The electrical system started acting wonky after three years, and after spending 2 months in the Kia garage, I got it back but the internal lights never worked after that. The truck in front of me slowed down to let the passing truck in the fast lane get by. Adequate trunk space makes the Spectra capable of accomplishing errands around town. Affordable and fun to drive, your Spectra has what you need for commutes, road-trips or economical transportation in town. .
I have had my car to sts 3 times to try and figure out what is wrong with the vehicle and on those occasions they haven't been able to simulate. In that time, I replaced the serpentine belt 3 times, the alternator once, the radiator twice the replacement from the Kia garage had a hole in it, though it was supposedly a new part , and the alternator belt 4 times. Adequate trunk space makes the Spectra capable of accomplishing errands around town. Nothing fancy or flashy about it but it gets from point A to point B. The second generation Spectra was introduced midway through 2004 and production on these models lasted through 2009. The Spectra is an excellent example of a car company listening to its critics and then producing a second generation automobile that is a significant improvement over the original, allowing the newer production model to assume a place as a solid consumer choice.
Thru rain, snow,heat,cold always started,ran great. Sold it when I retired, wish I had kept it! The second generation Spectra was introduced midway through 2004 and production on these models lasted through 2009. Nothing but issues left and right. The Kia Spectra had a less than impressive American debut in the early 21st century. Excellent fit, secure performance, and robust framework are the major qualities of Bosch's original equipment starter. However, as with most problems we have encountered, we are just past the warranty. I almost thought I was going to to have to turn back.
It has the exact same structure of the stock starter that was installed with your motor vehicle as it was released from the automotive factory so you can be certain of its overall performance. Remove the alternator pivot bolt. After that it wouldn't start. And one time I lost the front bumper and she ran like a kitten. The engine seemed more powerful, particularly for city driving, though it still left a bit to be desired in highway performance.
While driving 15 mph, the vehicle began making a loud noise. When it concerns choosing a reputable manufacturer for your electrical system's starter, consider Bosch. But warranty or no, if these relays are going out on other vehicles as well, there must be a problem worth looking into. Traffic behind me was catching up to me at the same time as the passing truck pulled into the passing lane. Parts are extremely hard to find for this car, we've usually have to purchase online and when we do find the part in store it is usually more expensive than say a honday or acura.
Nothing fancy or flashy about it but it gets from point A to point B. Remove the water pump pulley, 1. You can also utilize our Same-Day Store Pick-up if you need your new starter right away. I hate my 2003 Volkswagen all I've done since I had it is repair it. Kia has attempted to make the cabin environment more hospitable via additional sound insulation in the roof and floor, an illuminated ignition and revised climate controls.
Available in either a hatchback or sedan model, the Spectra is a no-frills vehicle designed to get its occupants from point A to point B reliably rather than in style. The car could run great for days, but then it starts to do the same thing again. The car was regarded as a cheaply-manufactured and shoddily-designed automobile that failed to impress American drivers. I was awaiting a part. Remove the alternator B terminal cover cap.
It was taken to the shop on both occasions and the first time I was told it the connection was loose the second time it stated that the master pulling too much vacuum causing her car to shut down. I've had both low beams go out at the same time. I had my foot full th royal on the gas and she was doing 30 but she made it up the mountain. The Spectra is an excellent example of a car company listening to its critics and then producing a second generation automobile that is a significant improvement over the original, allowing the newer production model to assume a place as a solid consumer choice. This South Korean-designed and built car derives some pleasing handling abilities from its fully independent strut front suspension. Nothing but issues left and right. The Japanese make a really good car and they don't screw me by trying to put sythetic oil in my car.