2012 Kia Rio (UB) — Repair Solution

1.4L G4FA 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol · Timing Chain Issues · Engine

Kia Rio (UB) Timing Chain Issues Engine Diagnostic Sequence Available

Vehicle Details

Make: Kia
Model: Rio (UB)
Year: 2012
Engine: 1.4L G4FA 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
Kilometres: 265,383
Area: Engine
Category: Timing Chain Issues

Customer Complaint

The vehicle wont idle and the engine light is present

Problem Summary

Struggled to keep the car idling

Diagnostic Sequence

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Quick Facts

CodeKIAUB12147
Vehicle2012 Kia Rio (UB)
Engine1.4L G4FA 4cyl 16v DOHC VVT MPFI Petrol
ComplaintVisible
Diag. SequenceMembers Only
SolutionMembers Only

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