Engine Systems:
Engine mechanical, lubrication, cooling, fuel, ignition, emissions control, engine management (ECU), starting and charging
Transmission Systems:
Manual Transmission (MT) and Automatic Transmission (AT) repair, clutch, torque converter, hydraulic control, electronic control unit (TCU)
Drivetrain Systems:
Front-wheel drive (FWD) and All-wheel drive (AWD) systems, driveshafts, constant velocity (CV) joints, differentials, transfer case (AWD)
Suspension Systems:
Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, struts, springs, control arms, bushings, alignment specifications
Steering Systems:
Power steering system, steering rack, tie rods, steering column, hydraulic pump, electric power steering (EPS) components (if applicable)
Brake Systems:
Front and rear brakes, disc brakes, anti-lock braking system (ABS), electronic brake-force distribution (EBD), brake fluid specifications
Electrical Systems:
Battery, alternator, starter motor, lighting, wipers, horn, power windows, power locks, instrument cluster, fuses and relays
HVAC Systems:
Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system components, refrigerant, compressor, evaporator, condenser, climate control
Body And Trim:
Body panels, doors, hood, tailgate, bumpers, interior trim, seat adjustments, glass and mirrors
Safety Systems:
Airbag system, seat belts, child restraint systems (ISOFIX), tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Diagnostic Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), symptom-based troubleshooting charts, flowcharts, diagnostic tool usage (e.g., OBD-II)
Maintenance Procedures:
Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, spark plug replacement, belt inspection and replacement, tire rotation and balancing
Repair Procedures:
Engine component replacement (e.g., alternator, starter, water pump), transmission rebuild, brake caliper replacement, suspension component renewal, exhaust system repair
Diagnostic Procedures:
Testing of electrical circuits, fuel pressure tests, compression tests, sensor diagnostics, actuator tests
Adjustment Procedures:
Wheel alignment, parking brake adjustment, headlight aiming
Recalibration Procedures:
Throttle body relearn, ABS sensor calibration (if applicable)
Depth Of Information:
Detailed step-by-step instructions, torque specifications, wiring diagrams, diagnostic flowcharts, component identification, exploded views
Transmission Type V6:
5-speed Automatic Transmission (5-Speed AT)
Transmission Type I4:
5-speed Manual Transmission (5-Speed MT) / 4-speed Automatic Transmission (4-Speed AT) - availability varies by market/trim
Shiftronic:
Available on some automatic transmissions (manual mode)
Automatic Transmission Fluid Type:
Kia Genuine ATF SP-III or equivalent
Manual Transmission Fluid Type:
Kia Genuine Gear Oil GL-4 SAE 75W-85 or API GL-4, SAE 75W-90
Automatic Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Approx. 8.7 liters (9.2 US quarts) for full refill
Manual Transmission Fluid Capacity:
Approx. 2.2 liters (2.3 US quarts)
NHTSA Front Impact Driver:
★★★★★ (5-Star)
NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:
★★★★★ (5-Star)
NHTSA Side Impact Front Seat:
★★★★★ (5-Star)
NHTSA Side Impact Rear Seat:
★★★★☆ (4-Star)
IIHS Front Crash Test:
Good
IIHS Side Crash Test:
Good
IIHS Rear Crash Protection:
Good
ABS:
Standard (4-wheel disc with ABS)
Traction Control:
Standard
Electronic Stability Control:
Standard
Airbags Front:
Dual front advanced airbags
Airbags Side:
Front side-impact airbags
Airbags Curtain:
Full-length side curtain airbags (front and second row)
Seat Belts:
3-point active seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for CHildren) system
Oil Change Interval Synthetic:
7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first
Oil Change Interval Conventional:
3,750 miles (6,000 km) or 6 months if driven under severe conditions
Air Filter Replacement:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months
Spark Plug Replacement I4:
100,000 miles (160,000 km) (Iridium type)
Spark Plug Replacement V6:
100,000 miles (160,000 km) (Iridium type)
Coolant Replacement:
100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 5 years
Timing Belt Replacement:
Not applicable (engines use timing chains)
Engine Oil Type V6:
SAE 5W-20 (API SM or ILSAC GF-4 certified)
Engine Oil Capacity V6:
5.5 liters (5.8 US quarts) with filter change
Engine Oil Type I4:
SAE 5W-20 (API SM or ILSAC GF-4 certified)
Engine Oil Capacity I4:
4.5 liters (4.8 US quarts) with filter change
Coolant Type:
Hyundai/Kia Long Life Coolant (Green) - Ethylene Glycol based
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4
Common Problems:
CV joint wear, front suspension component wear (bushings, ball joints), potential for AC compressor issues, oil consumption in some V6 engines at higher mileage
Diagnostic Challenges:
Electrical gremlins, intermittent sensor failures, specific transmission shift quality concerns requiring software updates or component checks.