P0306 is a fairly common trouble code with the Kia Optima. It’s and OBD2 code and stands for: P0306 is certainly a cause for concern, and should be considered a threat to the drivability your Optima. The nice thing about P0306 is that it’s a cylinder specific trouble code, which makes diagnosing the problems much … Read more
P0305 is a fairly common trouble code with the Kia Optima. It’s and OBD2 code and stands for: P0305 is certainly a cause for concern, and should be considered a threat to the drivability your Optima. The nice thing about P0305 is that it’s a cylinder specific trouble code, which makes diagnosing the problems simpler … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Kia Optima is P0174. It indicates that your Kia Optima is running lean on the bank two side of the engine. P0174 and P0171 (fuel trim lean bank one) are the most frequently seen air/fuel mixture-related codes. If they appear together, it reduces the list of … Read more
P0175 is a common trouble code that can appear in the Kia Optima. It’s generic, so it has the same meaning for your car as it would any other automobile. There are MANY issues that can cause P0175 in the Optima. If there are other codes present, use them to eliminate potential causes and save … Read more
P0021 is a common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Kia Optima can have VVT, and is prone to developing this code. P0021 is a generic OBDII code. This means that it has the same definition regardless of the make … Read more
P0010 is a relatively common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Kia Optima can have VVT and is prone to developing this code. P0010 is often by low or sludgy oil. Check your Optima’s oil as soon as possible. P0010 is a … Read more
A common trouble code with the Kia Optima is P0172. This code number references a number given to you when you plug your car into an OBDII scanner. It’s not the most complicated OBDII trouble code to diagnose. It is also one of the most common. It means the motor is running rich. Kia Optima … Read more
A prevalent issue with the Kia Optima is the P0446 code. This code corresponds to a specific number obtained when connecting your Optima to an OBDII scanner. A faulty vent control valve most commonly causes P0446. Definition P0446: EVAP System – Vent Control Circuit – Malfunction Symptoms Usually none Common Causes Bad EVAP Vent Control … Read more
If your Kia Optima has the P0304 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic OBD IIcode (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your car’s fourth cylinder is misfiring. P0304 is a drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more
A somewhat common issue with the Kia Optima is the P0449 code. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug it into a OBD2 scanner. P0449 deals with the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system. It often appears with, or is related other codes, such as P0420, P0446, and very often … Read more