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Why my car hardshift the first 2 gearscarlos - 2005 Kia Optima - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 11/17/2010-
11/17/2010 MOONSTER_TOOLZYou could have an internal damage and the possible causes of this are; Intermediate band adjustment incorrect. Intermediate band seal or piston damaged. Intermediate band friction element or lever rod damaged. Direct clutch drum damaged, outer diameter out of specification. Main control assembly gaskets damaged or bolt out of torque. Main control separator plate damaged. Main control solenoid stuck or damaged. Bring the car to a shop to correct the problem before it get worst. You can use the "Find a Shop" feature of AutoMD for nearby shops in your area.
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Sometime it hard to shift in first or second gear. Its a 5 speedlarry - 2000 Kia Sportage - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 11/9/2010Its happens mostly when the vehicle is stopped-
11/9/2010 darkmindWhen is the last time that you’ve replace your clutch components? It is possible that some of its components are worn/damage/week/broken. Also check the condition of your shifting linkage.
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My car won't start and i don't what is causing this?Nitza10 - 2000 Kia Sephia - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 11/2/2010in order to turn my car on i have to get a jump. and if i drive it i can't turn it off because then it wil not start. so is it the battery?-
11/2/2010 vince^_^It is possible. Did you already check the condition of your battery (voltage, amperage, state of charge) and its terminals/cables? How old is your battery? Battery’s life is only 3yrs – 5 yrs only and its performance will deteriorate.
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Where are the vacuum lines on this carray - 2001 Kia Optima - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 10/18/2010think it might be causin hard shifts on my fuel line cause i have a gas leak -
Is there a manual locking front hub kit to replace vacume assist systemkijo - 2000 Kia Sportage - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 10/14/2010 -
Drive shaft when car speedsrick delarosa - 1999 Kia Sportage - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 10/12/2010how do i know if drive shaft is bad -
Codes indicate an improper gear ratio what could cause thismike - 2000 Kia Sephia - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 10/9/2010-
9/20/2010 Gran Turismo 5Please put the code here.
9/23/2010 mike733 and 734 tranny seems to shift fine -
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9/24/2010 mikecodes are 733 and 734 tranny shifts fine speedometer runs periodically do i need to drop the pan to check interior of tranny to find problem -
10/9/2010 vince^_^Is it P0733 and P0734 instead of just 733 and 734 only? If it is I think this page will help you http://www.automotivetroubleshootingsecrets.com...
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My Kia Sorento will die while running. There are no noises or any indication the car will die, the engine just quits.D Nice - 2004 Kia Sorento - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 10/8/2010The 4x4 Low light is on as well as the Check Engine Light. The dtc codes I got were p0700 and p1795. After shutting off, the car will start back up about an hour after it has died. I am just trying to get an estimate on the repair costs, I don't want to get ...-
10/7/2010 HouseCallAutoReplace the crankshaft position sensor. Probability of success is greater than 75%. The 4WD light is a separate issue which has these 3 things as potential causes.>>
1. Check the 20 amp TCCS fuse and the 10 amp ENG fuse.
2. Disconnect the position encodes and see if the four wheel drive indicator lamp will flash a code with the key on. If it doesn't, check the powers and grounds at the transfer case control unit.
3. Check at the electronic shift transfer (EST) switch for a reference voltage at the Green/Orange wire and the Blue/Orange wire with the connector unplugged. Check for a good ground at the Black wire. Plug the switch back in and the switch should ground the Green/Orange wire in two wheel drive and the Blue/Orange wire in four wheel low. When it is in four wheel high, neither wire should be grounded.
Potential Causes:
4WD Transfer Case Shift Control Switch
Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM)
Transfer Case Control Module (TCCM) Wiring
P1795 Transfer High/Low Switch Malfunction - With Automatic Transmission
Possible Causes S
* L4 switch connector is damaged (check pins for damage, and for moisture)
* L4 switch circuit is open, shorted to ground or shorted to voltage
* L4 switch has failed
* TCM has failed -
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Manual trans. shifts into all gears without clutch pedal depressed but will not drive.Art - 2000 Kia Spectra - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 10/1/2010Drive axle (passenger side) rotates while car is up on jacks but does not move vehicle once it is placed back on ground.-
10/1/2010 Nissan Technical AdvisorShift cable maybe loose or broken or transmission has an internal damage.
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wont make any noise or try to startLil_mama8505 - 2001 Kia Rio - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 9/29/2010Battery works cause the radio n everything else turns on, however I have to pull back in forth on the gear several times n put in neutral b4 it will start. Check engine light comes on then the OD light starts flashing then after sometime they both turn off and then ...-
9/29/2010 darkmindDid you already diagnose your vehicle with a scan tool to determine if there is a stored trouble code in your vehicle that can point you to the right direction in fixing your vehicle since your check engine light is on? You can visit any AutoZone or nearby auto parts store for free diagnostic.
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Check engine light stays on cam shaft sensorlori - 2003 Kia Rio - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 9/29/2010-
9/29/2010 darkmindDo you mean your check engine light is on and the trouble code that you’ve extracted is referring to cam shaft sensor? Can you post the trouble code if you have one.
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Why does my car cut off while driving?KY - 2005 Kia Sorento - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 9/27/2010the car has about 83,000 miles. It turns off while driving and when first starting it. There are no lights on the dash, this happens once in a while. Dealer told me it was the cam and crank sensor. Had it replaced, took car back because it was still cutting off. ...-
9/27/2010 HouseCallAutoAttach a code reader yourself and read the fault codes that are probably stored and update me. The diagnostics sounds fishy to me. I need to know if it has had any crank or cam sensor codes return. -
9/27/2010 KYThe dealer said they got a code for the sensors and that was why the car was cutting off. Where would I get a code reader?
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Trouble codes are 733 or 744 which is improper 3rd gear shift codes the speedometer runs periodical look inside?mike - 2000 Kia Sephia - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 9/24/2010do i need to drop pan and check selinoids and oother parts-
9/24/2010 Pave LowCheck the Input and output speed sensor located on the transmission. One or both are faulty.
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Light goes on "transmission Holding"Linda Glover - 2001 Kia Sportage - Transmissions & Drivetrains - 9/23/2010hesitates with each shift-
9/23/2010 Nissan Technical AdvisorHi Linda, check transmission fluid, maybe low. If still persist post again with more details of your observation.
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