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How many liters of engine oil does the KIA Picanto contain?
Answer: The amount of motor oil contained in the KIA Picanto varies depending on the equipped engine model. As for the gasoline-powered versions, the quantity... read all

Posted on 24-06-2023
Why is the horn of the Kia Picanto not working?
Answer: If the horn of the Kia Picanto is not working, it is possible that its fuse has blown; there may also be damage to the wiring or to the horn itself lo... read all

Posted on 21-06-2023
Where is the EGR valve located on the Kia Sportage 1.7?
Answer: The EGR valve on Kia Sportage models is located on the engine block. Its removal for cleaning or replacement is very simple, just open the hood and st... read all

Posted on 11-06-2023
Why does the "System Error" message appear on the Kia Stonic?
Answer: The System Error message, accompanied by the generic anomaly light and possibly other lights, in most cases is related to the low charge of the vehicl... read all

Posted on 9-06-2023
What is the cost of the Kia Sportage service?
Answer: The cost of a service for a Kia Sportage is around 317€. However, this cost varies depending on the labor cost charged by the workshop to perform the ... read all

Posted on 8-06-2023
Why isn't the screen of my Kia Picanto turning on?
Answer: If the central screen of the Kia Picanto stops working, the most likely cause is a burnt fuse that needs to be replaced. If the problem persists after... read all

Posted on 6-06-2023
Where is the fuse for the fuel pump of the Kia Venga located?
Answer: The fuel pump fuse of the Kia Venga is located in the fuse box on the right side inside the engine compartment: the fuse in question is 20 Amps and it... read all

Posted on 3-06-2023
What does the maintenance light on the Kia Sorento 2 indicate?
Answer: If the orange maintenance light on your Kia Sorrento Mk2 (year 2009-2014) continues to stay on constantly, it simply means that you need to perform th... read all

Posted on 2-06-2023
How do you replace the front headlight of a Kia Sportage 4?
Answer: To proceed from inside the hood, remove the upper seal on the front grille of the vehicle. Unscrew the pins of the headlight, disconnect the power plu... read all

Posted on 31-05-2023
What are the Kia Stonic's indicators?
Answer: The warning lights on the Kia Stonic's dashboard include those that indicate the activation of devices or the presence of anomalies: among these are t... read all

Posted on 23-05-2023
What are the disadvantages of the Kia Stonic with GPL fuel?
Answer: Certainly, the Kia Stonic is a compact crossover with a sporty character that keeps fuel consumption low and aims for agile responses. Unfortunately, ... read all

Posted on 20-05-2023
How to remove the clutch cable in a 2011 Kia Picanto?
Answer: To dismantle and replace the clutch cable, we must first disconnect it from the pedal, by removing the plastics from the lower part of the dashboard b... read all

Posted on 15-05-2023
What are the problems with the Kia Stonic?
Answer: The Kia Stonic is a compact crossover that hasn't had much distribution in Italy. Due to low sales volume, Kia has decided to discontinue production a... read all

Posted on 11-05-2023
Why is the door of the Kia Sportage not opening?
Answer: If the door of the Kia Sportage does not open, it is possible that the actuator of its lock is damaged and needs to be replaced; the problem could als... read all

Posted on 9-05-2023
Why is the screen of the Kia Sportage not turning on?
Answer: The screen of the Kia Sportage may not turn on due to a problem with the protection fuse, a defect in the power cable wiring, or because it requires a... read all

Posted on 8-05-2023
When should I do the maintenance checks on the Kia Stonic?
Answer: For the Kia Stonic, the inspection, also commonly called a service, is scheduled every 15,000 km driven and never more than one year from the previous... read all

Posted on 7-05-2023
What to do if the tire pressure warning light turns on in the Kia Stonic?
Answer: If the tire pressure warning light suddenly turns on in your Kia Stonic, it is best to inflate them to the correct pressure. This can happen more easi... read all

Posted on 2-05-2023
Why does the window of the Kia Sportage go down but not up?
Answer: The solution, in some cases, could be simple and immediately solve the problem. Close all the car doors, lower the window completely, and continue to ... read all

Posted on 29-04-2023
What is the cost of replacing the flywheel of the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The average cost for replacing the flywheel of the Kia Sportage is €750. However, this price varies depending on the brand and specifications of the f... read all

Posted on 28-04-2023
Why is the radio in the Kia Stonic not working?
Answer: If the standard car radio in your Kia Stonic is not working, it is very likely that there is an electrical fault or an anomaly in the control unit. In... read all

Posted on 28-04-2023
What are the Kia Stonic's dashboard indicators?
Answer: The warning lights of the Kia Stonic include all those that signal the presence of anomalies or indicate the activation of certain devices: these incl... read all

Posted on 22-04-2023
Where are the fuses located in the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The Kia Picanto has two fuse boxes. There are no problems with the first one, which is located inside the cabin. It can be found in a small compartmen... read all

Posted on 19-04-2023
What problems does the Kia Stonic have?
Answer: One of the problems with the Kia Stonic is the transmission, which jerks and jolts. Often the problem is caused by low oil levels. The engine is also ... read all

Posted on 14-04-2023
Why won't the trunk of the Kia Sportage open?
Answer: If the trunk of the Kia Sportage does not open, the possible causes are: a faulty trunk fuse, a blocked or faulty lock, or a faulty trunk opening conn... read all

Posted on 12-04-2023
When should the first maintenance service for the Kia Stonic be done?
Answer: The first service of the Kia Stonic should be carried out after one year from the date of registration of the vehicle, or when it reaches 15000 km. Th... read all

Posted on 11-04-2023
What does the engine oil warning light indicate on the Kia Sportage Mk4?
Answer: If the oil light appears on the instrument panel of the Kia Sportage Mk4, it is necessary to stop the engine and check the oil level. If necessary, th... read all

Posted on 1-04-2023
How much is the coupon of the KIA Stonic LPG?
Answer: The coupon of the KIA Stonic LPG, in the absence of any extras, has a total cost of around 280 Euros. The high price is given by the maintenance requi... read all

Posted on 26-03-2023
What do the warning lights on the Kia Stonic dashboard mean?
Answer: As generally on all cars, also on Kia Stonic the instrument cluster warning lights are categorized by colour. Green warning lights indicate the use of... read all

Posted on 23-03-2023
What problems with the timing chain on Kia Sportage?
Answer: Several cases of particular noise coming from the distribution chain on the Kia Sportage have been reported, already after only 80,000 km. However, to... read all

Posted on 21-03-2023
What problems on the Kia Sportage?
Posted on 20-03-2023
How much does it cost to replace the timing belt on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: Usually, the official service network workshops set the price for a belt change, including labor, at around 400 – 600€ (for a medium-sized machine... read all

Posted on 19-03-2023
What does the Kia Sportage tire pressure light mean?
Answer: The Kia Sportage's tire pressure warning light indicates that at least one of the four tires is at an insufficient pressure value: when you inflate th... read all

Posted on 18-03-2023
What's wrong with the Kia Sportage automatic transmission?
Answer: It often happens that the shift is quite stiff when shifting into "P". Be careful because the "P" is not a brake, and using it as such ruins the locki... read all

Posted on 17-03-2023
What is the cost to replace the timing belt on the Kia Picanto?
Answer: The cost to replace the timing belt on the Kia Picanto varies from 38€ to 126€ plus the labor cost applied by the workshop to carry out the replac... read all

Posted on 15-03-2023
How to reset the Kia Sportage QL service light?
Answer: For resetting the service light of Kia Sportage QL 2016 onwards. The first operation to carry out is to turn on the ignition and wait for initialisati... read all

Posted on 6-03-2023
Where is the reverse gear switch on the Kia Sportage?
Answer: The Kia Sportage's reverse switch is installed on the gearbox and is automatically activated when reverse gear is engaged; if this does not activate i... read all

Posted on 4-03-2023
What does the Kia Picanto tire pressure light indicate?
Answer: The Kia Picanto's tire pressure warning light indicates that one of the tires has insufficient inflation pressure: to solve the problem, bring all the... read all

Posted on 4-03-2023
How much is the coupon for the Kia Stonic?
Answer: The coupon of the Kia Stonic, has an average cost of 200 euros, in the dealership, something less in private workshops. The expiry is 15,000 km, or ev... read all

Posted on 3-03-2023
What to do if the Kia Sportage door won't open?
Answer: There have been recalls on the door locks on the Kia Sportage; it is possible to check on the Kia website, typing in your complete chassis (consisting... read all

Posted on 3-03-2023
What problems could the Kia Stonic car radio present?
Answer: It seems that the Kia Stonic car radio problem has been common to several owners of this vehicle. In practice it seems, at a certain point, to no long... read all

Posted on 27-02-2023
When is the first service done on the petrol Kia Stonic?
Answer: On the petrol Kia Stonic, the first service must be carried out within twelve months from the date of purchase, at 15,000 km for cars with annual serv... read all

Posted on 26-02-2023
What does the 2022 Kia Sportage brake light indicate?
Answer: If the brake warning light comes on on the instrument panel of your new 2022 Kia Sportage, it means that the brakes are excessively worn and the pads ... read all

Posted on 25-02-2023
When is it convenient to have the Kia Sportage LPG first serviced?
Answer: The first coupon for the Kia Sportage, in particular for the LPG-powered model, is expected to be around 15,000km. In essence, it is necessary to go t... read all

Posted on 21-02-2023
How much does the service cost of a Kia Sportage awd diesel?
Answer: The coupon of the Kia Sportage awd diesel, in the dealership, has an average cost of 350 euros, providing for routine interventions and visual checks ... read all

Posted on 15-02-2023
What are the problems of the LPG Kia Sportage?
Answer: Kia Sportages manufactured up to 2022 on LPG have several frequent failures and problems. They have reduced engine performance, a faulty LPG system. T... read all

Posted on 12-02-2023
What problems could the Kia Sportage present?
Answer: Regarding the Kia Sportage 2022, it seems, as it is possible to verify from various online sites, that there has been a recall campaign in the United ... read all

Posted on 8-02-2023
What are the problems with the KIA Picanto LPG?
Answer: The KIA Picanto LPG is certainly an excellent small car for city use, given the reduced costs and, above all, the low consumption. However, your LPG s... read all

Posted on 7-02-2023

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