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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Drum Brakes -> Adjustments -> Brake Pedal -> Optima -> Parking Brakes -> Rio & Spectra -> Sedona
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Brake Pedal

Rio & Spectra
  • On Rio models, distance from top center of brake pedal to floor mat should be 6.69-6.93 inches.
  • On 2003-04 Spectra models, distance from top center of brake pedal to floor mat should be 7.60-7.72 inches.
  • On 2005 Spectra models, distance from top center of brake pedal to floor mat should be 7.24 inches.
  • On all models, disconnect brake pedal switch electrical connector (E), Fig. .
  • Loosen locknuts (B) and turn switch (A) until it does not contact pedal.
  • Loosen locknuts (D) and turn rod (C) to adjust height of brake pedal.
  • Tighten brake pedal switch until plunger is co...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Brake System Bleed
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 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 fluid.
  • Find an assistant to pump brake pedal se...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Power Brake Units -> Power Brake Unit Service -> Amanti, Rio, Sedona, Sorento & Spectra -> Optima & Sportage -> Replacement
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Replacement

Amanti, Rio, Sedona, Sorento & Spectra
  • Remove master cylinder as outlined under .
  • Remove power brake unit in numbered sequence, Fig. .
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Inspect all components for brake fluid leakage. Replace as required.
    • Lubricate clevis pin with suitable white lithium grease.
    • Tighten all bolt...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Hydraulic Brake Systems -> Component Replacement -> 2003-04 -> 2005 -> Amanti -> Master Cylinder -> Optima & Sportage -> Rio -> Sedona -> Sorento -> Spectra
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

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

Master Cylinder

Amanti
  • Disconnect master cylinder electrical connectors.
  • Clean away dirt and debris from master cylinder brake line fittings.
  • Disconnect master cylinder brake lines using flare nut wrench tool No. 0K130 430 019, or equivalent. Plug open fittings to prevent contamination.
  • Remove master cylinder mounting nuts, then the master cylinder from vehicle.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Install master cylinder onto booster unit. Tighten nuts to s...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Disc Brakes -> Brake Pad Service -> Amanti & Sorento -> Front -> Inspection -> Optima -> Rear -> Replacement -> Rio -> Sedona -> Spectra -> Sportage
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Replacement

Front
Amanti & Sorento
  • Remove front disc brakes components, Fig. .
  • Reverse procedure to install. Tighten bolts and wheel lug nuts to specifications.
Rio
  • Remove front disc brakes components, Fig. .
  • Reverse procedure to install. Tighten bolts and wheel lug nuts to specifications.
Sedona
  • Raise and support vehicle.
  • Remove tire and wheel.
  • Remove caliper mounting bolts, then position caliper aside using suitable wire or rope.
  • Remove pads from caliper.
  • Reverse procedure to install, noting the following:
    • Use brake expander tool No. 0K130 430 017, or equivalent, when inserting new pads.
    • B...

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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR 2003 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES

Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported 2003 KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.

Kia -> Disc Brakes -> Rotor, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS

Replace r...

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