Simplecar 4th Gear January 13, 2015 Share January 13, 2015 Yes, I switched to 92 after pumping 1st tank with 95. Today is my 3rd tank and I continued with 92. I don't buy the idea of 95 being a "better petrol" when owner manual says 91 is the minimum; and based on the fact that RON is meant to prevent detonation. My route and high percentage of highway definitely helped. like many here, i buy at my convenient petrol station which is Shell. Will try out ESSO for the Ron92. Maybe i can save a few cents. ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiat626 1st Gear January 13, 2015 Share January 13, 2015 (edited) I don't know can this question apply to SX because I'm driving an EX with manual air con. My idle rpm is 700 when I set the blower speed to 1 or 2. Idle rpm will step up to 900 when I set the blower speed to 3 or 4. Is this the same observation by the EX bros? Edited January 13, 2015 by Kiat626 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiat626 1st Gear January 13, 2015 Share January 13, 2015 When I had my GD1, I pumped 92. It went on for some time without problem. Then one day, the cel indicator lit up. I sent the car in for check. They scanned and found the O2 sensor was faulty. They reset it and the cel indicator went off. I paid $60 for the service. Later, the problem returned. The Mechs could not do anything. I changed to RON 95. The problem disappeared! What is the minimum RON your owner manual stated? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTSK3 Neutral Newbie January 16, 2015 Share January 16, 2015 I don't know can this question apply to SX because I'm driving an EX with manual air con. My idle rpm is 700 when I set the blower speed to 1 or 2. Idle rpm will step up to 900 when I set the blower speed to 3 or 4. Is this the same observation by the EX bros? Hi. i also have similar sympton on my K3. Idle went up to around 900rpm at speed 3 and 4. Not sure is this a fault ? Any other k3 owner have similar experience... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged January 16, 2015 Share January 16, 2015 It is normal,modern cars idling speed adjust itself,depends on the load of the alternator,compressor,as long as not over 1000 rpm..then it is normal. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiat626 1st Gear January 16, 2015 Share January 16, 2015 It is normal,modern cars idling speed adjust itself,depends on the load of the alternator,compressor,as long as not over 1000 rpm..then it is normal. oh, even alternator load is taken into account now. that explains. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged January 17, 2015 Share January 17, 2015 oh, even alternator load is taken into account now. that explains. Yes,because Car Mfg knew now owners will complain if the car's vibrations are too much,so they make the idling speed adjust itself,so less vibration is felt. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebreadface Neutral Newbie January 17, 2015 Share January 17, 2015 Can I ask... Why did you guys choose K3 over Elantra? I'm caught between the two now... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiat626 1st Gear January 18, 2015 Share January 18, 2015 (edited) Can I ask... Why did you guys choose K3 over Elantra? I'm caught between the two now... Based on emo, good and want to have features. Emo: Prefer K3's design in and out. Just could not appreciate Elantra's center console design and steering wheel. Have to see and touch every day, so got to like it. Felt Elantra cabin sounded noiser and more vibration than K3 during test drive. Features: Not fair cos for some, one have but the other not. For preferred and can close one eye (can live without) feature, K3 gained more. Actually features is to convince myself that I make a sensible choice. If K3 had a K5 center console and steering wheel, I may have settled for Elantra. Edited January 18, 2015 by Kiat626 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged January 18, 2015 Share January 18, 2015 Anybody here sold the stock 215/45-17 tyres.?I need 2 pcs,one piece "swollen",after hitting kerb. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplecar 4th Gear January 18, 2015 Share January 18, 2015 Anybody here sold the stock 215/45-17 tyres.?I need 2 pcs,one piece "swollen",after hitting kerb. are you using the spare tyre now? The size is quite common. most tyre shops should stock it. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ER-3682 Twincharged January 18, 2015 Share January 18, 2015 are you using the spare tyre now? The size is quite common. most tyre shops should stock it. I know it is a common size,but i don't wish to spend too much on good tyre,my brother driving very KAYU... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hybridcar 3rd Gear January 19, 2015 Share January 19, 2015 Can I ask... Why did you guys choose K3 over Elantra? I'm caught between the two now... love at first sight, addicted after test drive... I think more important is how you feel and what is more important to you. There are good and bad for any car makes and model. hint: did you find any K3 in used car section?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTSK3 Neutral Newbie January 20, 2015 Share January 20, 2015 For me, everyday i feel good when driving it ..the cockpit and car overall outlook is trendy and not so "Ah Pek" look. Though i knew that fuel consumption may not be the best. I still choose Kia... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simplecar 4th Gear January 20, 2015 Share January 20, 2015 For me, everyday i feel good when driving it ..the cockpit and car overall outlook is trendy and not so "Ah Pek" look. Though i knew that fuel consumption may not be the best. I still choose Kia... You can get 12km/l Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat 3rd Gear January 20, 2015 Share January 20, 2015 love at first sight, addicted after test drive... I think more important is how you feel and what is more important to you. There are good and bad for any car makes and model. hint: did you find any K3 in used car section?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat 3rd Gear January 20, 2015 Share January 20, 2015 and the headlight is strong too, shown on the pic, one malay chap hit the headlight until his subaru dented after cutting in my lane. The headlight cover is as strong as subaru car body, if not stronger! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
TTSK3 Neutral Newbie January 21, 2015 Share January 21, 2015 Any k3 owner install the door Visor Please share where did you buy it.. price ?? ↡ Advertisement Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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