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Replying to: iluvmysephia1 (Aug 13, 2007 9:45 am) i did that as well, but they "reset" or cleared the computer. i did not. i guess they are ruling out the fact that its the cap. and if it happens again, then replace cap comes next. i guess. one cavet of information. i cross checked the ERROR code "(SMALL) EVAP Emissions Control Leakage" and found out that this problem commonly occurs when GAS CAP is not on properly OR it could be a "LEAK" in hose OR the EVAP unit has been contaimenated with GAS. basically the last one mean that a person has "topped" off their gas tank until it is completely full AND the excess gas has found its way into the EVAP unit. Apparently a RONDO buyer had encountered this problem before. I checked the forums for the EVAP error. I knew about the excessive topping off but never knew exactly why or what it damages. So its good to know. And should be on the TIP of every SALES person's tounge when they talk to a customer when they purchase a car. troy:)
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Replying to: troynall (Aug 13, 2007 10:16 am) sequence of events - 1)Left shop on Monday. 2)Filled up gas, but did not overfill. 3)reset tripA milage meter. 4)car would not start outside of daycare. 5)car had to be jumped started !!! 6)found that battery cable to battery post was loose. 7)checked mileage. Car has only travelled 111 miles and used 3/4 a tank of gas !!! 8)Check engine light came back on !!! 8)set up appointment with service manager RYAN. He reported that he will need it for a few days. He reported that he will hook it up to a SMOKE machine. 9) A pit has formed in the pit of my stomach. I knew this was not the end of the CEL problem. troy:(
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Do ya know, troynall? Sorry to hear of this problem. Maybe they'll actually find it and fix it properly this time. A smoke machine?
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Replying to: iluvmysephia1 (Aug 15, 2007 11:42 am) But they are "test" driving and waiting for the Light to come on AND then fix it. But what the difference if the light is already on ? Are just came on ? BTW, Lemon law in my state says they(KIA) has two more chances at fixes this problem. Else they can give me a NEW car(since mine is BRAND NEW) OR buy mine. Honestly, I am having second thoughts about this SPECTRA5 !!! 
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Replying to: 004tjk (Jan 11, 2006 2:08 pm) http://www.kia-world.net/index.php/2007/08/14/kia-releases-2nd-teaser-for-frankf- urt-coupe-concept/ |
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I can't wait to see the new Kia coupe unveiled at Frankfurt. It is the new design from their new design chief, Peter Scherer. He comes from Audi and Kia has hinted that this new coupe is a look at what may very well be the new design direction from Kia. Very exciting! |
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Replying to: troynall (Aug 15, 2007 6:56 am) The CEL may not come on, but the car only gets 215 miles per tank now. live and learn. troy:(
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Replying to: troynall (Aug 29, 2007 6:59 am) ">
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| I am having the same problem reported here for 2007 models. The check engine light comes on. First 2 times I called service they said just tighten gas cap and then wait 3 days to see if the light goes of. I did and the light did go off, after 3 days. Since then the same proble has occurred 3 more times. The care was new in April 2008 and has 3200 miles on it. Is there any better gas cap available? I tighten it down to 5 or 6 clicks but the problem continues. Any other solutions? | |
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