🏷️ Basic Information

Make:

Kia

Model:

Amanti

Year:

2004

Platform Code:

VG

👋 Introduction

Positioning:

Full-size luxury sedan targeting owners seeking detailed DIY repair and maintenance capabilities, aiming to save on dealership labor costs.

Competition:

Competes with other factory service manuals for luxury sedans of the era, offering a genuine OEM resource for accurate and complete repair information.

Manual Features:

Actual genuine factory manuals, step-by-step instructions, hundreds of pages, all styles covered, illustrations, diagrams, specifications, advanced troubleshooting.

User Benefit Maintenance:

Enables owners to perform all servicing themselves, saving significant labor costs.

User Benefit Diagnostics:

Facilitates easy diagnosis and repair of electrical and mechanical issues.

📋 Manual Details

Primary Coverage:

Complete factory service and repair

Styles Covered:

All styles covered.

Estimated Pages:

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

Type:

Factory Service Repair Manual

Authenticity:

Actual Genuine Repair Service Factory Manuals (not 3rd party).

Language:

English

Format:

PDF Download

Delivery Method:

Download link provided after payment completion.

Software Requirement:

Adobe PDF Reader.

📖 Manual Coverage

Engine Service Repair:

Full

Transmission Service Repair:

Full

Brake System:

Comprehensive

Wiring Diagram:

Included

Electrical System:

Detailed

Suspension:

Full

Periodic Lubrication:

Included

Steering:

Full

Cooling System:

Full

Fuel Injection Fuel System:

Comprehensive

Emission System:

Full

Heater Air Conditioning:

Full

Engine Control System:

Detailed

Chassis Body:

Comprehensive

Restraint System:

Full

Interior:

Comprehensive

Differential Drive:

Full

Axle:

Full

Engine Control System Details:

Covers ECU functions, sensors, actuators, and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

Body And Chassis:

Includes body panel removal/installation, frame components, and structural repairs.

General Maintenance:

Included

Troubleshooting:

Advanced guide included

Diagnostic Procedures:

Included, with detailed troubleshooting guides for all systems.

Repair Procedures:

Step-by-step instructions for virtually all repair scenarios.

Tune Up Procedures:

Included for engine maintenance.

Depth:

Factory trained technician level, covering fundamentals to complete repair, rebuild, refurbish, and restoration.

Illustrations:

Abundant, including detailed drawings, photos, and enlarged insets.

Data Tables:

Includes specifications for all components and systems.

Troubleshooting Guide:

Advanced guide to diagnose and correct problems.

📊 Manual Specifications

Format:

PDF

Printability:

Printable without restriction (individual pages or entire manual)

Binding:

N/A (Digital Download)

Paper Type:

N/A (Digital Download)

⚙️ Engine Specifications

Engine Type:

V6, DOHC, 24-valve

Engine Code:

G6CU (Sigma engine family)

Displacement:

3.5 Liters (3497 cc)

Bore X Stroke:

93.0 mm x 82.7 mm

Compression Ratio:

9.9:1

Horsepower Net SAE:

198 hp @ 5500 rpm (approximate, refer to manual for exact spec)

Torque Net SAE:

217 lb-ft @ 3000 rpm (approximate, refer to manual for exact spec)

Fuel Delivery:

Electronic Fuel Injection (MPI)

Fuel Type:

87 Octane Unleaded Gasoline (minimum)

ECU:

Engine Control Unit (ECU) with OBD-II diagnostics

🔧 Transmission

Transmission Type:

5-speed Automatic

Optional Transmission:

N/A (only automatic was offered for this model year)

Transmission Features:

Electronically controlled with overdrive, driver adaptive learning capabilities.

Transmission Fluid Type:

SP-III (Refer to manual for exact specification and capacity)

📐 Dimensions

Wheelbase:

2830 mm (111.4 in)

Length:

4965 mm (195.5 in)

Width:

1870 mm (73.6 in)

Height:

1470 mm (57.9 in)

Curb Weight:

1670 kg (3682 lbs) (approximate, varies by trim)

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating:

2230 kg (4916 lbs) (approximate)

Trunk Capacity:

430 Liters (15.2 cu ft) (approximate)

🛡️ Safety Features

NHTSA Front Impact Driver:

5-Star (refer to manual for specific NHTSA report if available)

NHTSA Front Impact Passenger:

5-Star (refer to manual for specific NHTSA report if available)

ABS:

Standard Anti-lock Braking System

Traction Control:

Standard Traction Control System (TCS)

Airbags Front:

Dual front advanced airbags

Airbags Side:

Front side-impact airbags

Seatbelts:

Pretensioner seatbelts with load limiters

Child Anchors:

LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system

💡 Technology Features

Audio System:

Standard AM/FM/CD audio system, optional Infinity premium audio system with subwoofer.

Navigation:

Optional GPS navigation system.

Cruise Control:

Standard electronic cruise control.

Parking Sensors:

Optional rear parking assist sensors.

Aux Input:

May be present depending on audio system, but not a standard feature across all trims for this year.

🔧 Maintenance

Oil Change Interval:

Every 7,500 miles or 6 months, whichever comes first (refer to manual for exact interval and oil type).

Engine Air Filter Replacement:

Every 15,000 miles or 12 months (refer to manual for specific interval).

Cabin Air Filter Replacement:

Every 15,000 miles or 12 months (refer to manual for specific interval).

Spark Plug Replacement:

Every 100,000 miles (refer to manual for specific type and gap).

Engine Oil Type:

SAE 5W-30 Synthetic (API SM or higher, ILSAC GF-4 or higher) (Refer to manual for exact specification and capacity).

Coolant Type:

Ethylene Glycol based, long-life coolant (Pink) (Refer to manual for exact specification and capacity).

Brake Fluid Type:

DOT 3 or DOT 4 (Refer to manual for exact specification).

Common Complaints:

Occasional reports of HVAC system issues (blend door actuators, blower motor), minor electrical gremlins, and potentially some transmission solenoid issues. Refer to the manual's troubleshooting section for detailed diagnostics.

📚 Vehicle History

Brand Origin:

South Korea

Model Debut:

The Kia Amanti was introduced for the 2004 model year, serving as Kia's flagship luxury sedan.

Model Lineage:

Based on the Hyundai Grandeur XG platform, it represented Kia's push into the premium sedan segment.

Manufacturing Location:

South Korea

Production Years:

2004-2006

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Awards:

No widely publicized major awards for the 2004 Kia Amanti are readily available. Focus was on establishing a luxury presence.