🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Kia Model: Amanti Product Name: KIA Amanti 2004-2008 Service Repair Manual Product Description: NO SHIPPING COSt, FREE DOWNLOAD!!! cover: 2004-2005-2006-2007-2008 KIA Amanti. You are buying a KIA AMANTI Factory Service Workshop Manual. This is the very same manual that your local KIA dealer technician uses in repairing/servicing yo...... 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Full-size Luxury Sedan Competitive Analysis Competitors: Buick LeSabre/Lucerne, Toyota Avalon, Chrysler 300, Ford Five Hundred/Taurus. Key Features Focus: Comfort, spacious interior, quiet ride, value proposition. Target Audience: Buyers seeking a comfortable and well-equipped sedan at a competitive price point. Manual Value Benefit To Owner: Enables owners and independent repair shops to perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs accurately and efficiently, saving on dealership labor costs. Benefit To Technician: Provides direct access to factory-level repair information, specifications, and procedures, mirroring dealership resources. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Model Years Covered: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 Page Count Estimated Page Count: 1500+ Manual Type Type: Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual Language Language: English Format Format: Digital Download (PDF) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine: Comprehensive engine diagnostics, repair, and overhaul for all variants. Transmission: Detailed procedures for automatic transmission service, repair, and troubleshooting. Brakes: ABS, EBD, brake system component diagnosis and repair, fluid replacement. Electrical: Full wiring diagrams, component testing, diagnostic procedures for all electrical systems. Suspension: Front and rear suspension component inspection, replacement, and alignment specifications. Steering: Power steering system diagnosis, repair, and component replacement. HVAC: Air conditioning system service, refrigerant handling, climate control unit diagnosis. Body And Chassis: Body panel repair, structural integrity, door, window, and interior trim procedures. Fuel System: Fuel injection system diagnosis, pump, injector, and sensor testing. Exhaust System: Exhaust component inspection, replacement, and catalytic converter information. Cooling System: Radiator, thermostat, water pump, and cooling fan service and repair. Safety Systems: Airbag system diagnostics and SRS component replacement procedures. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks, tire rotation, spark plug service. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic flowcharts, symptom-based troubleshooting guides. Component Replacement: Step-by-step instructions for replacing major and minor components. Rebuilding: Complete engine and transmission rebuilding procedures, including torque specifications. Diagnostics: OBD-II diagnostics, sensor data interpretation, fault code explanations. Wheel Alignment: Alignment specifications and adjustment procedures. Timing Belt Service: Precise procedures and timing marks for belt replacement. Brake System Bleeding: Correct procedures for bleeding brake lines. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including electrical schematics and diagnostic procedures. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format File Type: PDF Searchable Text: Yes Printable: Yes Print Quality Quality: High-resolution (digitally rendered for clarity) Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital Download) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code: G6CU (3.5L V6) Engine Type: 3.5L V6 DOHC Displacement: 3497 cc (213.4 cu. in.) Performance Horsepower: 200 hp @ 5500 rpm (approx.) Torque: 218 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm (approx.) Fuel System Fuel Delivery: Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI) Fuel Type: Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane recommended) Engine Management Ignition System: Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with coil-on-plug Emissions Control: Catalytic Converter, EGR System, Oxygen Sensors 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-Speed Automatic Transmission Model: F5A51 Features Shift Modes: Driver-adaptive shift control, Manual mode (Shiftronic on some models) Fluid Specifications Fluid Type: Kia Genuine ATF SP-III or equivalent Fluid Capacities Capacity: Approximately 9.7 quarts (9.2 liters) for a complete fluid change. 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: 195.1 inches (4955 mm) Width: 73.0 inches (1854 mm) Height: 57.7 inches (1466 mm) Wheelbase: 112.2 inches (2850 mm) Weights Curb Weight: 3,783 - 3,870 lbs (1716 - 1755 kg) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr: 4,850 lbs (2200 kg) Cargo Trunk Capacity: 15.9 cubic feet (450 liters) 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings NHTSA Front Impact: Not Rated (Vehicle of this era often had limited standardized testing) IIHS Frontal Offset: Good (for 2005 model year) Active Features Traction Control: Standard Electronic Stability Control Esc: Optional on some trims, standard on later models. Antilock Braking System ABS: Standard Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Ebd: Standard Passive Features Airbags: Front dual-stage airbags, front side-impact airbags. Seat Belts: Pretensioning front seatbelts with load limiters. Child Seat Anchors: LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: AM/FM/CD player with optional premium audio system (e.g., Infinity). Climate Control: Automatic climate control with dual-zone temperature settings on higher trims. Navigation: Optional GPS navigation system available on some models. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Standard Parking Sensors: Optional rear parking assist sensors. Connectivity Auxiliary Input: Available on some later models or as an aftermarket addition. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change: Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first. Engine Air Filter: Replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km). Cabin Air Filter: Replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km). Spark Plugs: Replace every 60,000 miles (96,000 km). Transmission Fluid: Inspect every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), replace as needed or...
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👋 Introduction
Market Position
Segment:
Full-size Luxury Sedan
Competitive Analysis
Competitors:
Buick LeSabre/Lucerne, Toyota Avalon, Chrysler 300, Ford Five Hundred/Taurus.
Key Features
Focus:
Comfort, spacious interior, quiet ride, value proposition.
Target Audience:
Buyers seeking a comfortable and well-equipped sedan at a competitive price point.
Manual Value
Benefit To Owner:
Enables owners and independent repair shops to perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs accurately and efficiently, saving on dealership labor costs.
Benefit To Technician:
Provides direct access to factory-level repair information, specifications, and procedures, mirroring dealership resources.
📋 Manual Details
Coverage Areas
Model Years Covered:
2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008
Page Count
Estimated Page Count:
1500+
Manual Type
Type:
Factory Service Manual / Workshop Manual
Language
Language:
English
Format
Format:
Digital Download (PDF)
📖 Manual Coverage
Systems Covered
Engine:
Comprehensive engine diagnostics, repair, and overhaul for all variants.
Transmission:
Detailed procedures for automatic transmission service, repair, and troubleshooting.
Brakes:
ABS, EBD, brake system component diagnosis and repair, fluid replacement.
Electrical:
Full wiring diagrams, component testing, diagnostic procedures for all electrical systems.
Suspension:
Front and rear suspension component inspection, replacement, and alignment specifications.
Steering:
Power steering system diagnosis, repair, and component replacement.
HVAC:
Air conditioning system service, refrigerant handling, climate control unit diagnosis.
Body And Chassis:
Body panel repair, structural integrity, door, window, and interior trim procedures.
Fuel System:
Fuel injection system diagnosis, pump, injector, and sensor testing.
Exhaust System:
Exhaust component inspection, replacement, and catalytic converter information.
Cooling System:
Radiator, thermostat, water pump, and cooling fan service and repair.
Safety Systems:
Airbag system diagnostics and SRS component replacement procedures.
Step-by-step instructions for replacing major and minor components.
Rebuilding:
Complete engine and transmission rebuilding procedures, including torque specifications.
Diagnostics:
OBD-II diagnostics, sensor data interpretation, fault code explanations.
Wheel Alignment:
Alignment specifications and adjustment procedures.
Timing Belt Service:
Precise procedures and timing marks for belt replacement.
Brake System Bleeding:
Correct procedures for bleeding brake lines.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive from basic maintenance to full engine and transmission rebuilds, including electrical schematics and diagnostic procedures.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
File Type:
PDF
Searchable Text:
Yes
Printable:
Yes
Print Quality
Quality:
High-resolution (digitally rendered for clarity)
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital Download)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code:
G6CU (3.5L V6)
Engine Type:
3.5L V6 DOHC
Displacement:
3497 cc (213.4 cu. in.)
Performance
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5500 rpm (approx.)
Torque:
218 lb-ft @ 3500 rpm (approx.)
Fuel System
Fuel Delivery:
Multi-port Fuel Injection (MPI)
Fuel Type:
Unleaded Gasoline (87 octane recommended)
Engine Management
Ignition System:
Distributorless Ignition System (DIS) with coil-on-plug
Emissions Control:
Catalytic Converter, EGR System, Oxygen Sensors
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-Speed Automatic
Transmission Model:
F5A51
Features
Shift Modes:
Driver-adaptive shift control, Manual mode (Shiftronic on some models)
Fluid Specifications
Fluid Type:
Kia Genuine ATF SP-III or equivalent
Fluid Capacities
Capacity:
Approximately 9.7 quarts (9.2 liters) for a complete fluid change.
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
195.1 inches (4955 mm)
Width:
73.0 inches (1854 mm)
Height:
57.7 inches (1466 mm)
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches (2850 mm)
Weights
Curb Weight:
3,783 - 3,870 lbs (1716 - 1755 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Gvwr:
4,850 lbs (2200 kg)
Cargo
Trunk Capacity:
15.9 cubic feet (450 liters)
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Front Impact:
Not Rated (Vehicle of this era often had limited standardized testing)
IIHS Frontal Offset:
Good (for 2005 model year)
Active Features
Traction Control:
Standard
Electronic Stability Control Esc:
Optional on some trims, standard on later models.
Antilock Braking System ABS:
Standard
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution Ebd:
Standard
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front dual-stage airbags, front side-impact airbags.
Seat Belts:
Pretensioning front seatbelts with load limiters.
Child Seat Anchors:
LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) system.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD player with optional premium audio system (e.g., Infinity).
Climate Control:
Automatic climate control with dual-zone temperature settings on higher trims.
Navigation:
Optional GPS navigation system available on some models.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Optional rear parking assist sensors.
Connectivity
Auxiliary Input:
Available on some later models or as an aftermarket addition.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change:
Every 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 6 months, whichever comes first.
Engine Air Filter:
Replace every 30,000 miles (48,000 km).
Cabin Air Filter:
Replace every 15,000 miles (24,000 km).
Spark Plugs:
Replace every 60,000 miles (96,000 km).
Transmission Fluid:
Inspect every 30,000 miles (48,000 km), replace as needed or approximately every 60,000 miles (96,000 km).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil:
SAE 5W-30, API SN or higher
Coolant:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant, 50/50 mix with distilled water (Orange colored for Kia vehicles of this era).
Brake Fluid:
DOT 3
Known Issues
Engine Misfires:
Can occur due to worn spark plugs, ignition coils, or fuel injector issues. The manual details diagnostic steps.
Transmission Slipping:
May require transmission fluid and filter service, or more in-depth internal repair as detailed in the manual.
Power Window Motors:
Known to fail; the manual provides replacement procedures.
Suspension Noises:
Often related to worn ball joints, tie rod ends, or sway bar links. The manual covers inspection and replacement.
HVAC Blower Motor:
Can fail; replacement is covered in the manual.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Kia History:
Kia Motors Corporation, founded in 1944, is a South Korean automobile manufacturer. It is the second-largest automobile manufacturer in South Korea and is part of the Hyundai Motor Group.
Model Evolution
Amanti Introduction:
The Kia Amanti was introduced for the 2004 model year as Kia's flagship luxury sedan, aiming to compete in the full-size segment.
Amanti Redesign:
Received a minor refresh for the 2007 model year, with updated styling and features.
Production
Production Location:
South Korea (Hwaseong Plant)
Production Years:
2003-2009 (for model years 2004-2008 in North America)
Discontinuation
Discontinuation Reason:
Discontinued in most markets due to declining sales and Kia's shift in product focus towards more globally appealing models.
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Initial Reception:
Often praised for its comfortable ride and value, but criticized for less engaging driving dynamics compared to some rivals.
Ratings
Consumer Reports Reliability:
Mixed to average reliability ratings across various components over its production run, as documented in the manual for potential troubleshooting.
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