mkent667

Hey guys, I just found out about this site, lots of great info here!

I'm currently having a problem with my wife's Kia sportage, I'm driving it
for hey until I can figure out what's wrong.

The problem is this: Whenever I shift gears and accelerate, it starts
spurtering a little and seems to grind down, then, it suddenly smooths out
and starts hauling ass, like it over accelerates.

1) The Check Engine light is on, and flashes at times.
2) Just put a brand new battery in, didn't help (it needed a new one
anyway though).

Could this be a fuel injector or timing belt problem? If you need more
input, just ask and I'll be happy to get you anymore info you need.

Thanks in advance!

phil

03 Rio was doing the same thing someone suggested the fuel injector cleaner
spray. I have never been a big believer in fixes in a can but this one did
work. Remove air filter , have wife start car , make sure life insurance
policy is up to date , have her run it above the normal idle speed and spray
it into the intake or as instructions state on the can . A lot of
impressive black smoke came out of my exhaust and it ran great afterwards.
If you have doubts about the mileage on the timing belt , get it replaced ,
a lot quicker and cheaper than and engine repair.

Phil

jeff

It's not likely the timing belt. While it is possible for one to lose a
few "teeth" and slip, they usually just snap and the engine won't run at
all.
When the check engine light flashes that means you have a serious
problem. Get to an auto part store and have them put an OBD scanner on
it. That should tell you exactly what your problem is. My guess is a
bad sensor (oxygen, air flow, or throttle position).

mac1833

you have to deall with the check engine light....CHECK ENGINE....pull the
code.

caro

Also, sounds like a silly thing......but make sure the fuel cap is put back
tightly......you should hear that grinding when you twist the fuel cap on
after gassing up. If the gas cap is loose, the engine light will come on
as well. Bad mileage, poor performance, etc.

C