Kia takes the Optima out of optimal functionality

*The_Blur* · 04-16-2010, 10:44 PM

A block from my work, my tire goes flat. I pull into a gas station right there and get to work.

Opening the trunk, I see the spare. I loosen the mound of rust that used to be a screw and remove the donut. I then get to the jack. It is a tumor-like mass on the side of the donut. It won't budge. The 9-year-old car has this much rust.

A gas station employee lets me borrow his Scion's jack. I proceed to lift the vehicle. Now, I try to undo the lugs, but they are covered by a center cap that has a small notch in the side. A pen isn't strong enough to open it, and my screwdriver is too bug.

A guy asks if he can help. I explain that I am struggling to get this piece off, so he goes to his car to see what he has that can help. He finds scissors, and they remove the piece. Why would any manufacturer require the use of a tool that is rarely in a person's car?

Now, I'm home a full two hours late.

FenwickHockey65 · 04-16-2010, 10:51 PM

Is your Kia trying to tell you something?

*DGthe3* · 04-16-2010, 11:45 PM

Maybe more Koreans carry pocket knives

Toasty · 04-17-2010, 12:30 AM

there wasnt some kind of tool in with the jack to remove the center cap? seems odd.

*The_Blur* · 04-17-2010, 07:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Toasty

there wasnt some kind of tool in with the jack to remove the center cap? seems odd.

If the tool was in there, it was probably rusted to the rest of the vehicle, like the jack.

I'm getting a tire now.

I can't wait to get a Camaro.

TheCaptain · 04-17-2010, 12:04 PM

mmmm Camaro...

*The_Blur* · 04-20-2010, 12:26 PM

I had a tire installed on Saturday but didn't get a chance to post. Now the power steering is out.

How do I get stuck with cars in this condition?

brandotron · 04-20-2010, 12:30 PM

Are you missing your Subaru yet?

*The_Blur* · 04-20-2010, 01:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brandotron

Are you missing your Subaru yet?

I'm so glad that thing is gone. The engine on that thing, however, was still strong. This Kia is hitting the same stage of falling apart about 30k miles earlier. This is not okay. I might have to buy a used Chevy before I can get a Camaro, pushing my purchase back another year or so. :(

If everyone on Camaro5 donates a dollar, I can have a new Camaro in no time.

FenwickHockey65 · 04-20-2010, 01:19 PM

Mmm...your Kia is definitely trying to tell you something.

fielderLS3 · 04-20-2010, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The_Blur

I had a tire installed on Saturday but didn't get a chance to post. Now the power steering is out.

How do I get stuck with cars in this condition?

Look at the emblem in the grille. If it says K-I-A, it means the car has already been killed in action.

Hope you get your Camaro soon (and yes, get the V8).

04-16-2010, 10:44 PM	#1
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,768	Kia takes the Optima out of optimal functionality A block from my work, my tire goes flat. I pull into a gas station right there and get to work. Opening the trunk, I see the spare. I loosen the mound of rust that used to be a screw and remove the donut. I then get to the jack. It is a tumor-like mass on the side of the donut. It won't budge. The 9-year-old car has this much rust. A gas station employee lets me borrow his Scion's jack. I proceed to lift the vehicle. Now, I try to undo the lugs, but they are covered by a center cap that has a small notch in the side. A pen isn't strong enough to open it, and my screwdriver is too bug. A guy asks if he can help. I explain that I am struggling to get this piece off, so he goes to his car to see what he has that can help. He finds scissors, and they remove the piece. Why would any manufacturer require the use of a tool that is rarely in a person's car? Now, I'm home a full two hours late. __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

04-16-2010, 10:51 PM	#2
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04-16-2010, 11:45 PM	#3
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04-20-2010, 12:26 PM	#7
The_Blur Moderator Drives: 2018 Harley-Davidson Street Bob Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 14,768	I had a tire installed on Saturday but didn't get a chance to post. Now the power steering is out. How do I get stuck with cars in this condition? __________________ RDP Motorsport//GEN5DIY//Cultrag Performance//JPSS//Rodgets Chevrolet// Operation Demon//Buy at Invoice//RACECARWEAR RESPECT ALL CARS. LOVE YOUR OWN. warn 145:159 ban

04-17-2010, 12:30 AM	#4
Toasty Custom User Title :D Drives: 2011 Summit White 2LT/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bolingbrook, IL Posts: 2,342	there wasnt some kind of tool in with the jack to remove the center cap? seems odd.

04-20-2010, 12:30 PM	#8
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04-20-2010, 01:19 PM	#10
FenwickHockey65 General Motors Aficionado Drives: 2023 GMC Canyon, 2023 Expedition Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 37,375 View My Garage	Mmm...your Kia is definitely trying to tell you something. __________________ 2023 GMC Canyon Elevation 2023 Ford Expedition SSV (State-Issued)

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