P0016 is know to occur in the Kia Sorento when the Crankshaft Position Sensor and the Camshaft Position Sensor are out of alignment by a certain number of degrees, or if there is a sensor issue. We’ll explore the symptoms and causes directly below. P0016 refers to which camshaft position sensor is out of time … Read more
P0507 is a fairly typical OBDII trouble code that can occur in the Kia Sorento. It is typically triggered when the engine idle speed is 200 rpm or more over the predetermined limit set by the Kia It is a generic code, which means that it has the same meaning for the Kia Sorento as any other vehicle. … Read more
If you’re dealing with a Kia Sorento P0325 trouble code, you know how frustrating it can be. But don’t worry – this article will tell you what causes the code and how to fix it. We’ll walk you through the process step by step, so you can get your car back up and running in … Read more
P0012 is a common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Kia Sorento can have VVT, and is known to develop this code. P0012 is generic, which means that it has the same definition for the Sorento as it does on any … Read more
The P0440 code is a common trouble code that many Kia Sorento owners may encounter. It indicates that there is an issue with the vehicle’s Evaporative Emission Control (EVAP) system. Specifically, the EVAP system is malfunctioning. A variety of causes can trigger the P0440 code, with the most common one being a loose or damaged … Read more
P0014 is a relatively common trouble code for vehicles that have Variable Valve Timing (VVT). This includes the Kia Sorento. VVT adjusts the position of the camshaft(s) to maximize the combustion efficiency of the motor. P0014 means that the camshaft position is too far advanced from where it should be in relation to normal operating … Read more
P0741 is a very common OBDII trouble code. It’s know to affect the Kia Sorento quite often. Here’s what it means: P0741: Torque Converter Clutch Circuit → Performance or Stuck Off The Sorento 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 Sorento 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 Sorento‘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 Sorento 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 Sorento. It indicates an issue with your vehicle’s Variable Valve Timing (VVT) system. The first thing you should do when you have this code is check your Sorento’s oil. If the oil level is too low, the camshaft … Read more