Kia Archives - Greg's Garage

2020 Kia Optima
Mileage
83,352
Service Date
7/8/2026
Services Performed
Used Scan Tool on Vehicle Trouble Codes Found: #P0302 #2 cylinder misfire Scan misfire data – #2 misfire history Check ignition coil and spark plug Swap #1 & 2 spark plugs and coils Found spark plugs misfiring and carbon fouled Appears to be burning oil Recommend replace spark plugs and perform decarbon
Remove all old spark plugs Gap and install new spark plugs Reassemble and clear codes Test drive for proper operation Running good and no codes returning at this time
Remove air intake tube Add chemicals to vehicle injection adamizer Pressurize adamizer and start cleaning procedure Clean for 20 minutes Remove injection adamizer Reassemble air intake tube Test drive for proper operation
JOSE P. gave our service a 5 star review on 7/8/2026
2014 Kia Optima
Mileage
112,816
Service Date
4/8/2026
Services Performed
Disconnect battery and wait for airbag to discharge Center and lock steering wheel Remove lower dash panel and column covers Disconnect all steering column electrical connectors Remove intermediate shaft bolt Remove steering column mounting bolts Lower and remove steering column Remove MDPS motor from column Remove worn steering coupler Install new steering coupler Reinstall MDPS motor and torque bolts to spec Reinstall steering column and shaft bolt Reconnect all connectors and reinstall panels Reconnect battery Test drive for proper operation
True drums or rotors, replace shoes or pads, pack wheel bearings & replace seals (if applies), Bleed & adjust. Test drive for proper operation.
Rotate tires, check tire wear and adjust pressure Front brakes 40% Rear brakes 15%
SCOTT M. gave our service a 5 star review on 4/8/2026
2016 Kia Optima
Mileage
51,141
Service Date
3/20/2026
Services Performed
Change oil,filter & lube. Check all fluids, hoses & belts. Check tires & adjust pressure.
Remove engine cover Remove air intake assembly for access Disconnect ignition coils connectors Remove ignition coils Disconnect PCV hose and wiring from valve cover Discharge high pressure fuel pump and remove lines Remove high pressure fuel pump Remove valve cover bolts and valve cover Cleaned gasket surfaces on head and valve cover Installed new valve cover gasket and applied silicone on seams Reinstall valve cover and torque bolts to spec Reinstall coils, hoses, and intake components Start engine and test for leaks Test drive for proper operation
MARY B. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/31/2026
2019 Kia Optima
Mileage
82,984
Service Date
12/15/2025
Services Performed
Test drive to experience vibration Raise the vehicle on the hoist and inspect Check wheels and tires – found right front rim bent Rotate tires and recheck Found both front CV axles wobble Need to replace both front CV axle shafts andrecheck
Raise the vehicle on the hoist Remove both front wheels Remove brake calipers and rotors Remove both axle shafts and clean surfaces Install new axle shafts and reassemble Test drive for proper operation No other vibrations at this time
MIKE L. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/15/2025
2015 Kia Optima
Mileage
140,527
Service Date
12/9/2024
Services Performed
Change oil,filter & lube. Check all fluids, hoses & belts. Check tires & adjust pressure.
JOCELYN G. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/12/2024
2017 Kia Forte
Mileage
87,344
Service Date
3/13/2023
Services Performed
Test to experience issue and inspect noise Heard knocking noise coming from engine Experienced rough idle and rough acceleration Check oil and fluid levels – good Raise vehicle on hoist to inspect – no leaks found Used Scan Tool on Vehicle Trouble Codes Found: #P030300: Misfire Cylinder #3 Detected #P010600: Manifold Absolute Pressure/ Barometric Pressure Circuit Range/ Performance #P001700: Crankshaft position/ Camshaft position correlation Bank 1 Sensor B Exhaust Remove cylinder #3 ignition coil to test and inspect – coil good Remove cylinder #3 spark plug to inspect – looks old Remove Manifold Absolute Pressure sensor to test and inspect – sensor test good Clear codes and re-check Code returned right away: #P001700: Crankshaft position/ Camshaft position correlation Bank 1 Sensor B Exhaust Suspect timing is off or internal damage Recommend replacing motor assembly
ZACH F. gave our service a 5 star review on 3/16/2023
2006 Kia Sorento
Mileage
138,637
Service Date
11/15/2022
Services Performed
Need to check at Body Shop
Remove wheels, inspect pad/shoe condition & thickness Front _15__% Rear _75__% Inspect caliper/cylinder for leakage & operation Inspect master cylinder, brake lines & hoses for operation & leaks
Clean and polish both headlights Buff surfaces Apply sealer
True rotors or drums, pack bearings & replace seals (if applies), bleed & adjust.Test drive for proper operation.
KATI S. gave our service a 5 star review on 12/5/2022
2016 Kia Rio
Mileage
99,874
Service Date
5/6/2022
Services Performed
Drain radiator, flush engine block, add coolant & pressure test.
Remove old belt Install and adjust new belt Test drive for proper operation
CHRIS S. gave our service a 5 star review on 5/11/2022
2015 Kia Soul
Mileage
33,092
Service Date
1/5/2021
Services Performed
Change oil,filter & lube. Check all fluids, hoses & belts. Check tires & adjust pressure.
Inspect wheels for possible nail No nail has been found at this time Check tire pressure All wheels have around the same pressure at 28psi Set all wheels to spec tire pressure at 33psi
Remove glove box Remove old cabin filter and clean blower box Install new cabin filter and reassemble Test for proper operation
Remove wheels, inspect pad/shoe condition & thickness Front 20% Rear 20% Inspect caliper/cylinder for leakage & operation Inspect master cylinder, brake lines & hoses for operation & leaks
Rotate tires, check tire wear and adjust pressure
True drums or rotors, replace shoes or pads, pack wheel bearings & replace seals (if applies), Bleed & adjust. Test drive for proper operation.
True rotors or drums, pack bearings & replace seals (if applies), bleed & adjust.Test drive for proper operation.
CURTIS L. gave our service a 5 star review on 1/8/2021
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