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2003 Kia Optima repairs by problem area
Engine (55%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (9%)
Brakes and Traction Control (9%)
Suspension and Steering (18%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (9%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)
Other (0%)
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Chart based on 11 repairs.
2003 Kia Optima 4dr Sedan
138-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 150000 mi US $300 |
Car would only start when the engine was cold, after it warmed up car would die and not start again until it cooled off and then still sometimes it still would not start. Shop said Crankshaft Position sensor was bad, so we replaced the CPS. |
| 139000 mi US $39 |
Engine vibration - replaced forward R/H engine mount. |
| 191000 mi US $85 |
Running rough, trouble code P-0303. Replaced spark plugs, ignition coils, and plug wires. |
| 194000 mi US $1050 |
Code P0320. Replaced ignition fail sensor, replaced cam sensor, replaced crank sensor, replaced ECM. Crack in radiator tank. Replaced timing belt and water pump. Small belt for vibration damper had failed. |
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