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Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help? [sheri664]
i dont get it i have fixed everything on my sportage no special tools required the tune up is aser in it than my girlfrinds van.for tune up pull off intake unscrew the plastick cover then change the 2 moduals 2 wires 4 sparkplugs then put it back togeather tho only special tool u will need is a small sparkplug socket with the ruber boot in it or a magnat on ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage misfiring [rickparkinson]
Had a complete tuneup done as they could not tell exactly what was the issue, $400 later vehicle is running fine. Now on to the delayed shifting issue into drive when it is cold.
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2001 kia sportage 4x4 4 cylinder
4 wheel drive works in drive,but not in reverse,also trouble shifting into 4 low gear
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2001 Kia Sportage misfiring
My Sportage started misfiring about 40 days after I bought it. Check engine light came on. i checked for a cause and tried the remove gas cap and reseat it and the light went off. Two days later it came back up and I started feeling a misfire, found it was #4 (P0304 code). i was having the valve cover and plugs replaced and after that it ran fine though the ... Read More
Kia Sportage battery and electrical Problems
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2001 kia sportage will not start
I have a 2001 Kia Sportage, It will not start. I replaced the ignition switch as other had a short in it and had to keep jiggling the key or lift up on it when trying to start my Kia. . Right before the switch totally quit working when doing this My starter made a slow noise like it was trying to engage. Noise lasted about 3=4 seconds.Then would not turn ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 Sportage stalling [kreal]
I just purchased a 2001 kia sportage and was having issues with power, when I read your post I got thinking and I had the same problem with the insulation. I cut it away and now I got some pep out of her and also shift great now too. thanks
Rebuilding My Kia Sportage Engine
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2001 kia sportage cracked head
Hi i was told i had blown my head gasket and cracked the head. the head apparently is too bad to fix. Now i am able to get another engine that has a 3mth warantee on it and 104ks on it. What do i need to look out for or ask about this new motor before i buy it? I had had problems with over heating so i replaced the thermostat ... Read More
Kia Sportage battery and electrical Problems
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Re: 2001 kia sportage ignition problem [larusso]
Had same issue with a 1997 Sportage. I believe they had to replace the ground cable on my battery. Grounding problems seem to be a common Sportage fault.
2011 Kia Sportage
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I don't know about you all...
but this has got to be about the best looking SUV I've ever seen. My wife and I owned a 2001 Kia Sportage 4X4 and it was solid and built like a tank, yet it was still fun to drive with the 5-speed stick. But Kia has progressed to being more of a world-class automobile manufacturer since 2001 and this new Sportage is in a class above the old "Jeep/Army" looking ... Read More
Kia Sportage battery and electrical Problems
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2001 kia sportage ignition problem
Some time when I turn key . nothing happens. Then after Sometime 3 trys it will finally start right up. Then If driving and i Turn car off and try to start it takes several times of turning key before anything happens. It like a relay or something is not allowing any power to starter. have replaced battery, alternator. and am wondering if there is some sort of relay between my ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [andy91]
ATTENTION KIA OWNERS WHEN YOU LOSE POWER OR HAVE MISFIRE CODES BEFORE YOU SPEND TONS OF MONEY ON THE FIX DO A COMPRESSION. CHECK IT SHOULD BE A MIMINUM OF 124 PSI, THEN CHECK THE TIMING BELT FOR SLIPAGE AND THE TIMING MARKS. THE BELTS SHOULD BE REPLACED AROUND 60,000 MILES, DO THIS BEFORE REPLACING ELECTRICAL PARTS OR REPLACING THE CONVERTERS WHICH IS VERY EXPENSIVE. WHEN YOU REPLACE A TIMING BELT ... Read More
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our kia sportage 2001 occasionally falls below 1000 rpm
it has been showing this problem for the last 12 months on and off, either not starting properly, or else stuttering while driving, recovering after a few minutes, after pressing accelarator pedal repeatedly. The problem continues after the following replacements/repairs: new lambda sondes, replacement of every single sensor, checking all contacts, checking fuel pressure, replacement of all relays, replacement of timer belt, new plugs, cleaning of all valves by supersonic treatment, ... Read More
Kia Sportage Heater AC Climate Control
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heater blower
i have a 2001 kia sportage and my heater blower works sometimes and sometimes it dosent does anyone know what could be causing this? thanks for your help brandy
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage - a/c vents [lmp4]
Where are the cables located? I've taken apart the dash and haven't found them. The only thing connected to the control knob is the electrical plug harness and wires.
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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auto door lock system
My only key broke.I replaced ign but now cant lock doors.I was told 2001 Kia Sportage has auto door lock system in it already they would just sell me the lock key and program it.How do I know if the car already has this.Is there any way i can tell I bought the car used can dealer tell
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 1998 Sportage stalling [lilbrat53]
I hope this helps somebody save money and stress that we experienced. My 2001 Kia sat for 6 months because we couldn't figure out what was wrong with it, started, ran but accelerating would cause the car to choke and loose speed, changed the front catalytic converter as directed by 3 mechanics and after a computer check (purchased through the catalyticconverterwarehouse.com - saves a ton of money), gave a complete tuneup, ... Read More
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2001 Kia Sportage fuel problems
Hi, we really need someones help! We have been having a lot of problems to say the least about our Kia lately. We recently replaced the fuel pump and since then the car has been driving a little rough. It then fixed itself and seemed to run fine. Then the other day we were driving it and it just died in the middle of the street. We have checked the fuel ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage - a/c vents [mgpage]
THis is a mechanical cable control. So you have to look for this cable, is it secured on both ends, or is it disconnected from the control knob....????
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2001 Kia Sportage - a/c vents
My a/c is working fine (as well as it can in Houston) but the air will only blow out the windshield vents on the dashboard.....whether I set the dial to direct the air there or in my face or the floor. Any ideas on why this is and what I need to do to correct this???
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [andy91]
Ok kia check engine light is fixed. It was the computer that had gone bad making the engine misfire on cylinders 2,3,4 periodically. Instead of buying a 695.00 new one I got a salvaged one and it has been running great for the past two weeks.. Thanks for all the help.
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [lmp4]
I have a question? Where is the ecm located? I found one box under the dash next to the steering column named Unit-Cont ECAT wt005728 / 954404Z110 (Silver metal small box.. Found another one under the radio mounted to a bracket named ECU-ETWIS - OK07E67720 (Small black plastic box).. Found one under the floor mat on passager side named Control Unit, EGI K07A Cal,Fed 1268301783 (Large silver metal box, This last ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [andy91]
..come back to tell of the outcome....
Kia Sportage Owners
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Re: 2001 kia sportage-what is a ecu-etwis? [bkirbey]
Reply deleted..this is a duplicate thread...
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [andy91]
Update. I dropped the kia off at a shop at lunch time and they called me back and said it was the ECM computer... Kia has a 80k mile or 8 year coverage on the ecm.. Missed by the years by 6 months.. My luck.. Thanks for your help...
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [lmp4]
I have done the free exhaust test and still misfires and then clears up and back to misfiring again. I replaced the crankshaft pos senor last night, Along with a new catalytic convertor.. It was misfiring when I first started the engine after replacing these two parts and then cleared up after a few seconds. Thought that it was fixed... Drove the car this morning 42 miles with no problem. Went ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [lmp4]
Thank you, I will get one and see what happens.. Will let you know..
Kia Sportage Owners
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2001 kia sportage-what is a ecu-etwis?
I have recently had to replace my clutch and after reassembly have not been able to get it to start. Changed all relays, the ecu and still not fuel to engine. Have checked the fuel pump and it runs when bypassing thru link in engine compartment. Found this ecu-etwis under console in front of shifter, but KIA can't tell me anything about it's function. does anyone know?
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light [andy91]
What you describe is typical of failed crank position sensor, located on clutch/torque converter bellhousing, driver side. A common issue with SPorty.. This is typical of all cars, by the way. Crank sensor is heat sensitive and in most cases starts running haywire when hot, then progressively fails completely.
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2001 Kia Sportage Check engine light
Hello, I hope someone can direct me in the right way. My wife 2001 Kia sportage engine light came on over 2 months ago and I had the code checked at a local part store. It showed a bad catalytic converter, Since I do not live where emission are required I did not see the reason for a 199.00 catalytic. Well now the car shuts down when driving. The engine light ... Read More
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Re: 1996 Sportage 4x4 transmission issue [scottkia]
I have 2001 Kia Sportage 4x4 automatic.........I had the same problem for months I thought and afraid some will brake on the transfer case or transmission!! But I found the problem: I feel bad you took the hubs out ; to buy Manual ones they are not very Chip If you still have the parts I would put them back on . I found out by Researching the problem that :when ... Read More
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4x4 driving
Can anybody please explain How the Vaccum can lock the hubs on the Kia 2001 sportage what is causing it............how it works thanks
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Cam positon sensor
I have a 2001 Kia sportage and my check engine light came on.... had it checked it was the cam position sensor....... I had that fixed, but car is still not working right. It is idling jerky and feels like it is going to die. I have code reader and it still says the cam sensor. Any one have any suggestions of what it could be.
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Re: 1996 Sportage 4x4 transmission issue [mattman88]
I have a 2001 Kia Sportage 4x4 automatic and I had a issue where at low speeds or braking the car would lurch or feel like I went over a bump. It ended up being the front hubs. It would lock the hub then un-lock and cause the issue even though the car was not in 4 wheel drive. I took the spring and slider gear out of both hubs and ... Read More
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2001 Kia Sportage 4wd
I've got a Kia Sportage 4wd when in 2wd sometimes from a dead stop when I accelerate there is a whining sound followed by a thump and it feels like you've gone over a pot hole with both front wheels. It doesn't happen all the time. What would cause this?
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [jon1099]
I found the sensor online for $ 50. They UPS it and I got it within 2 days. Very safe. Unfortunately- that wasn't my problem. And now we took apart the care and replaced the spark plugs, but still not working. I HATE KIA"I love the outdoors, cookouts, and swimming. I HATE KIA"S!!!! I have never had this many problems with any car that I have owned.
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [dmiah298]
Good idea, I hate to drop that kind of cash on a maybe, but a good direction to go. Thanks, :) Jon
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [jon1099]
I have a 1997 Sportage that does the same thing. I took it to the parts store where they ran the codes and said it was my mass air flow sensor. They said that the misfires and backfires are from the air to idle ratio, and that it can cause major issues if it isn't fixed... Soon!! Car doesn't idle well, when a/c is on it almost shut off, and it ... Read More
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [jon1099]
... indeed I'd check T_belt, as imprperly timed valves caould let exhaust from one cyinder stray into another and cause backfires and this would show more under load....but no garantee. The idea is to clear the option so one can look at other things without the possibility of this cause still hanging over your head. Your findings can be very helpfull for others...so keep us posted.
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [lmp4]
I have replaced plus, wires and coils at same time and no better, so not humidity. problem always gets worse under load, uphill or with AC on. Tending to think timing belt off a tooth, but acts more electrical. Any other ideas. thanks for the input Jon
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [jon1099]
ALl symptoms definitely show spark problem.. Very sensitive to humidity...train hair dryer over coils and plug wires. Also, oil intrusion from cam/valve cover gasket is a common problem and can contaminate spark plugs starting with #4...then 3....I would open the valve cover (more annoying than difficult) and check that out.... link title
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2001 Kia Sportage
My 2001 sportage is misfiring and running poorly on and off. the check engine light is on and code says random misfire on # 3 and 4. sometimes will run okay, then will surge (suddenly have power again) or sometimes all but die and start to back-fire (engine light starts to blink on and off about then). Have replaced plugs, both coil packs and plug wires. had timing belt changed within ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 overheating [lesndea]
I have a 2001 kia sportage that starts overheating when I turn the ac on any suggestios Those living in warm areas have complained about this quite often. Check if electric AC cooling fan in front of radiator turns on when AC is trigged ON. ALso there is a thermostatic switch on right radiator tank..that is passenger side of radiator. YOu can bypass it with a jumper to test the fan. ... Read More
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2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help?
I was driving home and it decided to just quit. my husband is trouble shooting to find out whats wrong. we cant get a repair manual. does anyone know where we can get a good repair manual or help trouble shooting our problem. my husband has repaired all of our vehicles over the years but this is different. if you can truly help please email me. tracieeo@bellsouth.net
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2001 overheating
I have a 2001 kia sportage that starts overheating when I turn the ac on any suggestios
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [lmp4]
The mechanic checked all wires including the wheel well area and all were good. He still has no ground signal to the injectors. I'll email you some info.
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [jhl1]
...the grounding by the computer happens by very short impulses, except at KEY ON where "primer" is 1-2 sec. Cam sensor is part of the injection circuit, and has been suggested several times in similar cases, but I can't remember if one came with a definite solution saying that "the cam sensor was the culprit".... It is not clearly documented with this engine, but in my other car, a faulty cam ... Read More
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [lmp4]
We have 12v to all the injectors now but no ground signal when cranking the motor over. ?????????
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [jhl1]
Which relay? UNplug the MAIN relay for a test or pull out MAIN fuse out; and check those diagrams...specific to 2001 (the former one was 2000, most similar except BK/W wire ..... Black/white is feed to idle air control motor and should also be OFF with key off. +12V to injectors and dile control comes from the main relay, not the F.P. relay. But if MAIN relay is frozen ON, then ... Read More
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [lmp4]
When the relay is plugged in the green wire is 12v with the key off & the black wire with white stripe is the same way. The mechanic changed the relay and no difference.
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [jhl1]
we have +12v with the key on and off ??? you mean on the green wire of the injectors?...THis should be dead with key off.... At this time, I have personnally had no problem of that type,. so this info is strictly based on the diagrams. Some measurements can lead to confusion as measuring voltage on a disconnected socket without any load can measure a stray voltage, specially with electronics, that ... Read More
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [lmp4]
We checked the power and we have +12v with the key on and off. The injectors wont open to start. The mechanic would like to talk to you if possible on the phone.
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [jhl1]
Just this diagram to show what is involved....including cam sensor.... Check cam sensor connector, ground, +12V with key ON on all injectors green wire.
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2001 kia sportage injectors issue
The injectors have no signal. The garage put a new fuel pump in it,no change. They put a different computer in it,no change. Checked fuses and relays, all seem ok. Any help email me jluce74@hotmail.com Thanks,Jason
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Re: 2001 kia sportage injectors issue [jhl1]
My post went under the died in traffic one oops. We still have no signal to the injectors. Changed the cam sensor and no help. Check wires and all good. Changed crank sensor and no help. Timing belt is good and timing is ok. Changed relays and no help. Changed the computer and no help. Put a new fuel pump in it and no help. Still no signal to the injectors ... Read More
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Re: 2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help? [jhl1]
repeat: What is mileage? Have you checked the timing belt?
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Re: 2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help? [jhl1]
Hi there, I know how frustrating working on KIA's can be. They are rather difficult to work on. Just in case you haven't tried already, have you contacted KIA directly for help? I know the dealerships want to charge and arm and a leg, so you might want to try KIA directly. Also, craigslist has been informative for me. I don't know how much luck you will have with your situation, ... Read More
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Re: 2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help? [lmp4]
Ok we are ready to give up. We just changed the cam sensor and no help. We still have no signal to the injectors from the computer. Anyone that has any ideas my mechanic would like to talk to you. He has Verizon Wireless for his cellphone carrier (free call verizon to verizon) or his home/shop phone. Let me know if you can talk to him. We are stuck.
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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Re: 2002 Sportage [chrisa222]
There is no neutral opinion about this Sportage: one loves it, the other hates it. Front vacuum hubs were a problem at least until 2000..I read new seals were used in 2001-2002 that made them more reliable..but hubs are easily replaced with other type, and anyway, it does not stop you from driving 2WD ...and the price you have allows for 200-300$ if a swap proves necessary. Car..well..it is more a ... Read More
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Re: 2001 kia sportage [gwynb]
....(cont)...and check posts under "repair and maintenance" on this forum for timing belt info or see this one
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Re: 2001 kia sportage [gwynb]
Is your check engine light ON? THis little buddy is extremely sensitive to spark problems..but this would very easily throw a code. Was it ever working normally after the timing belt replacement? As such, the only "adjustment" is to have it installed properly, period. Any doubts there must be cleared, if any.
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help? [trace2001kia]
Register to www.kiatechinfo.com and you will have most of what you need, diagrams, codes, repair man uals. Abot you engine "quitting", what is mileage? above 65,000 miles, the timing belt is an almost mandatory maintenance item, and when the belt quits, that's just it: car stays there, and this is a very common occurrence. If you meet or exceed above conditions, pull front timing belt cover and check belt.
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Re: 2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help? [trace2001kia]
Good luck. My mechanic who is a 30 year master tech can't figure out the one we got. We have changed several items, checked wires, changed the computer and it still won't run. We found a seller on ebay who is from Canada that sells CD rom disc for Kia Sportages and my mechanic says it is a good disc.
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Re: 2001 kia sportage died on me in traffic-help? [trace2001kia]
This may help: Online Repair Manuals if you can truly help please email me... That would deprive others of valuable information - let's keep the discussion here! :) tidester, host SUVs and Smart Shopper
Kia Sportage 2004 and earlier
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2001 kia sportage
my timing belt snapped, it was replaced. before that i had a tune up. just recently i replaced valve cover gasket, plugs and wires. i have major power loss, especially on hills. suggested to have timing adjusted. i just want to know if that will fix my problem, or if i should be getting something else checked?
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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help!2001 sportage ex 4wd
I NEED SOME WIRE DIAGRAMS READ #311. WHEN IT FIRST HAPPEND RADIO@CLOCK WERE FLICKERNG I WOULD MESS WITH THE WIRING ON THE COMP. AND I COULD GET IT TO WORK THEN IT WOULD START I WOULD PUT IT IN GEAR AND IT WOULD STALL AND IT WOULD START MESSING UP AGAIN PLAY SOME MORE AND IT WOULD DO IT AGAIN NOW ALL IT DOSE IS TURN OVER NO CHANCE WITH WIRING ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
THERE IS A TRANSFER CASE FOR $400 ON CRAIGS LIST U COULD TALK HIM DOWN!!
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [lmp4]
Thanks for your help. I'm meeting with the shop on Monday. I'll let you know how I make out. I really appreciate all your assistance and will keep you posted!!!
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
...in addition, if you mention the area you live in, I suspect other forum members in your vincinity would be glad to offer support to your claim...
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
My view.comes from too far away , but some independant knowledgeable person would confirm the facts ..: some negligence is involved in the condition of the driving shaft after the $1700 repair. THe shaft just cannot just have snapped from the T-case end AND cause that damage: if it had snapped like that, it would have fallen to the ground, trailing, would have been out of the way and then unable ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [lmp4]
Thanks so much for your input. So how should I handle this when I go to the car shop. What approach should I take. The car was used in 4WD in December before I took it into the shop in January and I did not have any problems with the 4WD. I took the car into the shop because of the noises it was making in the front wheel which resulted ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
Dave Scott, who has access to my photo bank on another forum , without reading my comments, also said ".....it looks like the driveshaft got pushed back into the t-case" confirming the interpretation that the shaft separated at the differential first.... I think the event is not a "freak"....
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
...but...I'm still curious about the other end of the driving shaft....the one that connects to the differential...did you take a photo of tht end..and differential ? Was one section of the driving shaft still attached to the differential ?..... I wonder if it is possible that the "snap" we see in the pictures occured rather as a consequence of another failure ...In fact, the extent of the damage would rather indicate ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [lmp4]
pictures: pic1 pic2 pic3 pic4 ...wow.. it did snap off with a bang....even the bracket was torn off the sub frame... ...
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
If you set up your CarSpace page, you can post the photos in an Album there. Then we can all look at them. Click on the My CarSpace tab up top to get started. It's all free btw.
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
It is possible they did not peek to that area. What surprises me more is that you had no previous signs of that condition...unless you did not engage 4WD for years... e-mail photos at unami_1@hotmail.com
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [lmp4]
Thanks for your response. What I was wondering though, is the U-Joint something that would have been visible during the work they performed. Would they have had to see that this U-joint was corroded and ready to snap. Here is what they did do the car: Install left front axel, shalf, wheel bearings, wheel hubs, remove left front steering knuckle, replace needle bearing for input shaft, replace seals. replace left axel ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
it was a failed U-joint ..so, it was indeed possible the front driving shaft (between t-case and differential) got loose ! ....obviously at the differential ! I can imagine the thump that followed and the result is consequential. But I have just changed a U-joint on that driving shaft 2 months ago, and cannot imagine it would "break" by itself, rust or anything else. ...it it broke, that means one part ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [lmp4]
Well I had an "expert" do a report on my car. He took pictures, etc and stated that the damage was not as a result of the work that was done on my vehicle and that it was a failed U-joint which had apparently dried out and corroded and literally snapped. The "commercial" car centre I initially took my vehicle to in January 2008 told me they did a report card ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
....something jammed....?? ..if that happened right after the wheel bearing change, I could have suspected the wheel bearing was adjusted too tight..and that can cause a wheel bearing to seize, I've seen it happen... but this is not dependant of running in 4WD..so it should have occurred before... ....just confirm nothing was changed in the front differerential...($1700....that must cover a lot of parts...???_...I can't imagine someone might have replaced the differential ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [lmp4]
Hi, thanks so much for the reply. I can assure you that the vehicle was put in four wheel drive during a snow storm. roads were totally snow covered. I was told by the mechanic that when the car was put into four wheel drive something jammed it which caused the transfer case to explode. (we only made it a couple of miles before it exploded) You mentioned something about the ... Read More
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
Now....may be procure more details on the "nature" of the explosion (is the case cracked and oil spliled out) and what do you describe as a "cutting the transmission line".
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Re: Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding [marika1]
This car cannot physically be fitted with anything else than what duplicates the original. So whatever the labelling, what was installed is not the cause of your problem. THe most ..and, in fact, the only probable cause for overtorquing the transfer case is running on dry pavement with the 4WD engaged. THis 4x4 is labelled "part time 4WD" and MUST NEVER ..never never...be run on asphalt in 4x4 because it has ... Read More
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Kia Sportage 2001 - Transfer Case Exploding
I have a 2001 Kia Sportage. I had the car in the shop in January, 2008 (about 35 days ago) and had the wheel hubs, front left axel, and a few other things replaced as the front wheel was making a funny whistling sound. After spending $1700.00 I was driving my car and put the car into 4 Wheel Drive before leaving my driveway. It was the first time I put ... Read More
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [sue45]
It was put on the computer and it came up the 02 sensor and throttle position sensor TPS makes sense. THis is not an expensive item and it is easy to change. I would not dismiss that indication. Failed TPS will cause jerk and buck....Pay attention to connectors. O2 will have effect once car it up to temperature..because it is out of the loop when cold. It depends which code: hi ... Read More
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [lmp4]
The timing belt was replaced about 1mth ago, when we were trying to figure out the problem. It works well for a a few miles and then starts doing the same thing again. It is like it has a bug, works well then doesn't work well and then doesn't. It was put on the computer and it came up the 02 sensor and throttle position sensor but can't really get a ... Read More
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [sue45]
I did not go back to see previous posts...a little bit tedious...but.. - My fist suspicion is still about belt/cam timing....may be it was double checked, may be not... but I would not go investigating a lot of other possible factors unless I'm 100% positively categorically sure this item is OK.....
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [lmp4]
Have had the car for the last 4 years, it is nothing compared to what it used to be. The car is started without the hold light on. We are in the process of checking your other list of things to try. Not a lot of time to spend on it, and have not driven it for awhile
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [sue45]
"it is really sluggish like it has no power until you get up to over 60km per hour. It is an automatic " Did you have this car for a long time? DO you compare the performance to this same car as you knew it before, or to other cars you are used to drive? Objectively, this engine has no torque at low rpm ...so what you say is not very ... Read More
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [lmp4]
We just changed the timing belt a couple of weeks ago at the same time we replaced everything else I mentioned. It did fix the problem of it having no power to go over 50 or 60 km per hour. It starts fine and idles fine, the issue is when you put it in gear it is really sluggish like it has no power until you get up to over 60km ... Read More
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [sue45]
sue 45 said: We did the test it is not the fuel pump, running out of ideas. Does any one have suggestions OK then for fuel supply. What about the other tests I suggested in my first reply: WHen voltage runs low (for alternator problem) engine starts being erratic : injectors do not fire, spark is poor, ..and battery runs down. Use a voltmeter and test battery voltage with engine running ... Read More
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [lmp4]
We did the test it is not the fuel pump, running out of ideas. Does any one have suggestions
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [sue45]
Do you know if there is a shrader valve on the fuel rail YOur question tells you know what is involved....I have NOT ckecked myself...just assumed there is one like my other car....I will try to locate it and return.... read this
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [lmp4]
The battery was approx a year old but had to be replaces because it went dead and it was -33 and froze, prior to that happening the battery was fine. Do you know if there is a shrader valve on the fuel rail.
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Re: Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power [sue45]
sue45 wrote: I have a 2001 sportage, there is no power it feels like it is running out of gas. I have just replaced the air filter, coil, sparkplugs, timing belt, water pump, fuel filter and then had to change the battery. Could this be the fuel pump and if so is there a way to check prior to purchasing a new one. ...had to change the battery....??? why? WHen voltage ... Read More
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Help 2001 Kia Sportage no power
I have a 2001 sportage, there is no power it feels like it is running out of gas. I have just replaced the air filter, coil, sparkplugs, timing belt, water pump, fuel filter and then had to change the battery. Could this be the fuel pump and if so is there a way to check prior to purchasing a new one. Thanks
Kia Sportage Owners
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Yeah...
the 2001 Kia Sportage 4X4 towed our 4 X 8' utility trailer chock full of furniture and keep-sakes and vacuum cleaners, steam cleaners, rakes and lawn gear, clothes in boxes, pictures (pictures can weigh a lot if you've got a lot of 'em!) and all kinds of stuff of ours up and over several mountain ranges and across the center of the U.S. to Missouri in 2003. Must have weighed about ... Read More
Kia Sportage Maintenance and Repair
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Re: 2001 kia sportage trans slips [eternity1]
Just register HERE It is free and you have access to the authentic kia SHOP manuals, as well as diagrams, OBD codes....etc ONce registered, click SHOP , Choose your model as Sportage(AL), not (KM), then year 2001...,then click SHOP again and browse through the menu. by the way they list "transaxle" but they mean transmission.
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2001 kia sportage trans slips
I purchased a 2001 kia sportage abot two years ago. The nightmare begins. The day I purchased it I had to bring it back because the trans line started leaking. The dealed replaced it, about a week later the transmission started slipping. I brought it to the local kia dealer hoping they might be able to solve this problem. they replace the timing belt, fuel tank, fuel pump, trans computer, engine ... Read More
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ECM..
or the Electronic Ccontrol Module? About now is probably when I would take it in to get it looked at by a technician that can run diagnostic tests on it. If you can rent one or know someone who has a diagnostic testing machine try testing it out. I recently traded in a 2001 Kia Sportage 4X4 that never had the problems you're describing. It did blow an alternator at about ... Read More
Kia Sportage Gasoline Leak
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Re: 2001 Kia Sportage [lmp4]
Great post - maybe you could make a Guide out of it?
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