Why is my car overheating at a stop?

Why is my car overheating at a stop?

If the coolant level is low, that tells you there is a leak somewhere in the system. If there isn’t enough coolant in the system, the engine can easily start to overheat while you sit at a stoplight or in traffic. You can check the coolant level yourself by popping the hood and taking a look under the radiator cap.

What should I do if my Kia Grand Carnival overheats?

The dealer now refuses to answer my calls so I had it towed to my mechanic (Ultratune) who spent a few hours on it but could not get it to overheat or find the problem and suspected it may be an issue with the fans so recommended I take it to an auto electrician.

What happens if I Write my Kia Grand Carnival off?

Basically.. if you write your car off in an accident, your insurance provider says the car was worth $7k but your loan is for $10k, they ME insurance will pay out the $3k remaining. It is, IMHO scam insurance unless you have a very expensive, rapidly depreciating car. It does not (generally) cover mechanical failures.

What should I do if my car overheats?

Certain engine faults, such as a leaking head gasket or poor engine running condition can also cause overheating. To get all this resolved, just simply request an engine overheating diagnostic and the responding certified mechanic will repair the leak, check to be sure there are no unaddressed causes, and ultimately get the car running for you.

Can you replace a Kia Carnival with a Toyota?

Replace car with a Toyota, never buy a Kia Carnival again. You’re not in the Circus Thanks for your replies. I have spoken to the insurance company and they have said that if I get a report from the mechanic saying that it is accidental damage then they will cover me. If it’s wear and tear then I’m not covered.

The dealer now refuses to answer my calls so I had it towed to my mechanic (Ultratune) who spent a few hours on it but could not get it to overheat or find the problem and suspected it may be an issue with the fans so recommended I take it to an auto electrician.

Is there a recall on the Kia Carnival?

The 2022 Kia Carnival minivan is brand new and has been on sale in the U.S. for less than three months. Yet, it already faces a recall. Recalls are not unusual in brand new models, as production problems aren’t always immediately apparent. But this one involves the serious risk of a vehicle fire.

What to do if your Kia engine stops working?

If you start to experience Kia engine problems, you could be facing some very costly repairs. If your engine stops working, your car will shut down. If you notice your Kia is running differently than normal, you always go get it checked out by a mechanic.

How old should a Kia Grand Carnival radiator be?

In summary, the car is a bit old now, so that means that many ‘consumables’ are due for replacing. It just might be the entire radiator – that’s due for replacement now anyway. These definitely are not made to last longer than 9 years. Often they fail, taking the whole engine down with them at the same time. It doesn’t have to be that way.

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