What causes Kia Sedona to stall at stop lights?
If there is no improvement there likely is a problem with the TPS or similar engine sensor. My 2002 Sedona has 77K miles and it has a great deal of torque off the line. When we go over those white lines at the stop lights the engine always slips the wheels with power. Good Luck.
Can a Kia Sorento shut off without warning?
As of today the vehicle starts with knocking, but dies frequently with no warning. There is still no engine light on. Unfortunately while driving my vehicle on the highway it shut off abruptly. I purchased the vehicle in 2017 with 60,000 miles. The truck just hit 100,000 miles not to long ago.
Why did my Kia Optima engine shut off without warning?
The vehicle’s engine stalled & shut off without warning, while I was driving in traffic. It gave zero prior warning, there were no warning lights, no sputtering, no indication of an issue. At the time, it had a quarter tank of gas (at least the gauge said so).
How do you reset a Kia battery after it is disconnected?
Connect the other end of the jumper wire to the positive terminal on the battery. Enter your Kia and place the key in the ignition, turning it as far as it will go without starting the engine. Push the lock button on your key fob for three seconds, until the lights on your dashboard blink.
Is there a problem with my Kia Sedona?
Roy, I saw your reply to the Kia Sedona owner who had a problem with intermittent stalling (a few years ago, now). I have a 2005 Kia Sedona with about 56k miles on the clock. I’ve had it since new and its been pretty good on the whole. However, it has developed the stalling issue you responded, just this last week.
Where did Kia Motor Sorento engine shut off without warning?
See all problems of the 2015 Kia Motor Sorento . I was driving on the highway i95 south in south carolina almost to the georgia border doing 70 mph in the middle lane when my engine shut down without a warning while passing another vehicle on the right.
How many miles does a Kia Sedona have?
I have a 2005 Kia Sedona with about 56k miles on the clock. I’ve had it since new and its been pretty good on the whole. However, it has developed the stalling issue you have posted this last week. Its happened maybe 10 times in the past 3 days and happens after about 20 minutes running.
Connect the other end of the jumper wire to the positive terminal on the battery. Enter your Kia and place the key in the ignition, turning it as far as it will go without starting the engine. Push the lock button on your key fob for three seconds, until the lights on your dashboard blink.
If there is no improvement there likely is a problem with the TPS or similar engine sensor. My 2002 Sedona has 77K miles and it has a great deal of torque off the line. When we go over those white lines at the stop lights the engine always slips the wheels with power. Good Luck.
What do the dashboard warning lights on your Kia vehicle Mean?
Some of the most important dashboard warning lights found on a Kia vehicle include: Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Warning Light Indicates a malfunction in the Anti-Lock Brake System Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
What kind of gas does a Kia Sedona use?
Run the gas tank down to 1/4 or less and then put in two cans of Castle Brand Isopropyl Alcohol “Double Dry ” dry Gas. b.) On top of that dry gas put in a full tank of Sunoco 94 octane or similar fuel
What does the butterfly plate on Kia Sedona do?
You press the gas pedal and the cable on the gas pedal opens a metal butterfly plate ( like the old carburetor throttle blades) on the metal air nozzle that is directly after the black plastic air cleaner.This makes more air available to the running engine. 4.)
What causes a car to stall in the morning?
Starts well in the morning but once it gets warm it jerks and slows until itn stops and stalls if you briefly switch off the engine for 3 seconds and restart it it starts well and moves for 3 to 5km and stalls again. It will do so all the way till you get home.
Run the gas tank down to 1/4 or less and then put in two cans of Castle Brand Isopropyl Alcohol “Double Dry ” dry Gas. b.) On top of that dry gas put in a full tank of Sunoco 94 octane or similar fuel
Where to talk about Kia Sedona stalling problems?
This is the place to talk about idling or stalling problems with the Kia Sedona. Need help getting around? [email protected] – or send a private message by clicking on my name.
How many miles does the Sedona have on it?
The Sedona has 107k miles on it. It started doing this last September. I was leaving work, coasting to a stop sign, and it just quit. I turned the key and it started right up.
Why does my car stall after 20 minutes?
However, it has developed the stalling issue you have posted this last week. Its happened maybe 10 times in the past 3 days and happens after about 20 minutes running. The car will simply coast with the engine running but no response from the accelerator pedal.
You press the gas pedal and the cable on the gas pedal opens a metal butterfly plate ( like the old carburetor throttle blades) on the metal air nozzle that is directly after the black plastic air cleaner.This makes more air available to the running engine. 4.)
How does the computer work on a Kia Sedona?
The computer decides what spark plug firing advance to have , what fuel injector pulse to generate, and basicly it decides what ” throttle response” you are going to see. The other sensors on the motor include temperature, Barometric air pressure and crankshaft position.
The computer decides what spark plug firing advance to have , what fuel injector pulse to generate, and basicly it decides what ” throttle response” you are going to see. The other sensors on the motor include temperature, Barometric air pressure and crankshaft position.
Why does my Kia Sedona stall at idle?
The factors that contribute to what you are describing include fuel with some water in it, problems with the software in the computer ( a slow response setting to the gas pedal. ) and a bad throttle position sensor. 1.) your car is running at idle and drawing some volume of air.
What does the maintenance required light mean on a Kia?
The maintenance required light is simply indicating that the car is due for an oil change or other routine servicing. Your Check Engine light will either be orange, yellow, or red, depending on the manufacturer, and it will either be the words ‘CHECK ENGINE’ or it will be shaped as an engine.
Where is the Check Engine light on a Kia?
This method applies only to Kia vehicles that are the model year 1996 and newer. Locate the OBD-II port under the dashboard. Plugin your scanner into the OBD-II port. Turn on the ignition. Do not start the engine. Allow the scanner to power on. Select Read Codes on your scanner. Write down all the codes that are Present or Current.
What happens when the Kia Forte shuts off?
Kia Forte 2016 – while driving the engine shuts off and it loses power steering breaks, this has happened many times. Stopped at a red light, starting the car, driving 10 mph, 50mph, 35 mph.
Why does intermittent stalling occur in a car?
One of the more unusual causes of intermittent stalling we’ve heard about is a defective vehicle speed sensor. When the vehicle stops moving, the PCM may not engage the idle speed motor (carbureted engines) or idle air bypass motor (fuel injected engines) so the engine will idle normally.
What causes a car to stall after replacing the relay?
Replacing the relay usually cures the problem. Another cause of stalling that is often overlooked is bad gas. Moisture sometimes finds its way into underground fuel tanks, and engines don’t run very well on water. Sometimes alcohol additives may not be properly mixed, or may separate from the gasoline in the presence of water.
I have a 2005 Kia Sedona with about 56k miles on the clock. I’ve had it since new and its been pretty good on the whole. However, it has developed the stalling issue you have posted this last week. Its happened maybe 10 times in the past 3 days and happens after about 20 minutes running.
When does the Kia maintenance light go off?
The computer system tracks the engine miles from the time it was reset, and the light will trigger after a certain amount of miles driven (i.e. 5,000 miles, or 7,500 miles). When the system counts down to zero, your vehicle should have already been serviced, or it should be serviced as soon as possible.
What are the components of a Kia Sedona?
1. Engine Control Module (ECM) 2. Barometric Pressure Sensor (BPS) 3. Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) 4. Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS) 5. Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) 6. Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) [integrated into ETC Module] 7. Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) 8. Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1 / Intake]
What causes Kia Sedona to think its being stolen?
The Kia Sedona is well known for presenting issues to the operator when trying to start the engine. This is especially true for vehicles with the Kia smart key. An issue with the factory vehicle immobilizer control module can cause the vehicle to think it is being stolen.
What to do if your Kia Sedona is not starting?
The newest version of the smart key can be used to press the start button, which will allow the vehicle to register the key when the battery is low. If these quick tips do not allow the vehicle to start, or the vehicle does not use a smart key, diagnostics will need to be performed by a factory authorized Kia service enter.
How can I Fix my Kia Sedona fuse box?
It is actually a known issue with Kia, although even my Kia dealer was unaware. The fix is to replace the IPM with an updated version they produced. Some web site says you have to bang hard and sharply on the area near the fuse box. Sounds weird as a solution, but it works.
Where to find check engine light code on Kia?
When retrieving Kia check engine light codes with an OBD II scan tool, proceed as follows: 1. Connect scan tool to the 16-pin data link connector (DLC) located underneath the steering column. The connector may have a removable cover. 2. Turn the ignition on. 3.
What to do if check engine light is on but no code?
Check the make and model of your reader to see what it is built for and if all else fails, head into a parts store and they should be able to read the issue at no cost to you. No code being generated on the reader does not mean the driver is in the clear.
Can a Kia Sorento engine shut off while driving?
Hello , I was driving my 2016 kia Sorento and my car engine just shut off and stopped while driving. This needs to be readdress and made sure all kia Sorento do not have the same problem. It was very scary while driving on a highway and this happening. Was driving on the freeway and heard a sound as if I had ran over a piece of plastic.
Can a car shut down with low power?
Vehicle shut down with low power at 50 mph with all lights working. Computer has car shut down and can not start. Driving at the speed of 55 mph on two lane road coming down a mountain and kia Optima sx 2. 0l turbo started losing power then at 45 engine shut down. Coasted to shoulder of the road and will not start.
When does Kia Sorento engine shut down while driving?
CarComplaints.com Notes: There are just too many engine stalls or shuts down while driving reports to feel good about the Sorento. Especially when those things happen, on average, at just over 32,000 miles. Hopefully things will change. No one has added a helpful site for this 2013 Sorento problem yet. Be the first!
Are there any problems with the Kia Optima?
Kia Motor Optima owners have reported 70 problems related to engine shut off without warning (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Kia Motor Optima based on all problems reported for the Optima.
How many times does a Kia Sorento stall?
More than one Kia Sorento owner went so far as to post a video on YouTube. Frankly this video is not worth watching but what she said is worth noting, her Sorento stalled six times with no results from the dealership who was as stumped as she was.