Kia Spectra Bad Fuel Pressure Regulator: Symptoms, ID, How to Fix

One of the most common issues with any vehicle, including the Kia Spectra, is when it has fuel pressure regulator issues. A bad fuel pressure regulator can cause all sorts of problems. A bad fuel pressure regulator can cause various symptoms in your Kia Spectra, the most common being engine performance problems. This can result from either too … Read more

Kia Spectra Torque Converter Shuddering Causes

Your Kia Spectra’s torque converter is responsible for connecting and disconnecting the engine from the transmission, transferring power smoothly. When this process fails, it can lead to torque converter shudder. Causes of shuddering can include worn torque converter clutches or the gradual application of the torque converter clutch, which may result in shuddering at varying … Read more

Kia Spectra Bad Fuel Pump: Symptoms, Causes, + Diagnosis

A bad fuel pump can cause a myriad of problems for your Kia Spectra, making it essential to be aware of the warning signs that indicate trouble. Your fuel pump is responsible for pushing fuel from your car’s fuel tank to the engine, but when it starts to fail, your engine may suffer run rough, … Read more

Kia Spectra Radio Stopped Working: Causes + How to Fix

Has the radio in your Kia Spectra stopped working?  If so, there are three common causes for this issue.  They are a blown fuse, loose or corroded wiring, and a problem with the radio itself. If your radio comes on but isn’t working, this article will cover that too: Please jump to the section that’s … Read more

Kia Spectra Rattling Coming From Behind: Causes + Diagnosis

If you hear your Kia Spectra rattling when going over bumps, this sound could be caused by various issues, from minor to more serious.  Here, we’ll explore the potential causes of the rattling sound in your car and offer possible solutions. The most common reason for a rattling noise when hitting bumps is a loose … Read more

Kia Spectra Parking Brake Stuck: Causes + How to Fix

There’s nothing worse than finding out your Kia Spectra’s parking brake is stuck, especially when you’re ready for the day. The good news is this problem can be easily fixed with some simple steps. In this article, we’ll discuss the causes of a stuck parking brake in the Kia Spectra and how to get your … Read more

Kia Spectra Heater Only Works While Driving: 5 Common Causes

If your Kia Spectra’s heat only works when driving, there are five leading causes you should check.  They are low coolant, air pockets, a bad heater core, an airlocked cooling system, and a malfunctioning thermostat. We’ll start with the easy-to-check common problems and work our way to the harder-to-deal-with rarer issues that could be affecting … Read more

Kia Spectra Check Engine Light On: Why and What to Do

The check engine is the most common warning light that appears in the Kia Spectra’s instrument cluster.  Well over half of this site’s content is related to solving the various reasons why the check engine light comes on. The good news is that the check engine light indicates that there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) … Read more

Kia Spectra Soft Brake Pedal Causes

If your Kia Spectra has a soft brake pedal, it is a sign of a serious brake system issue. It’s usually caused by air entering the system in some way through a leak.  This article covers the six most common causes of a soft brake pedal as well as a solid diagnostic order if you … Read more

Kia Spectra Alarm Keeps Going Off: Causes + How to Fix

Your Kia Spectra’s alarm system is designed to detect potential intruders, keep its contents safe, and keep them from driving your car away. However, it is not uncommon for a car alarm to go off, or keep going off, for no apparent reason– also known as false or “nuisance alarms”.  This article will discuss some … Read more