20 Most Recent 2002 Kia Rio - Page 8 Questions & Answers

I will say no to your questionBut you do have a possible failed oxygensensor heater,google the code & read upAny time you get codes you don't change partsCode only point you to a system that reported anout of range conditionYou use codes to component test & only replacea fail part when you know how to test for one.The front or upstream O2 Sensors are probably old& close to 100,000 miles,so you can change themThe O2 issue will effect fuel trim or proper fuel deliverybut not cause your problem by itself,you have a second issue to find.Maybe old spark plugs,ignition misifres,old partially blockedexhaust converter,maybe all of that

Check exhaust systemHeat Shield on Converter

Maybe it's the transmission itself. check it.

The alternator is held by two bolts one at the top for ajustment and one at the bottom disconnect the power supply ,loosen the top bolt and move alternator to release tension on the belt so it can be removed then remove both top and bottom bolts you should then be able to lift it out.

its not easy i wont lie to u i have a 2002 kia rio and ive removed the alternator 6 times the real trick is to take ur front passenger tire off and jack the car up high enough to have some wiggle room underneath. when u disconnect everything, youll want to face the alternator pretty much upside down and u just have to wiggle it out past your drive shaft and control arm

You have already figured it out but don't know the answer <(^_^)> . It's the alternator.

is there a problem with replacing lower control arm and special tools needed for a 2005 Kia Sedona mini van

Bad tires

Engine oil capacity should be 4 quarts with the filter change.