Why does my Kia Theta engine not start?
Some Kia drivers may complain of an engine that is hard to start, or that won’t start at all. DTCs P2110, P2118 or P2119 (throttle valve stuck closed) may be present on Theta 2.0L/2.4L engine-equipped vehicles. The condition may occur from carbon deposits and/or fuel additives accumulated in the throttle body.
What to use to clean Kia throttle plate?
4. Spray throttle plate cleaner onto the throttle valve and bore areas and wipe off the carbon deposits with a rag or shop towel (see Figs. 5 and 6 ). Caution: Be careful while trying to open throttle plate and avoid making any scratches to the throttle valve and bore areas during cleaning.
Why does my Kia have a dirty throttle body?
The condition may occur from carbon deposits and/or fuel additives accumulated in the throttle body. Dirty throttle bodies can cause a variety of concerns and may result in MIL illumination ( see Fig. 1 ). Although the ECU may compensate for changes in air flow with fuel trim adaptive logic adjustments, DTCs may illuminate over time.
How do I reset the etc throttle valve?
Reset the learned ETC Throttle Valve Position in the engine system with use of GDS by going to “System Option.” 8. Turn the ignition key to the On position for two seconds and Off for five seconds (do not start the engine) to allow the ECM to automatically perform the throttle valve position learning operation.
How to clean the Kia throttle body cleaner?
Tech Tip: Kia Throttle Body Cleaning 1 Remove the breather hose (A) and the air intake hose (B), to gain access to the ETC assembly ( see Fig. 2 ). 2 Disconnect the ETC connector (C) ( see Fig. 3 ). 3 Remove the four ETC mounting bolts as indicated and the ETC from the intake manifold ( see Fig.
Some Kia drivers may complain of an engine that is hard to start, or that won’t start at all. DTCs P2110, P2118 or P2119 (throttle valve stuck closed) may be present on Theta 2.0L/2.4L engine-equipped vehicles. The condition may occur from carbon deposits and/or fuel additives accumulated in the throttle body.
Reset the learned ETC Throttle Valve Position in the engine system with use of GDS by going to “System Option.” 8. Turn the ignition key to the On position for two seconds and Off for five seconds (do not start the engine) to allow the ECM to automatically perform the throttle valve position learning operation.