BIG enough to start a diesel truck!)
Why is the Check Engine light off on my Kia Sportage?
2) When I th9ought the battery was dead, I went to jump it. no sooner than I connected the negative cable when the alarm went off, and the car started fine. I also noticed that the check engine light, which has been on since I bought the car, is now off.
Car was parked in garage over the weekend, from Friday 4pm till Monday 6am, started car Sunday night, backed out of the garage to put out the trash for Monday pickup, pulled the vehicle back in the garage and shut it off. Monday at 6am battery was dead. Nothing was left on overnight in car.
Are there any problems with the Kia Sorento?
Also, the fuse for the driver seat continuously blows. This vehicle has a parasitic drain issue that kia is aware of on this model. The issue was addressed for all lx, ex, limited, and sx of this vehicle except for the sxl.
Why is my Sorento engine not cranking at all?
Weak Battery If your Sorento’s engine won’t crank or cranks very slowly, then the most likely culprit is weak or dead 12v battery. Investigating more closely and doing a battery voltage test will clarify whether the starting problem is due to the battery.
Why does my Kia Sorento make a clicking sound?
Symptom: When you turn the key to start the engine of your Sorento, you will hear a clicking sound, which is the sound of a bad starter motor. And if the starter motor does not work with a healthy battery, suspect a malfunction of the starter. If the starter fails, it usually needs to be replaced with a new one. Temporary fix for starter
Why is the Kia Sorento battery not working?
If a new car battery has been installed, the battery may not have yet reached its full capacity. There is nothing to worry about. A new battery only develops its full capacity over time. The voltage of the battery on your Kia Sorento can be measured precisely with a multimeter.
Symptom: When you turn the key to start the engine of your Sorento, you will hear a clicking sound, which is the sound of a bad starter motor. And if the starter motor does not work with a healthy battery, suspect a malfunction of the starter. If the starter fails, it usually needs to be replaced with a new one. Temporary fix for starter
Weak Battery If your Sorento’s engine won’t crank or cranks very slowly, then the most likely culprit is weak or dead 12v battery. Investigating more closely and doing a battery voltage test will clarify whether the starting problem is due to the battery.
How do you clean a Kia Sorento battery?
To clean the battery on your Kia Sorento, you have to remove the pole cables first, which requires no special knowledge, just a little concentration, as the order is very important. First remove the black cable from the negative pole.
Are there any mechanical problems with my Kia Sorento?
The sections below go over common Kia Sorento mechanical problems that have popped up since 2011 and what you can do about it. In some cases, selling to CarBrain might be the right choice for you. Drivers with a 2011-2019 Sorentos have complained that the engine may stop working entirely without warning.
How long is the warranty on a Kia Sorento?
I have a Sorento 2012 with the 2.4L engine. In 7 years with 89,000 miles only repairs a driver seat heater and the opening control. Both were cover for the warranty 5 years/60000.
Why do I need to replace oil in my Kia Sorento?
Drivers of certain Kia Sorento models also complain of excess oil consumption. They may find that they need to replace the oil in their vehicles significantly more often than the average car requires. Depending on the oil used and how far the car is driven, this could double or triple the expected cost of regular maintenance.
What was the problem with my Kia Sorento?
It was inconsistent stalling (4 times in 3 years) that couldn’t be duplicated when taken to the dealership. If I put the Sorento in park and restart it would be fine. It would only happen when I stop and go. Final time it stalled out for good on the freeway.
What kind of engine does a Kia Sorento have?
I own a Kia Sorento 2.5 2002 automatic 4×4 and, in 2012 I made a trip with it. When exceeding 70 mph, the engine stalled. I waited for a minute, and was able to start driving again.
What’s the starting price of a Kia Sorento?
“Starting MSRP” is manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) for base model trim. Sorento SX Limited with AWD shown – priced higher at $46,490 MSRP. MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options and dealer charges. Actual prices set by dealer and may vary.
How many seats does the Kia Sorento have?
Pack up and set out for whatever your imagination has in store. The Sorento SUV has seating for seven with versatile storage to let you bring enough gear for the crew. And with the power of an available V6 engine and capability of optional fully-active all-wheel drive, you’ll be ready to tackle the road with confidence.