Transmissions are an integral part of any vehicle, and overheating can lead to costly repairs or even permanent damage. Kia Spectra owners should be aware of the common symptoms and causes of transmission overheating to prevent potential issues and ensure their trucks remain strong and reliable. In this article, we will discuss the common causes … Read more
When you start your Kia Spectra, the OBD-II system runs a self diagnostic check on all major systems. If any of these checks fail, you will see a diagnostic warning light on the dash for the corresponding system. When the SRS system fails this check, you’ll see the SRS light. SRS stands for supplemental … Read more
The Kia Spectra is susceptible to radiator leaks which can be caused by a variety of different issues. If not dealt with promptly, these leaks can cause your vehicle to overheat and lead to more serious and costly engine damage, such as a cracked head or a blown head gasket. Identifying the symptoms of a … Read more
One of the most common problems that can happen to a vehicle is a heater core leak. If your Kia Spectra has a leaking heater core, it is not a breakdown risk. Although, it is necessary to make sure that the lost coolant is replaced. It can cause damage to the vehicle in other ways, … Read more
One of the most common problems that can occur in the life of a vehicle is a bad starter, that includes the Kia Spectra. It is important to determine whether or not it’s a bad starter that is keeping the vehicle from turning over. If your Spectra is not starting, don’t assume right away … Read more
P0720 is a generic OBD II trouble code, which means that it has the same meaning for your Kia Spectra as it would any other vehicle. It indicates that your Spectra’s OSS (Output Shaft Speed Sensor) is reporting a malfunction. It’s typically caused by a bad OSS, or a wiring problem. The OSS works by … Read more
P0520 is a common OBD2 trouble code. It’s generic, which means that it has the same meaning for the Kia Spectra as it would any other vehicle. P0520 indicates that the oil pressure sensor is operating outside of its normal “range”. It is typically caused by a bad oil pressure sensor switch or a … Read more
P0108 is a generic OBD-II trouble code. It indicates your Kia Spectra’s MAP (manifold absolute pressure) sensor’s voltage reading is outside of the normal operating range. The voltage is too high. It’s most commonly caused by a bad MAP sensor, wiring issue, or vacuum leak. The MAP sensor measures the air pressure coming into … Read more
P0443 is a very common OBD2 code. It’s generic, meaning it has the same definition for the Kia Spectra as any other vehicle. If your Spectra has this code, it indicates the EVAP purge control valve circuit is malfunctioning. This is typically caused by a short in the wiring to or from the purge … Read more
P0521 is an OBD2 diagnostic code that is triggered when your Kia Spectra detects that the value being sent from the oil pressure sensor is out of its normal operating range. It is typically caused by a bad oil pressure sensor or an issue with the oil system, and should be diagnosed and fixed right … Read more