my daughters friend has a 2006 Kia Optima and it broke down this morning, the repair guy told her it was the timing belt. Isn't this covered under the warrenty as part of the powertrain?
Depends on the manufacture. It will be covered under the bumper to bumper warranty. It may or may not be covered under the power train warranty. Read your warranty that came with the vehicle or call your dealer.
A 2008 Caravan does not have a timing belt, it is a chain.
Call the dealership and ask them if they are covered under the warranty.
The engine control module is covered in the powertrain warranty for your Kia. The engine control module should be covered for 100,000 miles.
Considered a "wear" item - not covered by power train wty.
That will depend on the specifics of the warranty. You will need to read the fine print.
The power-train warranty covers the engine transmission, & differential. In other words what is powering the vehicle. There may be limitations and exceptions to the exact parts covered. Read the warranty details to find out.
It is easier to answer what is covered. The power train warrant normally covers the engine, transmission, and differential and nothing else. For instance the starter, water pump, etc may of may not be covered. The warranty may only cover internal engine parts. You will have to read the warranty details to see if any items are excluded. Power train warranties are not all the same.
As a Warranty Administrator for Daimler Chrysler for over 7 years, I can tell you that neither Chrysler or aftermarket service contracts have ever covered power steering components with a drivetrain/powertrain service contracts. Examples of covered components may be engine, transmission/transaxle, transfer case, and differentials.
I would say YES. But that would be debatable. Ask and see if they cover it. Just for the record I have to say that I have never seen a starter covered by a power train warranty, they really only cover the engine and maybe the transmission if your lucky, the answer will be in the fine print of your agreement.
installing power steering pump 2005 kia optima
In car terms a comprehensive warranty often covers the parts and labor for things like the powertrain, electrical systems, power steering, brakes, suspension, heating and cooling, and air conditioning components. Many things are not covered so make sure to read the warranty completely, including the part on what is not covered.