Vehicle Class:
Full-size Luxury Sedan
Target Demographic:
Consumers seeking a comfortable, spacious, and value-oriented luxury sedan
Primary Competitors:
Buick LeSabre/Park Avenue, Toyota Avalon, Ford Crown Victoria/Mercury Grand Marquis, Chevrolet Impala
Value Proposition:
Offers a blend of comfort, space, and features typically found in more expensive luxury sedans at a competitive price point.
Manual Advantage:
Empowers owners and technicians with factory-level knowledge, reducing reliance on expensive dealership services and enabling efficient repairs.
Engine Mechanical:
Engine assembly, disassembly, lubrication, cooling, fuel, exhaust, timing, cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft
Engine Performance:
Engine management, diagnostics, emissions control, power output
Transmission Automatic:
Automatic transmission operation, disassembly, assembly, repair, fluid specifications, diagnostics
Brakes:
Brake system components (discs, pads, calipers, lines), ABS, EBD, parking brake, bleeding procedures
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension components, alignments, shock absorbers, struts, control arms, bushings
Steering:
Power steering system, steering rack, linkages, column, alignment
Electrical System:
Battery, charging system (alternator), starting system (starter), ignition system, lighting, fuses, relays
Body And Chassis:
Body panels, doors, hood, trunk, glass, interior trim, chassis components, structural repair
HVAC:
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning system operation, components, diagnostics, refrigerant handling
Safety Systems:
Airbag system, seatbelts, SRS troubleshooting
Diagnostics And Troubleshooting:
Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), diagnostic procedures, wiring diagrams, component testing
Maintenance:
Scheduled maintenance, oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and changes, tire rotation
Disassembly And Assembly:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for removing and installing components
Repair:
Component-specific repair procedures, including internal rebuilds where applicable
Cleaning And Reinstalling:
Procedures for cleaning parts before reassembly and correct installation methods
Specifications And Tolerances:
Critical torque values, clearances, and dimensional specifications for proper assembly
Troubleshooting Flowcharts:
Systematic approaches to diagnose and resolve common and complex issues
Depth:
Factory-level detail, suitable for advanced diagnostics and component rebuilds
Wiring Diagrams:
Comprehensive electrical schematics for all vehicle systems
Diagnostic Tools:
Information on using diagnostic scan tools and interpreting data
NHTSA Front Impact:
5-Star (Driver & Passenger) - 2005 model year testing
IIHS Small Overlap Front:
Not tested/rated (vehicle generation predates this test's widespread implementation)
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Ebd:
Standard Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD)
Traction Control:
Standard Traction Control System (TCS)
Airbags Front:
Standard Dual Front Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) airbags
Airbags Side:
Standard Front Side-Impact SRS airbags
Airbags Curtain:
Optional Side-Curtain SRS airbags
Seatbelts:
3-point Active-Retracting Seat Belts with pretensioners and load limiters for all seating positions
Oil Change Interval:
Every 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 12 months, whichever comes first (under normal driving conditions).
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
Cabin Air Filter Replacement:
Every 15,000 miles (24,000 km) or 12 months.
Spark Plug Replacement:
Every 90,000 miles (144,000 km) (Iridium type spark plugs).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Every 60,000 miles (96,000 km) or 48 months (under normal driving conditions).
Coolant Replacement:
Every 100,000 miles (160,000 km) or 5 years for the initial change, then every 50,000 miles (80,000 km) or 2 years thereafter.
Power Steering Fluid:
Kia Genuine PSF or equivalent Dexron III
Engine Mounts:
Premature wear and failure of engine mounts leading to vibrations.
Power Window Motors:
Failure of power window regulators and motors.
HVAC Blend Door Actuators:
Malfunctioning blend door actuators causing temperature control issues.
Cv Axle Boots:
Tearing of CV axle boots leading to joint damage.
ABS Wheel Speed Sensors:
Failure of ABS wheel speed sensors leading to ABS warning lights.
Brand Focus:
Kia, a South Korean automaker, has a history of offering vehicles with a strong emphasis on value and features.
Model Introduction:
The Kia Amanti was introduced in North America for the 2004 model year as Kia's flagship luxury sedan.
Platform Sharing:
It was developed in collaboration with General Motors, sharing its underlying platform (modified Epsilon) with the second-generation Buick Park Avenue and Chevrolet Lumina.
Model Facelift:
The Amanti received a significant facelift for the 2007 model year, which also marked the end of its production in North America.
Production Period:
2004-2007 (North American Market)
Manufacturing Location:
South Korea