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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

Air Bag System Precautions -> Kia -> Disarming
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Prior to disconnecting any air bag/Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) connectors or servicing any components located near an air bag/SRS connector, the air bag system must be disarmed with the following procedure:

  • Place ignitio...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

  • Ensure brake fluid reservoir remains at least 3/4 full during entire bleed procedure.
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove bleeder cap at bleeder screw farthest from master cylinder and attach a vinyl hose to bleeder screw.
  • Place other end of tube in a clear container filled with fresh brake flui...

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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR 2001 KIA Sephia AUTOMOBILES

Kia -> Fuel Filter Replacement -> 1998-03 Sephia, Spectra w/4 cylinder engine and 1999-02 Sportage -> Fuel System Pressure Relief -> Removal & Installation
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Do not smoke or allow an open flame of any type when working on or near any fuel system related components. The highly flammable vapor mixtures may ignite, resulting in serious personal injury.

Prior to disconnecting fuel lines, the fuel system pressure must be relieved to prevent accidental spray of fuel.

After the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal driveability symptoms may occur.

Fuel System Pressure Relief

  • Start the engine and allow to idle.
  • Disconnect the fuel pump assembly electrical connector.
  • Let the en...

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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 -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

The MIL will be illuminated when the ignition switch is in the On position and the engine is not running. When the engine is started, the lamp should go off. If it remains lit, a diagnostic trouble code has been stored.On models less OBD II, after diagnosis and repair are complete, place ignition switch in off position, then clear stored diagnostic trouble codes by disconnecting the battery ground cable for at least 20 seconds. On models equipped with OBD II, following diagnosis and repair of the system, the lamp may be turned off using a suita...

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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+.

Suspension Components Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia  1.8 L4 GASSuspension Components Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

Components on diagram:
  • Lower Control Arm
  • Tie Rod End
  • Front Stabilizer
  • Front Strut
  • Mounting Block
  • Shock Absorbers Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia  1.8 L4 GASShock Absorbers Diagram for 2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS

    Components on diagram:
  • Shock Absorber Assembly
  • Flange Nut
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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:
  • Data Link Connector
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Passenger's Air Bag
  • Air Bag Control Unit
  • 2001 KIA Sephia  1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram2001 KIA Sephia 1.8 L4 GAS Wiring Diagram

    Components on diagram:
  • Battery
  • Ignition Switch
  • Power Mirror Switch
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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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