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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks from 1990+

Kia -> Manual A/C & Heater System Diagnosis & Testing -> Component & Circuit Tests -> A/C & Condenser Fan Relays -> A/C & Heater Control Switch -> A/C Dual Pressure Switch -> Amanti, Optima, Rio, Sorento & Spectra -> Blower Motor -> Blower Relay -> Blower Resistor -> Blower Speed Controller -> Blower Switch -> Compressor Clutch -> FRESH/RECIRC Button -> Fresh/Recirculation Actuator & Switch -> Front -> Mix Actuator -> Mode Actuator -> Mode Control Switch -> Optima -> Optima & Sorento -> Optima & Spectra -> Optima, Sorento & Spectra -> Power Transistor -> Rear -> Rio -> Sedona -> Spectra -> Thermostatic Switch
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Sorento 3.5 V6 GAS

A/C & Condenser Fan Relays

Amanti, Optima, Rio, Sorento & Spectra
  • Remove A/C or condenser fan relay.
  • Inspect for continuity between relay terminals as indicated, Fig. . If continuity is as specified, proceed to next step. If continuity is not as specified, replace relay.
  • Apply battery voltage to relay, then compare continuity between relay terminals as indicated, Fig. . If continuity is as specified, relay is satisfactory. If continuity is not as specified, replace relay.
Sedona
  • Disconnect A/C relay connector.
  • ...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.

Kia -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Sorento -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Sorento 3.5 V6 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 60 months or 60,000 m...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks from 1990+.

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2008 KIA Sorento EX 3.8 V6 GAS

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove split pin and castle nut.
  • Remove upper control arm link lock bolt and spring washer and nut.
  • Remove tie rod end cotter pin and separate tie rod end from knuckle using suitable tool.
  • Remove tie rod end from steering knuckle.
  • Mark driveshaft to identify location during installation.
  • Pry driveshaft ...

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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.

Description
Vehicle: 2009 KIA Sorento EX 3.8 V6 GAS

The TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitor System) alerts the driver when a large change in the pressure of one tire exists. The system detects a tire pres...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Sorento LX 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Mark alternator drive belt running direction using suitable felt pen or chalk, then remove belt.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connectors.
  • Remove alternator mounting bolts, nuts and spacers, then the alternator.
  • Reverse procedure to install...

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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.

Cabin Air Filter Service -> Kia -> 2007-09 Sorento
Vehicle: 2008 KIA Sorento LX 3.3 V6 GAS

Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 9,320 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.

  • Open the glove compartment door.
  • Lower the glove compartment completely by removing the stopper, Fig. .
  • Remove ...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Kia -> 4WD System Warning & 4WD Low indicator Lamps -> 2003-09 Sorento
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Sorento LX 3.5 V6 GAS

If the 4WD system warning lamp blinks or the 4WD warning lamp and 4WD Low indicator lamp illuminate at the same time, a malfunction in the 4WD syste...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks from 1990+

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2006 KIA Sorento LX 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Disconnect ground cable from battery terminal.
  • Disconnect fan motor connector.
  • Loosen radiator drain plug to drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Disconnect upper and lower hoses and overflow tube after marking radiator hose and hose clamp ease reassembly. Cover or plug hose and inlets of radiator so that dust and other foreign...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Sorento EX 3.5 V6 GAS

  • Remove engine cover.
  • Rotate or lift belt tensioner arm clockwise, using a suitable 16mm wrench to relie...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 KIA Sorento LX 3.8 V6 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2007 KIA Sorento LX 3.8 V6 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Ignition Coil
  • Fuel Injector
  • Engine Compartment Diagram for 2007 KIA Sorento LX 3.8 V6 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2007 KIA Sorento LX 3.8 V6 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • OTS
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2003 KIA Sorento  3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2003 KIA Sorento 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Left Power Seat
  • Right Seat Warmer Switch
  • Left Seat Warmer
  • 2006 KIA Sorento LX 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram2006 KIA Sorento LX 3.5 V6 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Rear Wiper And Washer Switch
  • Rear Wiper Control Unit
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: TPMS EQUIPPED TIRE AND RIM ASSEMBLY / DISASSEMBLY
    Vehicle: 2005 KIA Sorento EX 3.5 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Wheels, Tires, Wheel Bearings, Seals, Hubs
  • Document: KIA REMANUFACTURED ENGINE PROGRAM
    Vehicle: 2009 KIA Sorento LX 3.3 V6 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Gasoline Engines
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIA Sorento AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most KIA Sorento cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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