2012 Kia Rio has a timing chain not a timing belt. What you're hearing is on the left side of the engine which helps confirm I what I believe to be is timing chain slap or a guide broke off and is getting thrown around.
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What we know about OEM KIA timing chain
The brand is registered in South Korea.
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