Was traveling and the car slowed down with engine light flashing. The P1326 code was found:
The KSDS detects vibrations indicating the onset of excessive connecting rod bearing wear. It is
designed to alert the driver at an early stage of bearing wear before the occurrence of severe engine
damage, including engine failure. If vibrations caused by bearing wear start to occur, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Limp Home Mode. This
will reduce further damage to the engine and ensure that the vehicle occupants are not exposed to the
risk of a more severe engine failure. At that time, Diagnostic Trouble Code (“DTC”) P1326, specific to
the KSDS, will be recorded in the ECU. The vehicle can continue to be operated for a limited time in
Limp Home Mode, but it will accelerate slowly and have a reduced maximum speed. Also, engine RPMs
will be limited to approximately 1800-2000 RPM.
Taking the car to a Kia dealer. Anyone have any idea on what to expect?
The KSDS detects vibrations indicating the onset of excessive connecting rod bearing wear. It is
designed to alert the driver at an early stage of bearing wear before the occurrence of severe engine
damage, including engine failure. If vibrations caused by bearing wear start to occur, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Limp Home Mode. This
will reduce further damage to the engine and ensure that the vehicle occupants are not exposed to the
risk of a more severe engine failure. At that time, Diagnostic Trouble Code (“DTC”) P1326, specific to
the KSDS, will be recorded in the ECU. The vehicle can continue to be operated for a limited time in
Limp Home Mode, but it will accelerate slowly and have a reduced maximum speed. Also, engine RPMs
will be limited to approximately 1800-2000 RPM.
Taking the car to a Kia dealer. Anyone have any idea on what to expect?