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2000 Kia Sephia LS Sedan L4-1.8L
Engine Controls - Cold Engine Hard Start
2000 Kia Sephia LS Sedan L4-1.8LSECTION Engine Controls - Cold Engine Hard Start
SOURCE: Kia Technician Times
TITLE: Cold Engine Hard Start
APPLIES TO: 00 Sephia
SERVICE TIP:
CONDITION
Cold engine hard start or no start in ambient temperatures below 0°F.
CAUSE
ECM calibration not optimum at very low temperatures.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
A running change was made to ECM software to correct the cold temperature hard start condition from March 16, 2000 production. The revised ECM can be used as a field fix for cold weather area customers experiencing cold engine hard start problems. The part number of the revised ECM is 0K2BW 18 881C.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.