Fuel Injection Problems of Kia Motor Sportage

During cold weather gas leaks from underneath the manifold from a rubber hose in line with fuel line causing gas lost and fumes to emit inside vehicle.

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: the contact stated one year ago the vehicle was taken to the dealership for an oil change , and an odor of gas appeared when the heater was switched on. The dealer discovered the fuel injectors were corroded and fuel was leaking from the injectors, fuel line, and the pressure regulator. And replaced. Them. The replacements were temporary because the problem recurred and the parts were on back order.

The contact stated the check engine light illuminated. A diagnostic test indicated it was the maximum airflow unit. The vehicle hesitated while driving at any speed. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer to determine the exact problem with the vehicle. Updated 12/7/2005.

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Engine connectors c144 (throttle position sensor), c129 (mass air flow sensor) and c146 (idle speed actuator) lose circuit continuity with movement of the engine causing engine hesitation, loss of power and false "check engine light " indication on the instrument panel. Wiggling the appropriate connector restores continuity temporarily but it will recur again shortly within a day or two of operating the vehicle.

When accelerating vehicle hesitates and jerks forward. Dealer has inspected vehicle, and determined that problem was with fuel injection electrical system. Manufacturer will be notified.

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Car has lost power in 1st and 2nd gears, engine light comes on, car smokes, replaced two 02 sensors, tapping noise under hood when start engine, car would not start, once started had gas smell, and blew smoke out exhaust.

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While accelerating in reverse vehicle cuts off. Vehicle has been brought to the dealership 3 times for this problem. Fuel injection system was changed twice. Also, the moulding around the sparks plugs broke loose, and it was replaced. Consumer is still experiencing stalling problems. Shield over the catalytic converter replaced. The rear latch for the spare cable rusted and came out upon pulling, the mounting for the rear wheel has released itself while vehicle is in motion.

I took car back to dealer today and they informed me that since the car does not leak each time car is started that if they cannot cause it to leak while at dealer, that I am out of luck. The representative was very rude and suspicious that I was not telling the truth about the leak. He stated that he would start every two hours and if it does not leak too bad!! I also noted the bad paint for the 3rd time and he laughed at me and said "I don't know what to tell you"! please advise!!.

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Gas leak from mid right side of car. Happens when car first starts. Several continuous drops in garage and down driveway. 1 drop per second. Does not happen each time car starts. Dealer said there was no leak. Pressurized lines and inspected 3 times in 2 days. Said no sign of leak and if happens again come in. It is going back tomorrow. Leak has happened again. This will make the 5th time I have witnessed the leak. Scared to drive!! will not drive!! please advise!!.

Oil turned to a sluggy/ pasty thickness, engine had to be replaced. Fuel injection system failed. Also, had to be replaced. Please provide any further information, and identification number.

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I can send you a email I sent to channel 7 out here in denver colo. No safety defect stated in summary.