Kia Spectra P0441: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

P0441 is one of the more common OBD II codes that can occur in the Kia Spectra.  It is frequently caused by a loose or bad gas cap, cracked or disconnected EVAP system hoses, vacuum leaks, or a bad purge valve. Always start by taking a look at the gas cap. P0441 is related to … Read more

Kia Spectra P0304: Cylinder 4 Misfire – Diagnosis + Fix

If your Kia Spectra has the P0304 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic OBD IIcode (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your car’s fourth cylinder is misfiring. P0304 is a drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more

P0303 Kia Spectra: Cylinder 3 Misfire Diagnosis

If your Kia Spectra has the P0303 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic code (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your car’s third cylinder is misfiring. P0303 is a real drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more

Kia Spectra P0141 Diagnosis

P0141 is a very common OBDII code that occurs in the Kia Spectra. It is caused by a failure in one of the elements that heat the oxygen sensors, specifically bank 1 sensor 2, which is downstream from the catalytic converter. It technically stands for: The purpose of the heated element in the oxygen sensor … Read more

Kia Spectra P0505: Idle Air Control System- Malfunction

P0505 is an OBDII code that deals with the idle air control system in the Kia Spectra.  It’s a generic code, which means that it has the same meaning for the Spectra as it would any other vehicle (Spectra or not). P0505:  Idle Air Control System:  Malfunction When P0505 is triggered, it is typically caused … Read more

Kia Spectra P0430 Code: Causes + How to Fix

This page is meant to help you troubleshoot the Kia Spectra P0430 trouble code. It covers the P0430 code’s meaning, symptoms, causes, and possible solutions. P0430 is an emissions-related trouble code and is virtually never a breakdown risk. P0430 is usually caused by a catalytic converter issue or a bad O2 sensor. Table of Contents … Read more

Kia Spectra P0404: EGR Circuit → Range/Performance

With the Kia Spectra, P0404 is going to have the same meaning as it would in any other vehicle. It’s a generic powertrain code that stands for: P0404: EGR Circuit → Range/Performance While there are several issues that can throw the P0404 code in the Spectra, the most common issue is either going to be … Read more

Kia Spectra P0014: Causes + How to Fix

P0014 is a relatively common trouble code for vehicles that have Variable Valve Timing (VVT). This includes the Kia Spectra.  VVT adjusts the position of the camshaft(s) to maximize the combustion efficiency of the motor. P0014 means that the camshaft position is too far advanced from where it should be in relation to normal operating … Read more