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2001 KIA Sephia CAR/TRUCK REPAIR PROCEDURES AND DIAGRAMS - WHAT KIA REPAIR SHOPS DON'T WANT YOU TO KNOW

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A/C & HEATER SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Import Compressor Service -> Sanden Compressor -> Compressor Clutch Service -> Except Honda -> Honda -> Inspection -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Inspection

  • Rotate compressor pulley by hand and check for excess bearing play and drag. Replace pulley as required.
  • Apply 8 volts to the field coil and check that the armature is drawn by the rotor pulley.
  • Measure clearance between pulley and armature. If the clearance is not .013-.026 inch for Honda models or .016-.031 for other models, the armature should be removed and correct number of shims should be installed.

Replacement

Honda
  • Install suitable armature holder on armature with three lugs on the holder aligne...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> Master Cylinder -> Rio -> Sedona -> Sephia & Spectra -> Sportage
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Hydraulic brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. If fluid gets on painted surface, wipe clean immediately.

Master Cylinder

Rio
  • Remove master cylinder in numbered sequence, Fig. , noting the following:
    • Disconnect brake lines from master cylinder and ABS control unit using flare nut wrench tool No. OK130 430 019, or equivalent.
    • Plug all open lines and ports to prevent entry of dirt or debris.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Place adjustment gauge tool No. OK370 430 018, or equivalent, onto master cylinder, Fig. .
    • Apply 19.7 inches of vacuum to booster unit usi...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Kia -> Fuel Filter Scheduled Maintenance -> Optima, Rio, Sephia & Spectra -> Normal Service -> Severe Service
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Normal Service

Replace every 60 months ...

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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace -> Front
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Front

  • Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
  • Remove drain plug and drain transaxle fluid into suitable container.
  • Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
  • Remove driveshaft cotter pin, castle nut and washer from front hub.
  • Disconnect tie rod end ball joint from steering knuckle using suitable tool.Do not damage dust cover or oil seal.
  • Loosen and remove bolt from knuckle and disconnect ball joint from knuc...

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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Disconnect battery ground cable.
  • Disconnect alternator electrical connectors and B+ terminal wire.
  • Loosen alternator pivot bolt and remove drive belt.
  • Remove alternato...

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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Kia -> Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD)/Parking Brake Warning Lamp ->
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

The EBD/Parking Brake warning lamp is used to warn of a system fault. It will be lit during engine start-up, but should go out when the self-diagnostic system determines that the system is functioning properly. The lamp will also illuminate when the parking brake is in the applied position. If the lamp EBD/Pa...

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RADIATOR & HOSE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Drain coolant into a suitable container.
  • Remove air cleaner duct as required.
  • Disconnect radiator upper hose.
  • Disconnect cooling fan electrical connectors.
  • Disconnect coolant reservoir hose.
  • Remove radiator mounting brackets.
  • On models equipped with au...

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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Air Conditioning and Power Steering -> Alternator and Water Pump
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Alternator and Water Pump

  • Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
  • Loosen alternator upper lock bolt.
  • Loosen lower mounting nut.
  • Push alternator inward toward engine.
  • Remove alternator drive belt.
  • Clean and inspect belt surfaces of all pulleys.
  • Reverse procedure to install.

Air Condition...

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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Component location diagrams for most 2001 KIA Sephia cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.

Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia  1.8 L4 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Generator
  • Drive Belt
  • Engine Compartment Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia  1.8 L4 GASEngine Compartment Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Idle Air Control Valve
  • Throttle Body
  • Air Cleaner Assembly
  • Dynamic Chamber
  • Resonance Chamber
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    WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

    OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most 2001 KIA Sephia cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.

    2001 KIA Sephia  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Cooling Fan Relay
  • Power Window Relay
  • Blower Relay
  • Condenser Fan Relay
  • 2001 KIA Sephia  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Blower Relay
  • Blower Switch
  • Blower Motor
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    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

    OEM TSB listings for most 2001 KIA Sephia cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.

    Document: Enhanced Dealer Feedback and Digital Camera Requirements to Support Kia Quality Initiatives
    Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Labor Times, Manuals, Warranty, Aids
  • Document: NEW SST RELEASE AND RETURN OF THE BLACK BREAK OUT BOX MAIN CABLE
    Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

    Auto Systems:
  • Tools, Equipment
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    COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

    BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most 2001 KIA Sephia cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1970+.

    • Brake caliper mounting bolt torque
    • Brake drum runout, machining, & discard specs
    • Minimum brake lining thickness.
    • Brake rotor runout, parallelism, machining, discard, & finish specs

    A/C SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS: Air conditioning refrigerant capacity and type as well as lubricant capacity for most 2001 KIA Sephia cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+.

    • Refrigerant capacity & type, compressor oil viscosity, total system oil capacity & compressor clutch gap

    COOLING SYSTEM BLEED: Cooling system bleeder valve identification, bleeder type and bleed procedures for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1986+.

    PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE: Preventive maintenance recommendations and required services for most domestic and imported cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Includes severe and routine service schedules

    QUICK-LUBE and ILLUSTRATIONS: Fluid recommendations, capacities, drain plug torques, tire data, and severe service recommended preventive maintenance schedules. Information covers most 2001 KIA Sephia cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+. Engine and chassis service images.

    • Automatic transmission/transaxles capacities, lubricant recommendations
    • Differential/final drive capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Final drive fill & drain plug torques
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Manual transmission/transaxle capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities
    • Number of lubrication fittings & plugs
    • Power steering, brake, & clutch fluid recommendations
    • Engine oil capacities, API grade recommendations, SAE viscosity recommendations, drain plug torque
    • Severe service maintenance & interval recommendations
    • Tire sizes, wheel nut/bolt torque, pressures & rim sizes
    • Transfer case capacities, lube recommendations, grades, & viscosities

    TUNE-UP & DRIVEABILITY SPECIFICATIONS: Most tune-up specifications for most 2001 KIA Sephia cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. and Canada from 1980+

    • Airflow sensor electrical specifications
    • Tensioning specifications for systems with automatic tensioners
    • Barometric pressure sensor specs
    • Battery group number and cranking performance
    • Crankshaft & camshaft position sensor resistance
    • Engine compression pressures
    • Coolant temperature sensor specs
    • Computer advance.
    • Diesel fuel temperature sensor resistance.
    • Distributor advance specifications
    • Ignition pickup coil resistance
    • Exhaust gas recirculation temperature sensor resistance
    • Engine fastener torque values
    • Firing order diagrams
    • Fuel system pressures
    • Generator (alternator) specs
    • Intake air temperature sensor specs
    • Ignition coil specifications
    • Fuel injector resistance
    • Engine idle speeds
    • Knock sensor resistance
    • Manifold absolute pressure sensor specs
    • Mixture control solenoid resistance
    • Voltage regulator specs
    • Spark plug applications & gaps
    • Starter motor electrical specs.
    • Tensioning specifications for systems without automatic tensioners
    • Throttle body temperature sensor resistance
    • Ignition timing in degrees at rpm
    • Transmission oil temperature sensor resistance
    • Throttle position sensor specs
    • Vacuum sensor valve specs

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