Crankshaft Position Sensor May be Damaged if Timing Belt Breaks on Kia Optima
Problem overview
Timing belts can break prematurely and cause serious engine damage. When replacing a broken timing belt, the crankshaft position sensor should also be replaced as it most likely has suffered damage as well.
39 people reported this problem
13 commentsKia Optima vehicles with this problem
11 model years affected
Average mileage: 121,032 miles
(53,000 - 186,952)
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