How to complete Drive Cycle for kia?
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by 20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle.
How long is a Drive Cycle on a car?
How Long does it Take to Complete a Drive Cycle. Preparation for it will take eight hours but, all in all, a basic drive cycle test should take around 30 minutes to complete, with about 20 minutes of actual driving. Understanding your vehicle’s overall health can help you ensure it drives smooth and lasts long.
What is the OBDII code for Kia Rio?
P0130 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Kia Rio. It is typically caused when the Oxygen Sensor voltage is not within normal operating conditions. Typically, the only symptom of P0130 is going to be the service engine soon light. In some cases, there can be other symptoms as well.
What to do if your Rio has an O2 sensor malfunction?
It is possible to diagnose the P0130 with a multimeter. If you use the multimeter, you’ll know whether or not the voltage coming to and from the oxygen sensor is within spec, this can help you determine if it’s your Rio’s O2 sensor, or wiring harness that’s the issue.
What happens when your car is not ready for an OBD test?
The status of the emission systems may also be reset by disconnecting the battery. After being reset, the emission systems on your vehicle will have a “not ready” status.
When to reset the OBD2 readiness monitor status?
Readiness monitors read with the Android app. The vehicle doesn’t support readiness monitors for this drive cycle. Clearing the diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) and the Check Engine Light will reset the monitor statuses too. This typically occurs during or after vehicle repair. Statuses are also reset in case of power failure.
What are the symptoms of a bad oxygen sensor?
Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Oxygen Sensor 1 Check Engine Light comes on The first line of defense is the Check Engine Light. 2 Bad gas mileage and rotten egg smell If the oxygen sensor is going bad, the fuel-delivery and fuel-combustion systems will be thrown off. 3 Rough engine idle and misfires
What happens during the drive cycle emissions test?
While the Drive Cycle test is going, the engine computer runs little tests or “readiness monitors” to see if the emissions system is working properly. When a vehicle has an emissions system problem, it almost always triggers a Check Engine or Service Engine Soon Light.
When to get an oxygen sensor replaced in your car?
As soon as you notice your Check Engine Light, poor gas mileage, or an irregular engine idle, book an appointment to have your oxygen sensor replaced. This will ensure your vehicle is running smoothly, efficiently, and will help prolong the life of your engine.
Why is my car not passing the emissions test?
Its possible they are not fully passing, yet are not fully failing that monitor test. Sometimes it is not even the sensor itself, but a circuit related issue, an air leak, or other faulty systems these test scenarios depend upon. A diagnostic tech such as one of our ladies or gentlemen can help if you are in the Poughkeepsie NY area.