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KIA Spectra 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 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Air Conditioner and Heater Service Includes module configuration procedures, general service, maintenance, automatic temperature control, compressor services, electric cooling fans, vacuum diagrams, specifications, and manual air conditioning and heater diagnostics and replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+
Kia -> Component Replacement & Adjustment -> Cooling System Bleed
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 1.8 L4 GAS
- Fill cooling system with proper amount and mixture of ethylene glycol based coolant.
- Run engine with radiator cap removed until upper radiator hose is hot. ...
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BRAKE SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Includes anti-lock brakes, disc, drum, power and hydraulic brake services diagnostics and procedures for domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Kia -> Drum Brakes -> Inspection
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS
- Measure brake drum diameter. Ensure maximum diameter is within specifications.
- Inspect for scratches or...
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FUEL FILTER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Fuel filter replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. for 1980+.
Kia -> Component Locations -> Optima w/2.7L Engine, Spectra w/2.0L Engine & Amanti, Sedona & Sorento
Vehicle: 2006 KIA Spectra EX 2.0 L4 GAS
The...
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DRIVELINE, U-JOINT & CV AXLES REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Includes CV axle, universal joint, and driveline replacement, for domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.
CV AXLE SHAFT, Replace
Vehicle: 2009 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS
- Raise and support vehicle and support it with safety stands in proper locations.
- Remove wheel nuts and front wheels.
- Remove drain plug and drain transaxle fluid in suitable container.
- Remove driveshaft cotter pin, castle nut and washer from front hub.
- Disconnect tie rod end ball joint from steering knuckle using suitable tool.
- Remove bolts securing wheel speed sensor from steering knuckle.
- Disconnect strut upper mounting bolts.
- Tap on driveshaft front hub assembly using plastic hammer.
- Push front hub assembly outward and separate driveshaft from hub assembly.
- Insert suitable tool ...
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Description, component locations, reset procedures, relearn procedures, diagnosis and testing, wiring diagrams, component replacement, and identification of vehicles equipped and not equipped with tire pressure monitoring system for most domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from mid 1990's+.
Reset Procedures
Vehicle: 2007 KIA Spectra EX 2.0 L4 GAS
The Low Tire Pressure Warning lamp will illuminate for approximately three seconds as a bulb check when the ignition switch is placed in the On position. This system uses radio frequency pressure sensors which mon...
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STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Includes starter and alternator replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+.
Alternator, Replace
Vehicle: 2003 KIA Spectra 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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CABIN AIR FILTER LOCATIONS & REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Cabin air filter locations and replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. as equipped to the current model year.
Cabin Air Filter Service -> Kia -> 2004-09 Spectra & Spectra5 w/2.0L Engine
Vehicle: 2008 KIA Spectra SX 2.0 L4 GAS
Under normal operating conditions the cabin air filter should be replaced every 9,320 miles. In dusty areas change the cabin air filter more often.
- Open glove compartment to lower glove compartment down completely by re...
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MAINTENANCE LAMP RESET PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Maintenance lamp reset procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Kia -> Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ->
Vehicle: 2008 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 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 KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Includes radiator, cooling and heater hose replacement procedures for domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks from 1990+
Radiator, Replace
Vehicle: 2005 KIA Spectra EX 2.0 L4 GAS
- Remove undercover, then drain coolant into suitable container.
- Remove upper and lower radiator hoses, then disconnect coolant reservoir tank ...
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SERPENTINE BELT SERVICE PROCEDURES FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Serpentine belt replacement procedures with corresponding images for most domestic and imported KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
Serpentine Drive Belt, Replace -> Air Conditioning -> Alternator -> Power Steering
Vehicle: 2008 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS
Alternator
- Disconnect battery ground cable from battery.
- Loosen alternator upper locknut.
- 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, noting the following:
- Torque alternator mounting nut and bolt to 18 ft. lbs.
- Torque alternator adjustment lockbolt to 11 ft. lbs.
- Torque alternator brace mounting bolt to 17 ft. lbs.
Air ...
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COMPONENT LOCATION DIAGRAMS FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
Component location diagrams for most KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1990+.
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WIRING DIAGRAMS FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
OEM drawn wiring diagrams for most KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S.
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TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
OEM TSB listings for most KIA Spectra cars and light trucks sold in the U.S. from 1985+.
Document: NEW SST RELEASE AND RETURN OF THE BLACK BREAK OUT BOX MAIN CABLE Vehicle: 2008 KIA Spectra SX 2.0 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
Document: Load Carrying Capacity Label Requirements and Instructions to Comply With FMVSS 110 Vehicle: 2008 KIA Spectra LX 2.0 L4 GAS Auto Systems: |
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COMPONENT/PARTS SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIA Spectra AUTOMOBILES
BRAKE SPECIFICATIONS: Brake drum, rotor, caliper, and related specifications for most KIA Spectra 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 KIA Spectra 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 KIA Spectra 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 KIA Spectra 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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