2012 kia forte key alert keeps going even after reming key, parking lights stay on if in auto mode,key flob will not work all star
2012 kia forte key alert keeps going even after reming key, parking lights stay on if in auto mode,key flob will not work all started at the same time. It is acting as if the key is still in the switch.
My car has 108000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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Hello. Unfortunately ignition cylinder failures are a fairly common occurrence on your particular vehicle. Usually the ignition cylinder itself will be at fault but at times you have to replace the unit which holds the cylinder known as ignition switch. A technician such as those which apply here at YourMechanic will be able to test your ignition switch and lock cylinder for you to let you which one is at fault. The ignition lock cylinder may simply be seized up, you can try to spray a little bit of WD-40 inside of the keyhole to see if that helps the situation.
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Disable or enable the door lock/unlock sound
Disable sound: Press the lock & unlock button for 4 seconds to change from ON to OFF (MUTE).
To disable the sound, press the door lock & unlock button simultaneously for approximately 4 seconds. To enable the sound, press the door lock & unlock button simultaneously for approximately 4 seconds again. If the sound activation/deactivation is successful, the hazard warning lights will blink 4 times.
The most common reasons a Kia Forte key won`t turn are a binding steering column/lock, an ignition switch issue, or a problem with the ignition key. Search our network of RepairPal Certified shops near you to speak with a technician about your issue.
A continuous TCS light, often accompanied by the ABS light, means something is going on in your traction control system. The solution is to read the codes in the ABS control unit and see what they say. Also, you can have your mechanic take a look.
Occasionally a Kia vehicle`s Bluetooth® system will make a beeping noise when trying to connect to your smartphone. To rule this out, completely disconnect your phone`s Bluetooth from the vehicle and wait a few minutes to allow the system to reset itself before reconnecting.
Adequate oil and coolant levels are important to keep your car running perfectly. Failing to maintain this can also cause a beeping sound to remind you to top them up. Additionally, you may also come across a beeping sound even after you turn off the engine due to overheating caused due to lack of these fluids.
If the car`s battery is dead, you will often notice that the key won`t turn. This isn`t unusual in higher end vehicles, which frequently use more complex electronic ignition systems. Check the life of your battery to verify this.
A faulty key fob is an inconvenience that can throw off your whole schedule. While it may seem far-fetched to think of your fob as needing regular maintenance, your key fob is not something to overlook because when it fails it can stop you from being able to enter your vehicle at all, let alone start the engine.
Is it Safe to Drive with the TCS Light On? It is only safe to drive with the TCS light on if it appears when you are losing traction: it means the system is engaging. Driving without traction control can make your vehicle susceptible to spinning out and sliding around on the road.
your tcs is controlled by a set of wheel speed sensors, located at each wheel, and shared with your abs system. these sensors provide a constant flow of information to your traction control computer about whether each wheel is rolling normally, or if it is slipping or spinning.
The horn is beeping because of the antitheft system. There is a procedure that resets the system. It starts with disconnecting the battery and holding the cables together for 10 minutes to clear the computer. Then you go through a series of key-on for 10 minutes and off for 10 seconds, repeat that three times.
A beeping keyboard typically signifies that something is wrong with the software. A standard solution is to install any keyboard driver updates. Annoying beeping sounds may also come from sticky, toggle, and filter keys.
Typically it is to indicate the door is open or that people sitting in the seats are not buckled in. If all doors, the fuel door, the truck, and the hood are properly sealed, then one of the sensors for these components has likely failed.
The three quick beeping sounds you hear when you turn the key to start your car is likely the vehicle`s anti-theft system. This system is designed to deter theft of your car by sounding an alarm if someone attempts to break into it or start it without a valid key.
The low battery
A low battery can set off your alarm. If you use your car all day the battery may get low at night, making the alarm sound.
Car alarms may seem like they blare for eternity, but really it`s only about 30 seconds. Faulty or broken car alarms can go on for much longer, usually due to a dead battery or key fob not working. Alarms are some of the most important anti-theft features your car can have and is imperative in deterring theft.
This could be one of two issues: a weak battery in your key fob or a faulty key fob as a whole. I would recommend changing the battery in the fob and see if the alarm function works properly. You can find key fob batteries at your local auto parts store. If this is not the issue, I would order a new remote.
The sensitivity of a car alarm is usually set on the shock sensor, which is going to be a small box that`s about three square inches underneath the dashboard on the driver`s side.
Do I need to reprogram the key fob after changing the battery? Typically, you do not need to reprogram the key fob after changing the battery. However, if you`ve replaced not just the batteries but also some of the internal wiring and electronics, you may need to reprogram it by pairing it with your vehicle once again.
The majority of cars now have remote central locking, however, with a flat or dead battery this won`t work and you will be forced to use the key to open the car doors.
Car suddenly stalls while operating: One of the most common symptoms of a failed ignition relay is a car that suddenly stalls while operating. If the ignition relay shorts, burns out, or otherwise fails while the engine is operating it will cut off power to the fuel pump and ignition system.
Dead Battery
To work correctly, the ignition mechanism is powered by the battery. If the battery fails, the ignition will automatically get locked up. Then you won`t be able to pull the key out of the ignition.
The traction control system (TCS) detects if a loss of traction occurs among the car`s wheels.
Press the gas pedal 3 times in quick succession. Then, turn your engine on all the way and let it run for a minute. The TCS and ABS lights should reset and go away if there isn`t any underlying problem with your traction control system.
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2012 kia forte key alert keeps going even after reming key, parking lights stay on if in auto mode,key flob will not work all star
ANSWER : Hello. Unfortunately ignition cylinder failures are a fairly common occurrence on your particular vehicle. Usually the ignition cylinder itself will be at fault but at times you have to replace the unit which holds the cylinder known as ignition switch. A technician such as those which apply here at YourMechanic will be able to test your ignition switch and lock cylinder for you to let you which one is at fault. The ignition lock cylinder may simply be seized up, you can try to spray a little bit of WD-40 inside of the keyhole to see if that helps the situation.
My dash board don’t work my front light work when I change my light into high beam and my back window won’t go down
ANSWER : As unfortunate as it is, your vehicle would be considered flood damaged. Diagnosing electrical problems in a flood damaged vehicle is nearly impossible. This would take many hours or even days to determine which wiring harnesses and circuits have been affected. Then nearly all of the wiring under the dash would likely require replacement as well as many sensors and switches. On a BMW vehicle, the amount of wires and switches are likely more than that of a lower end vehicle. Due to the inefficiency in cost, you would likely be able to purchase another BMW like yours for less than what it would cost to fix your car. Many insurance companies would consider this type of damage to total out the vehicle unfortuantely.
No dash lights, back right tail light is out, no parking lights. Brake lights work though as does head lights.
ANSWER : Hi there. In many cases, when you have electrical problems like you’re describing, it’s caused by multiple electrical component failure. It’s likely that a few electrical relays are not working; especially if you have systems that utilize the same components (such as your brake light and tail lights). I would recommend having a professional mobile mechanic come to your location to complete an electrical problems inspection first, so they can pinpoint what is damaged and recommend the right repairs.
signals, daytime running lights are not working, park brake light on dash is on steady and chime is dinging steady 4×4 wont engage
ANSWER : This is likely a brake light switch problem. I would suggest testing the brake light switch which should be located down by the brake pedal. This may also be a computer problem as well as indicated by the other lights on in the dash. I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your home to possibly replace the brake light switch and diagnose with a scanning tool which will download useful data from the truck’s computer indicating what specifically the problem may be.
Okay so when I turn my lights on at night my brake lights do not work, when I don’t have my lights on they work fine.
ANSWER : Hi there. Based on your inquiry, it’s highly probable that you have a damaged light switch or some electrical fault inside the turn signal relay. However, it’s also possible that the brake switch above the brake pedal could also be the source of your problem. Due to the fact that multiple electrical components might be causing this issue, it’s a smart idea to first have a professional mobile mechanic complete a brake lights are not working inspection, so they can determine what’s causing all of these issues and recommend the right repairs.
All dashboard lights and tail lights do not work after driving through a lot of snow. Headlights work. And brake lights work.
ANSWER : Hello. We’ll be happy to help you. There are a few things that I recommend checking to discover why your lighting system is malfunctioning. The headlight dimmer switch should be checked. Along with the wiring harness above the right front tire behind the fender well cover. Also
the main fuse under the hood should be inspected because other people with your particular vehicle have had similar lighting issues if that fuse goes bad. It will be a great idea to check the rest of the fuses in that area too while checking the main fuse. Once the fuses are checked inside of the main fuse box then I would check the fuses inside of their interior fuse box. The interior fuse box should be located on the driver side of the dashboard near where your legs would be. If you need more assistance with repairing your vehicle please keep in mind that our organization provides Mobile Mechanics who can help you diagnose and repair your vehicle, all at competitive rates.
the main fuse under the hood should be inspected because other people with your particular vehicle have had similar lighting issues if that fuse goes bad. It will be a great idea to check the rest of the fuses in that area too while checking the main fuse. Once the fuses are checked inside of the main fuse box then I would check the fuses inside of their interior fuse box. The interior fuse box should be located on the driver side of the dashboard near where your legs would be. If you need more assistance with repairing your vehicle please keep in mind that our organization provides Mobile Mechanics who can help you diagnose and repair your vehicle, all at competitive rates.
Nothing happens when the key is turned and now the key is stuck not even the hazard lights work car won’t come out of park either.
ANSWER : It is very possible the ignition switch is at fault. This is a known issue with the 2005-2007 Chevy Cobalt. These models are part of the General Motors Ignition Switch Recall. Contact your local Chevy dealer service department and provide them with the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN number) or check your VIN number on safercar.gov. If the vehicle falls within the recall, your Chevy dealer will replace the ignition switch free of charge under the parameters of the recall.
Dash, Tail/brake, dome, trunk, glovebox, and door lights won’t work, dash doing weird things.
ANSWER : Hi there. Sure would appear a lot is going on electrically all at once. This could be, a problem in the PDC (power distribution center). The PDC is typically located under the hood and contains numerous fuses and relays. I don’t believe any one fuse will resolve all of the electrical issues. There is a possibility, it is not a power supply issue. It may be, the result of a poor electrical ground common to the inoperative components. Proper circuit testing should be performed. This would confirm the cause of multiple electrical failures. I recommend having your vehicle’s electrical problems be diagnosed and repaired by a certified technician, such as one from YourMechanic.
