Is there a problem with my Kia Sorento heater?

Is there a problem with my Kia Sorento heater?

Thanks 😡 2006 KIA sorento had no heat – under warranty and the dealership replaced the blend door actuator because of an internal shot. Heat returned. My 2003 Kia Sorento, has a problem with it’s heater. Only works intermittently at high speed. Also, the reservoir appears to lose coolant though I can not seem to find any leaks in the system.

When does Kia Spectra air conditioner stop working?

We have a Kia Spectra 2004. Last year the air conditioning stopped blowing through the vents after 30 minutes of a 5 hour trip. We can hear the blower still working but it only emits a trickle of cool air through the vent. If we turn it off for 30 minutes or switch to vents with no AC the blower works just fine.

Why does my Kia Sorento roll down the windows?

If your cap were bad, I would think the system would have low pressure and hence, allow the antifreeze to boil off. The heater in the Kia Sorento, with proper fluid levels should cause you to roll down the windows in sub-zero weather. BTW, how’s your dome lights, had the diode problem yet? I wish it was that easy.

What’s the problem with my 2006 Sorento TX?

My 2006 sorento tx as a problem with the climate control, some time it’s on some timeit’s not. when on auto its blowing cold air through the AC, there is no warm air coming through at all. my dealer told me a new contol unit was requiered £900 fitted. Any body got a cheaper solution. I live near Chester UK.

Why is my Kia Sorento heater not working?

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Is the Kia heater on the driver side?

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Why does my Acura heater smell like engine coolant?

A failing heater core may cause the car’s interior to smell like engine coolant. The smell will become worse when the heater is turned on. The engine may also begin to run hotte…

Thanks 😡 2006 KIA sorento had no heat – under warranty and the dealership replaced the blend door actuator because of an internal shot. Heat returned. My 2003 Kia Sorento, has a problem with it’s heater. Only works intermittently at high speed. Also, the reservoir appears to lose coolant though I can not seem to find any leaks in the system.

What was the cause of a 2006 Kia Sorento engine failure?

The contact owned a 2006 Kia Sorento. While the vehicle was off, the engine caught fire. The fire was extinguished by the fire department. The cause of the failure could not be determined. A police report was not filed and there were no injuries. An independent mechanic deemed the vehicle a total loss.

If your cap were bad, I would think the system would have low pressure and hence, allow the antifreeze to boil off. The heater in the Kia Sorento, with proper fluid levels should cause you to roll down the windows in sub-zero weather. BTW, how’s your dome lights, had the diode problem yet? I wish it was that easy.

Where can I get a Kia Sorento engine repaired?

The vehicle was towed to an independent dealer where it was diagnosed that the crank shaft pulley bolts fractured, which caused the pulley and the serpentine belts to separate from the engine. The mechanic was unable to repair the vehicle and the vehicle was towed to arapahoe Kia (9701 E arapahoe rd, centennial, co 80112, (888) 236-7975).

What does the thermostat on a Kia Sorento do?

Never touch the radiator cap unless the vehicle is ICE COLD. The job of your Sorento’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up.

What causes an engine rattle in a Kia Sorento?

You should hear a rattle as the engine comes back down from the higher RPM. If the heat shield is loose, you’ll need to take your Sorento into a good exhaust shop and have it welded back into place. The good news is that a loose heat shield is never going to leave you broken down on the side of the road.

Why does my Sorento not have enough coolant?

While not having enough coolant may make your engine run hotter, it can also cause your Sorento to not be able to create enough heat. Is there isn’t enough line pressure, due to low coolant, then the heater core will not be able to get any coolant itself. You can verify this by checking the coolant level by taking a peek at the overflow reservoir.

Never touch the radiator cap unless the vehicle is ICE COLD. The job of your Sorento’s thermostat is to regulate the temperature of the engine. It does this by allowing water to enter the engine when it is getting hot, and by keeping coolant from entering while the vehicle warms up.

While not having enough coolant may make your engine run hotter, it can also cause your Sorento to not be able to create enough heat. Is there isn’t enough line pressure, due to low coolant, then the heater core will not be able to get any coolant itself. You can verify this by checking the coolant level by taking a peek at the overflow reservoir.

My 2006 sorento tx as a problem with the climate control, some time it’s on some timeit’s not. when on auto its blowing cold air through the AC, there is no warm air coming through at all. my dealer told me a new contol unit was requiered £900 fitted. Any body got a cheaper solution. I live near Chester UK.

How to recharge the air conditioning on a Kia Sorento LX?

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Is the blend door actuator on a Kia Sorento?

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What kind of heater does a Kia Sedona have?

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Why did my Kia Sorento battery go dead?

The battery on our 2003 Kia Sorento went dead after we jump stared it the climate control started reading Celsius not Fahrenheit. Can anyone please let me know how do I fix this problem Push and hold the AMB button and while doing so push and hold the temp down button until it changes.

We have a Kia Spectra 2004. Last year the air conditioning stopped blowing through the vents after 30 minutes of a 5 hour trip. We can hear the blower still working but it only emits a trickle of cool air through the vent. If we turn it off for 30 minutes or switch to vents with no AC the blower works just fine.

Is the 2003 Kia Sorento a good car?

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When did the Kia Sorento EX 4×4 come out?

I bought my 2003 Kia Sorento EX 4×4 automatic brand new in 2003. I was the original owner and as of this posting (2017) had $130K. I’ve since sold the Sorento in favor of a Toyota 4Runner because the new Sorento is no longer a body-on-frame truck platform.

Why did my Kia Sorento stop shifting to 4×4?

The transfer case stopped shifting into 4×4 due to lack of use, but still operated in 4×2 mode. One engine sensor needed replacing, along with normal hoses, and the fuel temperature senor and thermostat which I replaced myself. It also needed new shocks, which is normal for the age.

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I bought my 2003 Kia Sorento EX 4×4 automatic brand new in 2003. I was the original owner and as of this posting (2017) had $130K. I’ve since sold the Sorento in favor of a Toyota 4Runner because the new Sorento is no longer a body-on-frame truck platform.

The transfer case stopped shifting into 4×4 due to lack of use, but still operated in 4×2 mode. One engine sensor needed replacing, along with normal hoses, and the fuel temperature senor and thermostat which I replaced myself. It also needed new shocks, which is normal for the age.

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