Why is my Kia Magentis not working properly?
This could be caused by a faulty wire in the rubber boot wire harness placed between the door and the car body, a shorted out wire inside the door or a loose harness connector. The best recourse would be to troubleshoot each of these components and figure out the true fault to fix the issue.
What’s the name of the new Kia Magentis?
The revised Kia Magentis has been given the ‘Schreyer’ styling treatment all round, most notably the new ‘tiger nose’ grille at the front, with a long sweeping, bold front bonnet edge which caps the grille and headlights. The car is 65 mm longer than the outgoing model, which gives a sleeker appearance.
How do you take alternator out of Kia Magentis?
First, pull out the lower ball joint. Then, take out the nuts that attach the strut to the spindle. After this, try to unbolt the right CV axle shaft nut and then, have the CV shaft taken out from the spindle. Finally, push the shaft smoothly away to take the alternator out.
What kind of mpg does a Kia Magentis get?
It is capable of upto 47.1 mpg (40.9 mpg for the automatic) when touring. The 2009 Kia Magentis is now only available with the 2.0-litre CRDi power and a choice of six-speed manual and four-speed automatic transmissions.
Are there any problems with the Kia Magentis?
Some of the common problems Kia owners face could be a faulty cluster, a flashing check engine light, a failed start up, a defective battery and many others to name a few. However, if these issues are not repaired on time or the parts are not properly inspected, they may lead to serious consequences.
How much does a Kia Magentis starter cost?
A clutch assembly is around £255, whilst front brake pads weigh in at around £40. An alternator will cost around £150, and for a starter motor you’ll be looking at £130.
Why does my Kia Magentis battery keep draining?
A draining battery could be the possible cause. To verify this, first unplug the negative battery terminal. Then, connect a test light between the terminal and the negative cable. After this, turn off the ignition key and lock all the car doors. If the test light appears to glow bright, it could indicate a draw on the battery.
Which is better Kia Magentis or Hyundai Sonata?
Targets like the Daewoo Leganza and Hyundai Sonata look fairer game for the flagship Kia, being of similar size and price. Bear in mind however, that only the Sonata offers V6 power – for £2,000 more than the top Magentis. Naturally if you plan to build a big car for small change, you have to cut a few corners here and there.