Asian · South Korea
Kia
Kia shares engines and gearboxes with Hyundai, so the same knowledge applies. We check the recall and extended-warranty status of the engine before any engine quote.
- Models
- Sorento, Telluride, Sportage, Optima, K5, Carnival
- Factory tool
- GDS
- Oil spec
- Kia-spec full synthetic by engine
- Warranty
- 36 mo / 36,000 mi
What we check first
The Kia issues a specialist knows by heart.
These are the well-documented, high-frequency faults on Kia platforms. Whether yours has them depends on the year, engine and mileage, which is what the diagnostic is for.
Theta II and Nu engine issues
Knocking, oil consumption or a sudden loss of power on 2011 to 2019 cars needs a careful diagnosis and a coverage check before any repair.
GDI carbon buildup
Intake cleaning at 80k to 100k miles restores idle and throttle response.
A/C and cooling
Weak A/C in summer is usually a slow leak. We leak test and replace only the failed component.
Kia services
Maintenance to the factory schedule. Repairs quoted in writing.
Diagnostics and check engine light
The cause, not the code.
Factory scheduled maintenance
The book, to the mile.
Oil service
Approved-spec oil, OE filter.
Brakes
Quoted per axle, in writing.
Cooling system
Built for Texas heat.
Air conditioning
Cold by August.
Suspension and steering
Clunks, pulls and air springs.
Timing chains and belts
The job you do not skip.
Transmission service
DSG, PDK, ZF, CVT.
Start here
Text us a photo of the dash.
A warning light, a noise, a quote you want a second opinion on. Send it and a technician will answer, usually within the hour during business hours.