Spark Plug: Troubleshooting
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Forte5 and 2018 Kia Forte. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
| Symptom | Suspect Area | Remedy |
|---|---|---|
| Engine will not start or is hard to start (Cranks OK) | Ignition lock switch | Inspect ignition lock switch, or replace as required |
| Ignition coil | Inspect ignition coil, or replace as required | |
| Spark plugs | Inspect spark plugs, or replace as required | |
| Ignition wiring disconnected or broken | Repair wiring, or replace as required | |
| Rough idle or stalls | Ignition wiring | Repair wiring, or replace as required |
| Ignition coil | Inspect ignition coil, or replace as required | |
| Engine hesitates/poor acceleration | Spark plugs and spark plug cables | Inspect spark plugs/cable, or replace as required |
| Ignition wiring | Repair wiring, or replace as required | |
| Poor mileage | Spark plugs and spark plug cables | Inspect spark plugs/cable, or replace as required |