Are there any problems with the 2008 Kia Rondo?
2008 Kia Rondo. Consumer writes in regards to gasket/ oil pan problems. The consumer stated during a routine oil change, he was informed there was a small leak in the oil pan gasket and it would be corrected during the next service, since the oil had already been changed.
Is the Kia Rondo ex a daily driver?
The top-line EX, particularly when upgraded with the optional Leather and Premium Packages, makes a very inviting daily driver. If you truly believe that only bigger can really be better — or just see a micro-minivan in the Rondo’s silhouette — you may still be part of Generation SUV and find more to love in an upsized, truck-based alternative.
Where is the air conditioning drain line on a Kia Rondo?
Air conditioning drain line is located directly above passenger side engine cradle mounting excess condensation has completely rusted through the cradle and broken apart. Vehicle only has 65,000 miles.
How many miles to gallon does a Kia Rondo get?
This has been a reliable vehicle, we have over 22,000 miles on it now, been to CA from WA Twice, we got over 27 miles to the gallon fully loaded with a car topper on it. Great power over the mountains! Things we had done to vehicle:
2008 Kia Rondo. Consumer writes in regards to gasket/ oil pan problems. The consumer stated during a routine oil change, he was informed there was a small leak in the oil pan gasket and it would be corrected during the next service, since the oil had already been changed.
This has been a reliable vehicle, we have over 22,000 miles on it now, been to CA from WA Twice, we got over 27 miles to the gallon fully loaded with a car topper on it. Great power over the mountains! Things we had done to vehicle:
Air conditioning drain line is located directly above passenger side engine cradle mounting excess condensation has completely rusted through the cradle and broken apart. Vehicle only has 65,000 miles.
Which is better a Kia Rondo or Dodge Caravan?
Head and leg room as well as visability is better than my Dodge Caravan. Rear seats lay all the way flat which is great for hauling and camping. Doors open all the way which allows to load a box the full size of the door in the back (unlike my dad’s Buick. With the V6 engine, there is more than enough spunk to get up to spead on the freeway.
What should I do if my Kia Rondo is leaking?
Upper rad hose began leaking. Replace purge valve. Normal wear. Scheduled timing and drive belt replacement, water pump, and new coil. Top radiator hose leak at clamp. Cut off hose and moved it. No red zone overheating but enough to kill the battery, which is the cost in the repair.
Why is the engine light on on my Kia Rondo?
Engine light came on one week from replacement date. Once again replaced same purge valve and set information from computer to KIA. Replaced faulty purge control valve. The reason for the replacement (Evaporative Emission System (EVAP) control system leak) still exists.
When did I replace the purge valve on my Kia Rondo?
Replacement of Purge Valve 9/20/2010 return after one week since purge valve replaced. Engine light came on one week from replacement date. Once again replaced same purge valve and set information from computer to KIA. Replaced faulty purge control valve.
What kind of problems does a Kia Rondo have?
Did oil change regularly, it has 905908 miles, while driving oil light came pulled over, look and no oil stop, stopped at a gas station and bought oil, added oil to car, then making noise to it to dealer and needs a new engine, took car home, on way oil light came on again look and no oil, doesn’t leak and no oil burn out, but mo oil again.
What’s the price of a 2008 Kia Rondo?
The “standard” LX (which includes air conditioning and the Popular Equipment Group) bumps the price closer to $18,500 with a four-cylinder engine and $19,500 with the V6, while the EX starts just under $20,000 and an EX V6 around $21,000.