Target Audience:
DIY mechanics, professional technicians, Kia Avella owners
Advantage:
Comprehensive coverage for a wide range of model years, direct factory information access
Value Proposition:
Cost savings on repairs, empowerment for owners to maintain their vehicles
Format Benefit:
Digital format allows for easy printing of specific sections, avoiding damage to the original manual
Years Covered:
1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004
Models Covered:
All Models
Engine Variants Covered:
All Engine Types
Trim Levels Covered:
All Trim Types
Transmission Types Covered:
All Transmission Types
Estimated Page Count:
Hundreds of pages (as per product description)
Type:
Workshop Repair Service Manual
Source:
Original Manufacturer (Kia)
Engine Service Repair:
Detailed Engine Service and Repair Procedures
Transmission Service Repair:
Detailed Transmission Service and Repair Procedures
Brake System:
Comprehensive Brake System Service and Repair
Electrical System:
In-depth Electrical System Diagnostics and Repair
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed Wiring Diagrams for all Systems
Suspension:
Suspension System Service and Repair
Steering:
Steering System Service and Repair
Cooling System:
Cooling System Maintenance and Repair
Fuel System:
Fuel Injection and Fuel System Service
Emission System:
Emission Control System Information and Service
HVAC:
Heater and Air Conditioning System Service
Engine Control System:
Engine Control Module (ECM) and System Diagnostics
Chassis Body:
Chassis and Body Repair and Maintenance
Restraint System:
Restraint System (Airbags, Seatbelts) Service
Interior:
Interior Component Service and Trim
Differential Drive:
Differential and Drive System Service
Axle:
Axle and Drive Shaft Service
General Maintenance:
Routine Maintenance Procedures and Schedules
Troubleshooting:
Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guides for Common Issues
Periodic Lubrication:
Detailed Lubrication Specifications and Intervals
Disassembly Assembly:
Step-by-step Disassembly and Reassembly Procedures
Cleaning Reinstallation:
Component Cleaning and Reinstallation Guidelines
Diagnostic Procedures:
In-depth Diagnostic Procedures for all Systems
Depth:
Professional Level Repair and Maintenance
Detail Level:
Detailed substeps, critical notes, cautions, and warnings
Visual Aids:
Detailed illustrations, drawings, photos, and enlarged insets
Usability:
Numbered instructions, bold figure numbers, numbered table of contents
Engine Options:
Likely 1.3L (B3) and 1.5L (B5) inline-four engines, shared with Mazda models. Specific details would be in the manual.
Horsepower Range:
Estimated 70-90 HP depending on engine and market, precise figures in manual.
Torque Range:
Estimated 80-100 lb-ft depending on engine, precise figures in manual.
Fuel Delivery:
Likely Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) or Carbureted in earlier models, confirmed in manual.
Timing Belt Interval:
Typically 60,000-80,000 miles or 5-7 years, specific interval in manual.
Features:
Basic audio systems (AM/FM radio, cassette player), likely no advanced infotainment features as per the era.
Features:
Limited to basic safety features like seatbelts and potentially ABS on higher trims in later years.
Features:
No modern connectivity features like Bluetooth or USB.
Oil Change Interval:
Typically 3,000-5,000 miles or 6 months, specific recommendation in manual.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Varies by spark plug type, likely around 30,000-60,000 miles, detailed in manual.
Engine Oil Type:
Likely 5W-30 or 10W-30 API SN/SP or equivalent, confirmed in manual.
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol-based coolant, specific mixture ratio and type in manual.
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4 brake fluid, detailed in manual.
Common Problems:
Potential for CV joint wear, suspension component fatigue, ignition system issues, and minor electrical gremlins over time. The manual will detail diagnosis and repair for these.
Kia Context:
Kia's early foray into global markets, often utilizing licensed technology or platforms from established manufacturers like Mazda.
Platform Sharing:
The Kia Avella was a rebadged version of the Mazda Familia/323 (BG) model, manufactured under license.
Production Years:
1990-2004 (as indicated by the manual's coverage)
Manufacturing Locations:
Primarily South Korea, with potential assembly in other regions depending on market.
