Your Kia’s car belt, also known as the drive belt, transmits the power of your engine to various essential accessories. It powers the alternator, thereby keeping your battery fully charged. It also powers the water pump in your cooling system, the power steering pump, and the air conditioning compressor. If you notice the following signs of accessory trouble, you might need to promptly visit your local Kia dealer for a new drive belt.
Signs You Need a New Car Belt
Dying Battery
The alternator keeps your battery fully charged by transforming the mechanical power of your engine into electrical power. If your drive belt breaks or slips, and stops powering the alternator, then your battery will rapidly die. You’ll notice this in fading headlamps, failing electrical components, and being unable to start your car in the morning.
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Meet the Electrified 2022 Kia EV6 in Lanham, MD
The 2022 Kia EV6 is one of the latest entries into the EV market. The four-door crossover is athletic and provides a refined driving experience. Find out why the 2022 EV6 is so popular now by meeting the EV6 and other electric vehicles in Lanham, MD at our Kia dealership.
Meet the 2022 Kia EV6
Trim Availability
The 2022 EV6 is available in multiple trims. The base model is the Light, and the upper tier trims consist of the Wind, and the GT-Line. The EV6 comes with different combinations of electric motors and battery packs, delivering different outputs and ranges depending on buyer requirements.
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3 Signs Your Kia Needs New Headlights in Lanham, MD
Good headlights are very important for safe driving at night, or anytime light conditions are bad. The bulbs, however, will wear out and will need to be replaced. As your Kia dealer, we can easily fix new headlights when you need them. These are some of the signs that you’ll need to come in and see us for replacements soon.
3 Signs It’s Time for a Headlight Replacement from Your Kia Dealer
Damaged Lens
Your headlights are protected by clear lenses. These lenses are designed to keep water, dirt, and other debris from damaging the bulb or the electrical system. The lenses, however, can be damaged by gravel or other material from the surface that’s thrown up and hits a lens. A damaged lens can allow water or dirt to get into the headlight cavity.
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Meet the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid in Lanham, MD
The 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid is an SUV with the versatility you need – it provides three rows of seating despite an easy-to-drive smaller profile. If you are looking for a highly economical hybrid SUV to get your family and friends around, the 2022 Kia Sorento Hybrid is for you. Read on to find out more.
What’s New for 2022
The 2022 Sorento Hybrid comes with a 10.25-inch touchscreen as standard. Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive is also available.
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Pothole Damage? Visit Your Lanham Kia Dealer Today
As unthreatening as potholes may seem, driving over one at a normal speed can cause a surprising amount of damage to your car. Sometimes the damage is clearly visible, such as a dented rim or blistered tire, but sometimes it’s harder to detect, as with damaged suspension or minor wheel misalignment. If you notice any of the following seven signs of pothole damage, visit your local Kia dealer to have it repaired as soon as you can.
Bulging Tire Rubber
Potholes can wreak havoc on your tires. The most common result of a pothole bump is a bulge in your tire wall. This results from the pothole pinching the tire’s inner lining, allowing a burst of air to seep out, under the surface layer of rubber. Any large bulge or blister puts the tire at risk of blowing out on the road, and you’ll most likely need to have it replaced.
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Your Kia car’s transmission consists of a whole range of parts that move the power from the engine to the wheels. To improve your car’s gas mileage and to save money on costly repairs down the road, ask your technician at your Kia dealer to perform a transmission service and reap the benefit of optimal vehicle performance.
1. Increases Fuel Economy
When your car’s transmission is in good working order, you will save money at the gas pump. Follow your car’s service schedule and factory-recommended maintenance intervals and ask your Kia technician to perform regular transmission inspections and transmission fluid replacements.
A well-maintained transmission will reduce the strain on components and ensure that your engine runs optimally. An engine that runs smoothly will use less oil, and you will save money on gas.
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Parallel Parking: How to Get It Right Every Time
If parallel parking makes you nervous, you’re not alone. Many drivers find this tricky parking technique a little daunting, especially inexperienced drivers who might have only recently taken their first car off the Kia dealership lot and fear scraping the paintwork. But by practicing the correct sequence of steps a few times, you’ll find that parking in small gaps between other vehicles becomes rather like tying your shoelaces: an easy, effortless habit. Let’s look at how to do it well.
Stop Beside the Car in Front
The very first step is to position yourself directly parallel to the parked car at the front of the gap: the car in front. You’ll need to leave a two-foot gap between you and the car in front. More than a three-foot gap is too far and will make parking unnecessarily difficult.
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5 Impressive Features of the 2022 Kia Soul
Out of all the vehicles in its class, the 2022 Kia Soul stands above the rest in just about every category. Here are five of the most impressive features that you’re sure to love when you take this outstanding vehicle for a ride.
1. Outgoing and Adventurous Style
When people see you driving by in the Soul, they’re sure to take notice of the unique, impeccable sense of style that this SUV puts on display. Eye-catching colors like Inferno Red or Undercover Green help to draw attention in all the best ways, showing off a personalized style that matches your individual personality. Step up to the Soul X-Line trim level to enhance your style with rugged, textured design elements and silver exterior accents.
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The only part of your car that’s in contact with the ground is your tires. This contact, whether on gravel, sand, or the highway, leads to friction and damage. Modern tires are far stronger than those of just 30 years ago, but they will still wear out. A blowout could leave you stranded, or even worse, it could cause a serious accident. If you need new tires in Maryland, as your old ones are showing signs of wear, your Kia dealer in Lanham can help.
The Penny Trick
Your tire tread is the raised section of your tires, and its purpose is to allow for a better grip on the surface as you drive. This is important to maintain good control and handling and is even more important in wet or snowy conditions. As your tires move, they gradually wear due to surface contact. The tread thickness will start to thin out, and the thinner the tread, the less grip your tires have.
An old trick to test tread thickness is to put an upside-down penny into the thinnest part of the tread. If you can see only part of Lincoln’s face, that’s great as your tire tread is fine. Seeing Lincoln’s hairline means that your tire tread is thin, and it’s time to plan for replacement. If you can see the top of Lincoln’s head, the tread is very worn, and they need to be replaced immediately.
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Does Your Kia Need a New Car Air Filter?
As a car owner, are you aware of how important your air filter is to the proper operation of your vehicle? Air filters ensure that the air coming into your engine is clean and free from debris. To be sure, it’s important to check for any signs of wear or tear on your air filter before it becomes too late. Here are some signs that you need a new car air filter from your Kia dealer:
Signs You Need a New Car Air Filter at Your Kia Dealer in Lanham, MD
Decrease in Your Fuel Efficiency
The first and perhaps most common sign of a deteriorating air filter is the decrease in your fuel efficiency. As debris builds upon the surface of your car’s air filter, it can reduce or even obstruct airflow into the engine. The exact effect that this will have varies depending on the type and level of obstruction. However, there’s no doubt about the fact that your fuel efficiency will suffer.
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