What are common reasons my Kia Optima has heater problems?

What are common reasons my Kia Optima has heater problems?

What are common reasons my Kia Optima has heater problems? While there are a variety of reasons your Kia Optima heater is not working, the most common 3 are a broken heater blower motor, a problem with the thermostat, or a failed heater blower motor resistor. See what others are asking about their Kia Optima.

What should I do if my Kia blower motor is not working?

Have the blower motor plug checked with a test light to ensure if there is power to it. If so, the best solution would be to replace the motor. Another option could be to hit the motor lightly from below the passenger side of the dash and check if it starts.

What causes Kia Sedona blower to blow air only in front?

If there is power to the motor and the rest of the blower seems to work fine, it might indicate a bad field effect transistor that could be replaced to fix the issue. What could cause a blower motor to blow air only in the front of a 2007 Kia Sedona?

When did the Kia Optima go into engineering mode?

2011 Sx tdi…Front end rattling…need assistance. How to gets access to engineering mode in 2017 optima plug-in hybrid? Introduction? RPMs dipping. Fuel filter change?

How to fix the air not blowing out on a Kia Spectra?

Hold the fan with your right hand, so that your fingers are NOT IN THE PATH of vanes, and with your left hand, move fan control to POS #1. Fan should spin. If it doesn’t, it could be : a) fuse b) motor c) blower resistor.

Is the Kia Sorento blower resistor good or bad?

If it spins, the motor is fine and it is power resistor. Now about the pluses of this unfortunate situation: – unlike many other cars, it is a piece of cake, with Kia Sorento, to get to the blower assy and blower resistor – unlike many other cars, both the blower assy and blower resistor are reasonably priced.

What are common reasons my Kia Optima has heater problems? While there are a variety of reasons your Kia Optima heater is not working, the most common 3 are a broken heater blower motor, a problem with the thermostat, or a failed heater blower motor resistor. See what others are asking about their Kia Optima.

Have the blower motor plug checked with a test light to ensure if there is power to it. If so, the best solution would be to replace the motor. Another option could be to hit the motor lightly from below the passenger side of the dash and check if it starts.

If there is power to the motor and the rest of the blower seems to work fine, it might indicate a bad field effect transistor that could be replaced to fix the issue. What could cause a blower motor to blow air only in the front of a 2007 Kia Sedona?

What to do if your blower motor is not working?

First, check the blower motor for power using a test light, as it can likely cause this problem to occur. To do so, put one lead of the tester at the connector’s red/black stripe wire and the other to a clean metal piece to get a proper ground.

First, check the blower motor for power using a test light, as it can likely cause this problem to occur. To do so, put one lead of the tester at the connector’s red/black stripe wire and the other to a clean metal piece to get a proper ground.

What causes a Kia Spectra blower to work sporadically?

What could cause a blower motor in a 2006 Kia Spectra to work sporadically? This could be caused either by a weak connection at the blower motor or a dead spot inside the motor. First, confirm if there are any unattached wires and connections at the motor. Then, test the connector with a voltmeter for power, when the motor is inactive.

Why is the blower fan on my Kia not working?

By continuing to use this site you consent to the use of cookies on your device as described in our cookie policy unless you have disabled them. The blower fan on my 2009 kia sportage is not working. I’ve… The blower fan on…

Is the a / C on my Kia Optima working?

I posted last September about my 2015 Optima a/c blowing cool for a few minutes, then the driver’s side (I have dual climate control) would start blowing “neutral” air. Living in South Florida in Aug/Sept/Oct etc, neutral air is intolerable.

Why does my Kia Optima fan keep kicking on?

At a stop your fan should kick on, If it doesnt get it replaced. But before you do that when you start your car does it seem the ac keeps on kicking on and off? If thats the case then your low a freon. 9 people found this helpful.

What’s the problem with my Kia Sorrento a / C?

My 2013 Kia Sorrento has been blowing neutral air on the drivers side and cold air on the passengers side. Any suggestions on what is wrong? 16 people found this helpful. CMack88 did the dealer ever tell you what was wrong with your A/C mine is doing he same.

What to do if your Ford Fusion heater is not working?

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What are the symptoms of a bad heater motor resistor?

Symptoms of a Bad or Failing Heater Blower Motor Resistor 1 Blower motor stuck on one speed A common symptom of a faulty blower motor resistor is a blower motor that is stuck on… 2 Blower motor does not work on certain settings Another common symptom of a faulty blower motor resistor is a a blower… 3 No air from the vehicle’s vents More

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…

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