Many drivers fear engine problems, as they see them as expensive. Most problems, however, can be quickly and affordably repaired. The key to any repair is identifying the problem when it first appears. This prevents the problem from becoming more serious and causing additional damage. As your Kia dealer, we can fix any engine problem for you. These are some examples of problems that could appear.
Colored Exhaust Smoke
Your exhaust smoke should be thin and almost invisible. If your engine is producing this type of exhaust smoke then all is well. Should you notice blue, black, or thick white smoke from the tailpipe, your engine has a problem. The different colors might look good, but they reveal problems inside your engine that need to be fixed.
Blue smoke is due to oil leaking into the exhaust system. This leak could be from worn seals or gaskets or a leak from the head gasket. Black smoke can mean your catalytic converter isn’t removing dangerous chemicals, or your engine is running fuel-rich and wasting gas. Finally, thick white smoke means coolant is leaking into your exhaust system. Our expert technicians can fix any of these issues.
Blocked Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter is designed to remove dangerous chemicals from the exhaust smoke. This lowers airborne pollution and allows your engine to operate more efficiently. The converter used a mixture of high temperature, pressure, and chemical reactions to convert toxic engine chemicals. Some of the byproducts of this conversion can build up in your converter and create a blockage.
A blockage in the converter prevents the exhaust fumes from leaving your car. This focuses them back into your engine, which disrupts the combustion process. Combustion will become more difficult due to the presence of these waste products, and you may experience stalling, misfiring, and other engine issues. We can clear the blockage, and your converter will work efficiently again.
Starting Issues
When you push the button, your car’s battery sends an electrical charge to your starter. This charge powers the starter, which initiates the crank, and your engine will turn over. If your Kia won’t start, you could have a problem with the battery, the alternator, or the starter. Any of these components can make starting difficult or even impossible.
A bad battery, for example, may not have enough charge to power the starter motor. A worn alternator may not be able to supply enough power to charge the battery sufficiently. Finally, a damaged starter won’t crank your engine. We’ll test all of these components and investigate other possible issues. Once we find the cause, we’ll swiftly repair it.
Call our service department today at Koons Kia of Owings Mills, and we’ll make that engine problem disappear.
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