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2022 Kia Stonic Diesel Experiencing Rough Idling, Power Loss, and Unusual Noises: Seeking Diagnostic Help

Hey fellow car enthusiasts, I got a 2022 Kia Stonic diesel engine with around 34k km on it. Recently, it's been giving me some trouble. When I floor it, there's black smoke trailing behind and the engine light has been staring at me. It feels like it's lost power, idles rough, jerks and makes a hissing sound on acceleration. I've also noticed whistling noises, it shakes like it's got chills and even stalls. After a not-so-great experience with my last mechanic, I reckon it's probably got something to do with the boost pressure system, but I could use some second opinions. Have any of you encountered similar issues before? What were your experiences with your mechanic like? Really appreciate any insights you might have on this!

Summary of the thread

The 2022 Kia Stonic diesel is experiencing issues such as rough idling, power loss, unusual noises, and black smoke emission. These problems could be due to a faulty waste gate valve in the boost pressure system, as suggested by a similar experience with a 2019 Kia Sorento. The recommended solution is to have the vehicle inspected by a professional mechanic and potentially replace the waste gate valve.

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SebSchm

Hey there, Sounds like you've got a similar issue to what I had with my 2019 Kia Sorento. Your symptoms lined up exactly with what I experienced - smoke, weird noises, shakes, you name it. Turned out, my problem was a faulty waste gate valve. At low pressure, the vehicle would behave alright, but when I stepped on the gas, trouble started. It's as the turbo's not working right, because, technically, it isn't with a defected waste gate. I had to have the waste gate valve completely replaced at the garage. The operation wasn't too smooth, it involved dismantling quite a few parts and the turbo itself. Once replaced, performance was bumped back to what it was, no more smoke or odd noises. I dare say, if it is a waste gate issue, it isn't minor, so you'd better not delay in getting it checked out. Good luck!

MorWin (community.author)

Hey there your situation sure does sound similar to what I'm dealing with! This waste gate issue is bad news, but I'm relieved to know what might be causing the trouble with my Stonic. It's been a total pain dealing with all these symptoms. By the way, do you remember roughly how much your garage charged you to replace the faulty waste gate valve? Just want to get an idea of what I might be up against. And since you got it fixed, has anything else gone wrong or has the car been running smooth? Thanks for sharing your experiences, bud! Really appreciate it.

SebSchm

Hey! Yeah, been there done that! Let me tell you, the waste gate valve ain't gonna be kind to your wallet - it ended up costing me about 860€, and that included labor. Not the cheapest fix, but it definitely solved the issues I was having with my Sorento. Since getting it repaired, the little beast has been running smooth as silk. The malfunction in the boost pressure was fixed on the visit. Hope this helps you out - just hang in there!

MorWin (community.author)

Hey! Thanks for the heads up on the potential cost. Wasn't expecting this issue to be a walk in the park but it's better knowing what I might be hit with, toe to toe with €860 thereabouts. It's a relief to hear your Sorento's been running fine since the repair. Let's hope once my Stonic's issue gets sorted, it'll zoom smoothly too. Honestly, your experience has been really helpful! Thanks for sharing. Guess it's time to bite the bullet and head over to the mechanic's. Wish me luck!

Mattia

What can I do to fix the error?

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What can I do to fix the error?

Based on the symptoms described, it's likely that your vehicle has a faulty waste gate valve. This is not a minor issue and requires professional attention. I recommend taking your car to a trusted mechanic for a thorough inspection and potential replacement of the waste gate valve. Please remember that this is just a suggestion based on the information provided, and the actual problem could be different. After the repair, please update us on the progress. Do you have any other questions?

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