🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Kia

Model:

Sephia

Year:

2002

Generation:

Second Generation (GD)

Chassis Code:

GFA

👋 Introduction

Target Audience:

Kia Sephia 2002 owners, DIY enthusiasts, professional mechanics

Authenticity:

Actual Genuine Factory Service Manual (Not 3rd party)

Delivery Method:

Instant Download (after payment)

Cost Savings:

Potential savings of $50-$60 per hour on labor costs

Search Functionality:

Yes (Searchable PDF for quick information retrieval)

Illustration Quality:

Detailed illustrations, drawings, and photos

Instruction Format:

Numbered instructions, detailed substeps, notes, cautions, warnings

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Kia Sephia 2002 (All Styles)

Estimated Pages:

Hundreds (exact count not specified, but described as comprehensive)

Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service:

Yes (Service/Repair)

Transmission Service:

Yes (Service/Repair)

Brake System:

Yes

Electrical System:

Yes (Wiring Diagrams Included)

Suspension:

Yes

Steering:

Yes

Cooling System:

Yes

Fuel System:

Yes (Fuel Injection)

Emission System:

Yes

HVAC System:

Yes (Heater/Air Conditioning)

Engine Control System:

Yes

Chassis Body:

Yes

Restraint System:

Yes

Interior Systems:

Yes

Drivetrain:

Yes (Differential/Drive, Axle)

Maintenance:

Yes (General Maintenance, Periodic Lubrication)

Troubleshooting:

Yes (Advanced Troubleshooting Guide)

Repair Procedures:

Yes (Step-by-step, detailed)

Diagnostics:

Yes (All diagnostic procedures)

Depth:

Comprehensive Factory Level (Covers same info as professional technicians)

📊 Manual Specifications

File Type:

PDF

Compatibility:

Windows, Mac

Printability:

Yes, without restriction (entire manual or specific pages)

Resolution:

High Resolution

Binding:

N/A (Digital Download)

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital Download)

Reader:

Adobe PDF Reader

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type Common:

1.6L DOHC Inline-4 (T8D)

Engine Type Alternative:

1.8L DOHC Inline-4 (T8C)

Horsepower 1.6L:

Approx. 105-110 hp

Torque 1.6L:

Approx. 108-112 lb-ft

Horsepower 1.8L:

Approx. 122-126 hp

Torque 1.8L:

Approx. 128-132 lb-ft

Fuel Delivery:

Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)

ECM:

Engine Control Module (details covered in manual)

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type Std:

5-speed Manual

Transmission Type Opt:

4-speed Automatic

Automatic Control:

Electronically controlled automatic transmission (details covered)

📐 Dimensions

Body Styles:

4-door Sedan, 5-door Hatchback (Sport)

Curb Weight Range:

Approx. 2500 - 2700 lbs (depending on configuration)

🛡️ Safety Features

Airbags:

Driver and Passenger Airbags (covered in manual)

Seatbelts:

3-point front and rear seatbelts

ABS:

Optional Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) - coverage likely included

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Factory AM/FM/CD or Cassette Player (details on removal/installation may be in manual)

Cruise Control:

Available on higher trims (operation and troubleshooting covered)

Wiring Diagrams:

Extensive wiring diagrams included for all electrical systems.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Typically 5,000-7,500 miles or 6 months (refer to manual for specific recommendations)

Timing Belt Interval:

Critical item, often recommended at 60,000-90,000 miles or 5-7 years (manual will have exact specification)

Engine Oil Type Common:

API SJ or higher, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-30 (refer to manual for precise viscosity and specification)

Coolant Type:

Ethylene glycol based coolant, compatible with Kia specifications (manual to detail)

Transmission Fluid Auto:

Dexron III or equivalent automatic transmission fluid (refer to manual for exact specification)

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 (refer to manual for precise specification)

Common Issues Mention:

Manual addresses common issues and troubleshooting, potentially including intermittent electrical problems, coolant leaks, or minor engine performance issues.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand:

Kia Motors Corporation

Second Gen Intro:

Introduced in 1997 (Model Year 1998), with facelift and updates for subsequent years including 2002.

Production Period:

1997-2001 (Globally, often marketed into 2002 in some regions before being replaced by Spectra/Cerato)

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Award History:

The Kia Sephia, as part of Kia's broader product line, aimed to offer value in its segment. Specific major awards for the 2002 model are not widely publicized, but it contributed to Kia's market growth.