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We have info for following modifications of 2005 KIA Spectra

  • 2005 KIA Spectra EX 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1975, Fuel Injection
  • 2005 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1975, Fuel Injection
  • 2005 KIA Spectra SX 2.0 L4 GAS, CC:1975, Fuel Injection

BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Drum Brakes -> Brake Service -> Brake Shoes, Replace -> Installation -> Optima -> Removal -> Rio -> Sedona -> Spectra
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Brake Shoes, Replace

Optima
  • Raise and support vehicle, then remove wheel/tire assembly.
  • Remove brake drum. If drum is difficult to remove, screw in bolts to pull drum out, Fig. .
  • Remove end shoe springs, cylinder and hold-down spring.
  • Remove shoes and adjuster as an assembly.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Apply suitable grease to backing plate shoe contact surfaces.
    • Install shoe hold-down pin, then assemble return spring with the strut or pushrod shortened.
    • Pull parking brake lever fully upward. Repeat process several times.
Rio
  • Remove brake shoe components in numbered ...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal -> Optima -> Parking Brakes -> Rio & Spectra -> Sedona
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS

Brake Pedal

Rio & Spectra
  • On Rio models, distance from top center of brake pedal to floor mat should be 6.69-6.93 inches.
  • On 2003-04 Spectra models, distance from top center of brake pedal to floor mat should be 7.60-7.72 inches.
  • On 2005 Spectra models, distance from top center of brake pedal to floor mat should be 7.24 inches.
  • On all models, disconnect brake pedal switch electrical connector (E), Fig. .
  • Loosen locknuts (B) and turn switch (A) until it does not contact pedal.
  • Loosen locknuts (D) and turn rod (C) to adjust height of brake pedal.
  • Tighten brake pedal switch until plunger is co...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> 2003-04 -> 2005 -> Amanti -> Master Cylinder -> Optima & Sportage -> Rio -> Sedona -> Sorento -> Spectra
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra SX 2.0 L4 GAS

Hydraulic brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets on painted surface, wipe clean immediately.

Master Cylinder

Amanti
  • Disconnect master cylinder electrical connectors.
  • Clean away dirt and debris from master cylinder brake line fittings.
  • Disconnect master cylinder brake lines using flare nut wrench tool No. 0K130 430 019, or equivalent. Plug open fittings to prevent contamination.
  • Remove master cylinder mounting nuts, then the master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Install master cylinder onto booster unit. Tighten nuts to s...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Disc Brakes -> Caliper Service -> Amanti, Rio, Sedona, Sorento & Spectra -> Assemble -> Disassemble -> Front -> Installation -> Optima -> Rear -> Removal -> Replacement -> Sportage
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra EX 2.0 L4 GAS

Replacement

Amanti, Rio, Sedona, Sorento & Spectra

Remove caliper in numbered sequence, Figs. , , and .

Optima
Front
Removal
  • Remove wheel/tire assembly.
  • Remove brake hose from caliper.
  • Remove caliper assembly by removing the torque plate.
Disassemble
  • Loosen attaching bolts and separate caliper.
  • Remove boot ring, using screwdriver.
  • Remove piston boot, Fig. .
  • Remove piston by applying compressed air through brake hose fitting hose. Keep fingers clear of front of piston.
  • Remove piston seal. Use caution not to damage the cylinder walls.
  • Apply suitable brake fluid to the cylinder walls.
Assemble
  • Cle...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Drum Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra EX 2.0 L4 GAS

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2005 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2005 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Drum Brakes -> Tightening Specifications
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS

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