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Kia Repair & Service in Colorado Springs
Optima, Sorento, Sportage, Soul, Forte and Telluride — GDI and turbo engines, automatics and IVTs, diagnosed with factory-level tools and dealer-level programming in our own shop.
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✓ 24-month / 24,000-mile warranty
✓ ASE-certified technicians
✓ Female-led, family-owned
What we do
Kia diagnostics, service and repair
One shop for everything your Kia needs, from the first warning light to the finished repair.
01
Diagnostics & programming
We pull live data and factory fault codes to find the root cause of a warning light, a running problem or an electrical fault — the first time.
✓ Factory-level scan tools for engine, transmission, ABS and body modules
✓ Dealer-level module programming in-house, with factory software
✓ Pressure and smoke testing for hidden leaks
✓ Photo and video of every finding
02
Scheduled service
Factory maintenance intervals, with fluids and filters that meet Kia specifications.
✓ Factory maintenance schedule
✓ Transmission fluid service
✓ Coolant service
✓ Brake fluid exchanges
03
Repair
Durable repairs on the parts Kias are known to wear out.
✓ Engine knock diagnosis on Theta II engines
✓ Carbon cleaning on GDI engines
✓ Oil consumption repair
✓ A/C repair
Model by model
What are the most common problems on each Kia model?
Every Kia has its own weak spots. This is what we see most in our bays.
Optima
2011–2019 · 2.0T / 2.4L
• Theta II engine knock and failure
• Oil consumption
Sorento / Sportage
2.0T / 2.4L
• Theta II engine knock
• Carbon buildup on GDI engines
Soul
1.6L / 2.0L
• Engine knock and oil consumption
• Catalytic converter problems
Forte / newer models
IVT models
• IVT hesitation
• Software updates
Keep it healthy
What we tell Kia owners
• Check oil level between changes
• Don't ignore a knock
• Keep service records for warranty
• Change oil on time on GDI engines
Kia questions we answer every week
Straight answers from our techs
Why is my Kia engine knocking?
Many 2011–2019 Kias with the 2.0T and 2.4L Theta II engines can develop rod-bearing knock that leads to engine failure. Many are covered by recalls or extended warranties.
Warning signs
Knocking that rises with RPM · Oil light · Stalling · Loss of power
What we do
We diagnose it and check your VIN for recalls or extended coverage before anything else.
Colorado Springs: Stop driving an engine that knocks — continuing can seize it.
Why is my Kia using oil?
Some Kia GDI engines use oil between changes, which can starve the engine if the level drops too low.
Warning signs
Low oil between changes · Oil light · Blue smoke
What we do
We run an oil consumption test and recommend the right repair.
What is carbon buildup on a Kia GDI engine?
Direct-injection engines don't wash the intake valves with fuel, so carbon builds up over time and causes rough running.
Warning signs
Rough idle · Cold-start misfire · Lost power
What we do
We inspect first and clean the valves only when carbon is actually affecting how it runs.
Why is my Kia Soul losing power?
Power loss on a Soul can be misfires, a failing catalytic converter, or engine wear from low oil.
Warning signs
Loss of power · Misfire · Check engine light
What we do
We scan it and test to find the real cause.
Does Westco do Kia recall and warranty checks?
We check your VIN for open recalls and extended coverage on every Kia before recommending engine work.
What we check
Open recalls · Extended warranties · Service history
What we do
If it's covered, we tell you — and point you to the right place.
In our shop
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