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by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 9:51 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Clutch recall
Replies: 3
Views: 26170

Re: Clutch recall

this is due to the hca leaking brake fluid(which is flammable, but not as much as your AC Gas) onto the motor windings causing a potential hotspot. the fix is simple quick and if the dealer had any cause for concern the HCA would be replaced as per the TSB
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 9:45 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Unable to charge and Check Hybrid System warning
Replies: 18
Views: 45083

Re: Unable to charge and Check Hybrid System warning

would you want a risk of a spark? near a fuel? The manufacturer doesn't either! as for the charging flap not opening there is now a software update which should help with the opening logic preventing such issues, however dirt, contaminants and frozen temperatures can still cause issues. hence the ma...
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 9:28 pm
Forum: Main Kia Niro chat
Topic: Kia Niro: Maps & Software update
Replies: 10
Views: 43358

Re: Kia Niro: Maps & Software update

kia are planning bi yearly updates for AVN 1x 4x 5x, this is just not map updates but other fixes such as phone compatibility and other issues such as SLIF info compatibility
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 9:23 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Hi - and will a Niro PHEV cope with weeks or months of non-use?
Replies: 5
Views: 28193

Re: Hi - and will a Niro PHEV cope with weeks or months of non-use?

These vehicles have a transit switch i the fuse box, if you turn to off it will preserve the battery life for long periods of inactivity
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 9:21 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: TPMS issues in cold weather
Replies: 6
Views: 28843

Re: TPMS issues in cold weather

That physics for ya as temperatures drop so does pressure. thats charles law and boyle's law for you!,
You cant SH1T Physics!
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 8:57 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Flat Battery
Replies: 23
Views: 63124

Re: Flat Battery

there is issues arising from rear door lock catches causing a battery drain and your dealer should carry out a dark current check and follow the workshop manual to confirm the drain. as for the 12v battery charging that is the function of the DC DC converter As soon as the vehicle is EV ready the ba...
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 8:53 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Flat battery for the sixth time
Replies: 8
Views: 33621

Re: Flat battery for the sixth time

there is a new PCB(fuse box) that causes the fuel pump to run, and this is a service action that the dealer will be aware of, it has also been aware that the rear door catches may be an issue but the dealers will need to carry out a thorough dark current check and eliminate them as per the workshop ...
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 8:48 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Radio glitching
Replies: 3
Views: 25228

Re: Radio glitching

there has been a recent Sat nav update that may cure your issue, Kia are planning to release Nav updates twice a year in the uk for AVN 4 5 and 1
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 8:46 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Two faults - juddering & petrol cap
Replies: 4
Views: 26364

Re: Two faults - juddering & petrol cap

check your fuel cap for debris and tree sap as it is common to cause these to stick, if that is ok then the spring on the inside of the fuel flap(by the hinge) may need adjusting, if you are still having issues,go to your nearest dealer and they should be able to sort that for you. as for the judder...
by davethetech
Fri Jul 19, 2019 8:40 pm
Forum: Faults & Technical Kia Niro
Topic: Climate Control Air Filter
Replies: 2
Views: 22901

Re: Climate Control Air Filter

the pollen filter at present is not included in the service as there are many environmental factors which can affect the degradation of the filter. the filter is checked on every service and recommended to be changed if necessary. no point changing a good filter for another good filter. only adds to...