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 01 Kia Sportage 4x4 DEAD No start No power Needs jumpstart everytime
#998829
06/01/10 08:45 AM
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Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 5
OP
Need a Spot
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I turn the key û nothing û no power û no lights û no clock - completely dead.
The only way to get it started is to jump it.
After it is started it runs fine till I shut it off û then it goes completely dead û flatline
No matter if I shut it off for a long time or a short time - same thing.
No matter if its hot or cold - same thing- dead.
The battery is good
The alternator is good
The starter is good
Terminals are clean
Any ideas?
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Re: 01 Kia Sportage 4x4 DEAD No start No power Needs jumpstart everytime
[Re: HpyUnBday]
#998830
06/01/10 11:06 AM
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Joined: Jan 2008
Posts: 305
Mudrunner
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Did Someone load test the battery? Or maybe do a volt drop test through the terminals. On my 01, the positive cable has corrosion where the wire goes into the crimp on the ring terminal. Every once in a while, i have to wiggle it to get it to start. But while testing, it all showed good. Good luck. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" />
2001 Sportage, 4" RSG lift, Cragers W/31 10.5 Micky Claws, Warn Manual Hubs, 16 gallon Pro Street Fuel Cell, Custom Snorkel, K&N Filter.
1989 Dodge W250.
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Re: 01 Kia Sportage 4x4 DEAD No start No power Needs jumpstart everytime
[Re: HpyUnBday]
#998831
06/01/10 11:41 AM
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Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 894
Rock Warrior
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remove and clean terminals, clean posts, deep cycle battery or replace it.
2001 5sp. K&N stock filter 215/70/15
If your check engine light is on at least you know the light still works
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Re: 01 Kia Sportage 4x4 DEAD No start No power Needs jumpstart everytime
[Re: HpyUnBday]
#998832
06/02/10 11:27 PM
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Joined: Mar 2002
Posts: 1,396
Body Damage is Cool
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Your battery can show 12 volts but be very low an amps. If you can jump start it fine it almost has to be in the battery or battery cabels/terminals.
Dennis
95 Sportage, gone but not forgotten.
98 Jeep TJ, 4" Zone springs with RC Long arms, Ford 8.8", 4.56 gears & Detroit locker rear, D30, 4.56 & Detroit Trutrack front.
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Re: 01 Kia Sportage 4x4 DEAD No start No power Needs jumpstart everytime
[Re: HpyUnBday]
#998833
06/06/10 09:15 AM
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Joined: Mar 2004
Posts: 360
Mudrunner
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The battery is good
Terminals are clean
Onw of these two must be reconsidered
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Re: 01 Kia Sportage 4x4 DEAD No start No power Needs jumpstart everytime
[Re: HpyUnBday]
#998834
06/06/10 10:27 AM
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Joined: Feb 2003
Posts: 2,243
Kia Moderator
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When you are jumping it, what are you connecting to? Straight across the battery or battery +ve and a good engine earth?
If it is straight across the battery then the battery is cactus (test by keying on the starter and measuring the voltage across the battery). If you are using an engine earth then the -ve to engine earth cable is corroded.
2002 Sporty , Ironman 2.5" spring, 2" body, 15 x 7 ROH wheels, K&N, 15 x 10.5 Simex Centipedes, Powerchip 91.
"Never argue with an idiot. They will bring you down to their level then beat you with experience!"
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