Is there a problem with the Kia Forte GDI?
Since GDI combustion has the ability to produce far more soot than premixed combustion (port injection), the problem is magnified. Carbon buildup on intake valves. I would like to hear your thoughts from 2014-2015 forte owners.
How does a port injection engine work in a Kia Forte?
In a port injection engine, these droplets are ‘washed off’ the neck of the intake valve by a relatively constant stream of gasoline droplets. In a GDI engine, the gasoline doesn’t touch intake side of the valve.
Is the Kia Soul engine a GDI engine?
As KIA design engineer and build the engines and warranty them, and most of their lineup is now GDI, I think I’ll stick to mine. (both engines on the Soul are now GDI). Don’t think a million+ owners of GDI engines will be returning them anytime soon.
Are there any problems with a GDI engine?
Manufacturers have added systems to capture these oil droplets and particulates, but no system is 100% effective. As a result, there are many disappointed early adopters with large repair bills. Even diesel engines haven’t been immune to these issues. This is the big problem with most current GDI engines.
What was the problem with my 2015 Kia Forte?
The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine and the TPMS warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that after an oil change the lights went off and then returned.
Why does my Kia Forte have a GDI engine?
Even diesel engines haven’t been immune to these issues. This is the big problem with most current GDI engines. Due to modern unburned hydrocarbon (UHC) regulations, vapors from the crankcase are usually vented into the intake stream in order to prevent oil droplets from escaping through the exhaust.
Is there a black filter for Kia Forte?
There is a black filter that should be used because the others just blow out from the oil pressure. That would’ve been good to know. The contact owns a 2015 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine and the TPMS warning lights illuminated.
Where can I get a Kia Forte engine repaired?
The vehicle was towed to napleton’s mid rivers Kia located at 4955 veterans memorial pkwy, St peters, mo 63376, to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be repaired or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the engine was previously replaced prior to the failure.