P0741 is a very common OBDII trouble code. It’s know to affect the Kia Rio quite often. Here’s what it means: P0741: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit → Performance or Stuck Off The Rio uses a clutch in the torque converter to lock the engine and transmission together at highway speed. P0741 can register whenever this … Read more
A trouble code is a signal that is generated by an automatic transmission system whenever it detects an issue in the Kia Rio that requires your attention. The P0700 code is a general code that is typically accompanied by another code that specifies the specific problem. This code is part of the OBDII system and … Read more
P0500 is a OBDII trouble code that affects the Kia Rio‘s Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS). The VSS sends a signal to the engine’s computer letting it know how fast that the vehicle is going. The Rio uses this signal for many vehicle functions. It helps control transmission shifts, ABS, cruise control, the speedometer, and … Read more
P0011 is a common (and serious) OBD II diagnostic trouble code that can occur in the Kia Rio. It indicates an issue with your car’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your Rio’s oil. If the oil level is too low, the camshaft … Read more
One of the most common trouble codes with the Kia Rio is the P0496 code. This code number references a number that is given to you when you plug your Rio into an OBDII scanner. Below, you’ll find the most common symptoms and ways to diagnose the P0496 in your Kia Rio. Good Luck! … Read more
P0306 is a fairly common trouble code with the Kia Rio. 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 Rio. 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 Rio. 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 Rio. 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 Rio is P0174. It indicates that your Kia Rio 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 Rio. 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 Rio. 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 Rio 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