

#2007 kia spectra engine professional#
He is a professional car buyer and consumer advocate working closely in the industry to improve the buyer’s experience. Greg Macke is a car blogger and author of “My 7 Secrets to Buying a High Quality Used Car”. The 16 Valve Volvo engines are all Interference 3.0L Inline 6 VVT-i (1998 2JZ-GE) InterferenceĢ.0L – 8 valve Non-Interference (However there have been instances of bent valves)ī5XXX five-cylinder inline engines -Interference.3.0L Inline 6 (Except 1998 2JZ-GE) Non-Interference.1.6L DOHC (4A-GE & 4A-GZE) Non-Interference.1.6L DOHC (4A-F & 4A-FE) Non-Interference.2.0L DOHC (626, MX-6 & Protege) Non- Interference.All Honda engines are interference except 3.0L & 3.2 which are Non-interference.1.6L SOHC 16 Valve Engine (Tracker) Interference.1.6L SOHC 8 Valve Engine (Tracker) Non-Interference.1.6L DOHC (1989-92 Prizm GSI) Non-Interference.1.6L (Chevette & 1000) Non-Interference.Notes: Engine Timing Belt Tensioner - Non-Adjustable. 2.0L SOHC Gasoline (Capri, Pinto & Ranger) Non-Interference For 2004-2007 Kia Spectra Timing Belt Tensioner Front Cloyes 73265SQ 2006 2005.2.0L SOHC Gasoline (Escort, Focus & Tracer) Non-Interference.2.0L DOHC (Contour, Escape, Focus, Mystique, ZX2 & 1999-2002 Cougar) Non-Interference.3.0L SOHC 12 Valve Engine Non-Interference.2.4L DOHC Non-Interference (Valves may hit if camshafts turn out of time).2.8L V6 90 100 Quattro A4 A6 Interference.The video below will also help you determine if your car has a timing belt or chain. An interference engine is one that has insufficient clearance between the valves and pistons if the cam stops turning due to a broken timing belt. The result is usually catastrophic engine failure. Had new plugs installed.The following list will provide you the information on whether your car engine is an interference engine or a non-interference engine. The car was hesitating and fuel economy went very low. Water pump was under lifetime warranty from parts house when it was replaced at the last timing belt replacement. Each model of the 2007 Kia Spectra comes with the same 2.0L 4Cylinder DOHC engine, so across all configurations, the oil capacity and type will be the same. Replaced it along with a new timing belt, although timing belt was not due for another 20,000 miles.

Replaced it along with a new timing belt, although timing belt was not due for another 20,000 miles. Found water pump noisy. Increased tension on terminals at plug in.

Squeeky belts when cold - belts replaced - still squeek Won't get fixed, car is almost out of lease. Took it to a place with real service, read out defective O2 sensor heater. Dealer claim 80$ gamble if problem not warrantied. Dealership took 2 weeks to repair the car.Ĭheck engine turned on. Replaced spark plugs - one of them seemed to have a worn out GND electrode. Hesitation under load, especially with A/C on. Speedometer got stuck again, was working by the time it got to the dealer. Told them to get lost, charged $90 diagnostics. Timing belt replacement and water pump replacement with belt replacements as well.Ĭhanged spark plugs - problem solved. Misfire, Check Engine flashing, dealer confirmed misfires but blamed it on a dirty air filter, refused warranty.
#2007 kia spectra engine cracked#
Replace cracked radiator, hoses and coolant The water pump had been replaced at 60,000 miles when the timing belt was changed so was not the original part. Description: Used 2006 Kia Spectra EX with FWD, Keyless Entry, Fog Lights, Bucket Seats, Tinted Windows, Alloy Wheels, Heated Mirrors, and Side Airbags, Side Airbag. The water pump, causing belts to come off. We hKia Spectra vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 7 1-Owner cars, and 28 personal use cars.
