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2009 Kia Rio repairs by problem area

Engine (31%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (0%)

Brakes and Traction Control (15%)

Suspension and Steering (0%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (31%)

Other (0%)

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2009 Kia Rio5 4dr Hatch

110-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD

3000 mi Knock sensor needed replacement 

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2009 Kia Rio5 4dr Hatch

110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

71920 mi crank position sensor 
112000 mi

US $808
Timing belt kit installed 

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2009 Kia Rio 4dr Sedan

110-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

114300 mi

US $400
Engine light came on started shuddering barely made it up a hill, coil and tune up required also belts loose 

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2009 Kia Rio Engine Problems

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