2010 Kia Forte Repair Question
Topics covered: Battery, Battery charger, Dealer.
Mileage: 2,000 miles.
Mileage: 2,000 miles.
Asked on January 23, 2011
Will not start after jumping
I have returned from a 3 week trip and my brand new kia forte will not start. I even tried to jump start it and all it does is make a loud buzzing sound. All the lights turn turn on and the electrinics work but the car won't start. It doesnt even make the cranking sound. When I turn the ignition the lights on the dash just flicker.
Asked by lauriemteeAnswer
Replied on January 23, 2011
Before you do anything else, attach a battery charger to the battery and bring it back up to full charge. There may be a warranty issue that you could violate if anything is done to the car, start with the recharging and if no joy, call the dealer and see what your options are.
Replied on January 23, 2011
OK. The battery could be charged by someone you know who does have a charger or you could purchase one, they are not terribly expensive. Where shall we go from here?
Replied on January 23, 2011
I guess I'll have to take it to the dealership. I'm new to this area and don't know many people.