P0324 is a common OBD2 trouble code. It indicates that there is an issue with your Kia Optima’s knock control system. While P0324 is a generic code, repair steps will vary depending on your Optima’s engine type and model year. However, some basic steps can be followed to help diagnose and fix the problem. P0324 … Read more
P0026 is a code that signals an issue with your Kia Optima’s intake valve control solenoid circuit. In layman’s terms, the circuit is not complying with the Powertrain Control Module’s commands. It sent a signal to the intake valve control solenoid, and it, for whatever reason, failed. P0026 is a generic code (it has the … Read more
P0152 is a common OBDII code that occurs in many vehicles, including the Kia Optima. It indicates that the bank 2 sensor 1 O2 sensor is reporting a voltage level that is higher than its normal operating range. P0152 Definition: O2 Sensor – High Voltage – B2S1 O2 Sensor Oxygen sensors are responsible for metering the … Read more
P0501 is an OBD2 trouble code that indicates there is an issue with your Kia Optima’s Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). It occurs when the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) gets a signal from the VSS outside its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). P0501 is a generic powertrain code, which means it has the same … Read more
P0008 is a somewhat uncommon OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Kia Optima. It indicates that the crankshaft and camshaft are not synchronized properly, and should be considered a breakdown risk. Driving your Optima with P0008 can lead to engine damage and a costly repair. While P0008 is a generic code (it has … Read more
P0725 is a common OBD2 code that can occur in the Kia Optima. It indicates an issue with the engine speed sensor input circuit (which measures the engine speed at the input shaft and helps the PCM determine when and how hard to shift the transmission). It’s a generic code, which means it has the … Read more
P0193 is a generic OBD-II code that can occur in the Kia Optima. It indicates that your Optima’s fuel rail pressure sensor is sending a signal to the PCM that is above its normal operating range (in terms of voltage value). While P0193 is a generic code (it has the same meaning for any vehicle … Read more
P0523 is a standard OBD2 trouble code that can occur in the Kia Optima. In layman’s terms, it indicates the signal from the oil pressure sensor is higher than its normal operating range (in terms of voltage). P0523 is generic (it has the same definition for all vehicles), repair steps will depend on your Optima’s … Read more
P0705 is a very common transmission-related trouble code that can occur in the Kia Optima. In layman’s terms, it means that your Optima can’t tell what gear you’ve selected, which can have some real consequences on how it drives. It’s most likely caused by a bad Transmission Range Sensor (TRS), but there are other causes … Read more
P1326 is a very common code to find in the Kia Optima. It indicates that the Knock Sensor Detection System has detected excess engine vibration. An actual engine knock most commonly causes it, but a bad knock sensor or wiring problems are also common causes. Repairing P1326 should be considered a high priority since it … Read more