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2002 Kia Rio Repair Question


Topics covered: Alternator, Engine, Fuel pump.
Mileage: 8,000 miles.

Asked on July 7, 2011

Starting problem

My kia alternator got cut i did fit it with a new but yet my car refused to start. pls what should i do?
Avatar Asked by tatay

Answer

Replied on July 7, 2011

Is it cranking over and will not start if so do below

Get a helper disconnect a sparkplug wire or 2 and ground it to the engine at least 3/16 away from ground -have helper crank engine over-do you have a snapping blue spark? If so-you have a fuel related problem,Do you hear the fuel pump come On when you turn key on? If not check fuel pump fuse and fuel pump relay if so, check the fuel pressure to rule out the fuel filter/fuel pump/pressure regulator and listen to the injector/s are they pulsing or hook up a noid light. No snapping blue spark continue to troubleshoot the ignition system-power input to the coil/coil packs,coil's resistances,distributor pick-up coil, ignition control module, cam and crank sensors and computer Note: If it doesn't apply disregard it.

Tiny Answered by rasmataz
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Replied on July 7, 2011

Not sure what your saying your alternator got cut?You replaced the battery ok now what is wrong you have a no crank no start?Details are important since iam not there to see your car.

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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my alternator belt cut and replace with new one yet my car could not startpls what shuld i do sir

Tiny Response from tatay
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my car alternator cut i did replace but yet could not start

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my car alternator belt cut i did rplace it with new one yet could not start

Tiny Response from tatay
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So you made sure your battery cables are clean and tight?So does your starter not turn your engine over?Is there any noise at all when trying to start it?Do you have a multimeter?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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Replied on July 7, 2011

yes it time i try to start the car catalytic blows. there is current in plugs

Tiny Response from tatay
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So does the engine turn over or not?Do you mean it has spark?Do you have any trouble codes in the computer?What do you mean the catalytic blows?

Tiny Answered by saturntech9 (expert)
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