The gearbox is one of the main elements of the Kia Sorento 3. It happens quite often that noises are born over time, which are usually linked to a bad use of the clutch system. However, depending on the noise, the nature of the malfunction may be different. We will thus discover what will be the most usual noises and how to adjust them .noise-gearbox-Kia-Sorento-3

The box of my Kia Sorento 3 purrs

This kind of rolling noise could come from different situations. Most of the time this noise will fade when you press the clutch pedal. If the Kia Sorento 3's gearbox hums, it's usually a slight noise , nevertheless relatively unpleasant. Generally this remains a malfunction of rolling . If you are more of a handyman, we can find a method. you can get started on jobs and try to find the bearing that has a problem. If you are not a handyman, go to an auto repairer instead. This type of noise can get worse as time goes by, and you will have to replace the entire gearbox.

Kia Sorento 3: Whistling of the gearbox

When the Kia Sorento 3's gearbox makes a hissing sound, you can expect a relatively rapid failure. So don't wait too long to take care of it. This type of hissing usually occurs when components collide and deteriorate. Difficult to say if repairs are likely or if you will have to change the entire gearbox. We advise you to go to your car repairer to carry out a more specific check.

Kia Sorento 3: The gearbox hangs and makes a cracking noise

When the gearbox hangs up when you try to shift into gear, there is inevitably a malfunction. In practice, this remains one of the most frequent dysfunctions. A gearbox can last a lifetime if it is really taken care of, however improper use on a daily basis can cause malfunctions extremely suddenly. The malfunction is certainly due to a lack of oil! The method is easy. When the level is low, you just need to repeat the level. If the malfunction remains, it is because your gearbox is damaged. You will then most likely have to change it.

For automatic gearboxes

Since there is no human intervention, it remains very rare for the automatic transmission of a Kia Sorento 3 to deteriorate on its own. The causes are therefore extremely easy! The first thing to consider is your oil level , and why not grease the system. However, it is better to go to a manufacturer's garage, it is safer. You can leave a comment to provide more precision and help our future readers.