If there’s a problem developing under the hood of your Kia, you’re likely to hear an unusual noise. Visit your dealer the minute you hear this strange noise, and you may be able to avoid expensive repair costs. Here are a few noises you shouldn’t ignore on your Kia if you want to keep your vehicle running well.
Rattling in Your Wheel
Not every noise you hear with a Kia will be a major issue, but they all deserve your attention. If you’re out for a drive and hear something rattling in your wheels, you need to schedule a service appointment as soon as you can. Generally, this noise means that your lug nuts have not been tightened properly, which means your hubcap is at risk of falling off your vehicle. Your Kia maintenance tech should be able to secure your lug nuts and hubcap so that you and other drivers will be safe.
Squealing From Your Brakes
One of the most concerning sounds you may hear coming from your Kia is a squealing noise when applying your brakes. If you hear squealing while braking, it usually means that your brake pads are almost completely worn out. To fix this issue, you should visit your Kia dealer’s service department to have new pads installed.
Hearing a grinding noise while braking is even more serious. A grinding noise means that your pads are so worn that the metal parts in your braking system are coming in contact with each other, which can cause major and expensive damage.
Ticking From Your Engine
Many of the sounds that you’ll hear while driving your Kia will come from your vehicle’s engine. While some of these noises are normal, others mean that you need service to keep your vehicle running. For example, if your engine is making a ticking noise, there are several things that may be happening. Most likely, your engine oil is too low, so adding more oil should fix the problem.
If replenishing your engine oil doesn’t stop the ticking noise, you need to have your engine inspected because one of your engine parts, such as the fuel injector, may be wearing out.
Whining During Acceleration
If you hear a whining noise while accelerating your Kia, but the noise isn’t present when your vehicle is idle, you need service right away. Hearing a whining noise while driving your car can mean an engine part is on the brink of failure, and you may be facing a breakdown in the very near future. This noise can mean that your power steering fluid is running out or that your water pump is malfunctioning. A whining noise can also indicate a major problem, such as a bent piston.
If you hear any of these noises while you’re driving your Kia vehicle, you should schedule a service appointment with your Kia dealer as soon as possible. Your dealership’s service team will be able to diagnose the problem and effectively complete repairs.
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