Kia Carens Rondo II F L 2.0 CRDi 2006 Service Repair Manual
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🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Kia Model: Carens Rondo II Model Variant: F L Year: 2006 Engine Code: G4CP (or similar CRDi variant) Codes Chassis Code: RP Region: Global (likely European/Asian market focus) 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) / Crossover Target Audience: Families, individuals seeking versatile and practical transportation. Competitive Analysis Competitors 2006: Renault Scénic, Ford C-Max, Volkswagen Touran, Opel Zafira, Citroën C4 Picasso. Key Features Body Style: 5-door MPV with flexible seating arrangements. Engine Options: Focus on 2.0 CRDi diesel engine. Powertrain Options: Likely front-wheel drive (FWD). Interior Versatility: Configurable seating, ample cargo space. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas Engine: Yes Transmission: Yes Brakes: Yes Suspension: Yes Steering: Yes Electrical System: Yes Body And Trim: Yes Climate Control: Yes HVAC: Yes Diagnostics And Troubleshooting: Yes Page Count Estimated Pages: 1500-2500 (typical for comprehensive service manuals) Manual Type Type: Service and Repair Manual Purpose: Diagnosis, repair, maintenance, and overhaul procedures Language Language: English Format Format: Digital PDF (Instant Download) 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Complete overhaul, including cylinder head, pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, timing system, lubrication system, cooling system. Engine Electrical: Ignition system, fuel injection system (CRDi specifics), sensors, actuators, ECU diagnostics. Fuel System: Common Rail Direct Injection (CRDi) system components, fuel pump, injectors, pressure regulation, fuel filter replacement. Transmission Manual: Clutch system, gearshift mechanism, gearbox overhaul, fluid changes. Transmission Automatic: If equipped, automatic transmission operation, diagnostics, fluid and filter replacement, overhaul procedures. Braking System: Hydraulic system, ABS, EBD, brake pads, rotors, calipers, master cylinder, brake fluid replacement, bleeding procedures. Suspension System: Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, struts, springs, bushings, wheel alignment specifications. Steering System: Power steering system, steering rack, tie rod ends, steering column, fluid specifications. Electrical Components: Battery, alternator, starter motor, lighting system, power windows, central locking, wiring diagrams. HVAC System: Air conditioning, heating, ventilation, blower motor, evaporator, condenser, refrigerant handling (R134a likely). Body And Chassis: Body panel removal and installation, door mechanisms, glass replacement, underbody protection. Safety Systems: Airbag system diagnostics and replacement, seat belt mechanisms. Procedures Included Maintenance: Routine maintenance, oil and filter changes, air filter replacement, fuel filter replacement, spark plug replacement (if applicable for petrol variants, less so for CRDi), coolant flushes. Repair: Engine component repair, transmission overhaul, brake system repair, suspension component replacement, electrical component diagnosis and repair. Diagnostics: Troubleshooting guides, fault code interpretation (OBD-II), symptom-based diagnostics. Replacements: Component replacement procedures for all major systems, including torque specifications. Adjustments: Valve clearance adjustments (if applicable), clutch adjustments, brake adjustments. Lubrication: Lubrication points, grease types, fluid capacities and specifications. Wheel Alignment: Front and rear alignment specifications, caster, camber, toe angles. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, covering basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds. Diagnostic Tools: Information on required diagnostic tools, scan tools, and specialized equipment. Wiring Diagrams: Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems. Torque Specifications: All critical torque values for engine, chassis, and driveline components. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format Format: PDF Searchable: Likely searchable text within the PDF for efficient information retrieval. Print Quality Resolution: High-resolution, suitable for printing individual pages or sections. Binding Type Binding: N/A (Digital Download) Paper Type Paper: N/A (Digital Download) Compatibility Software Required: No special software required, viewable with standard PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader). ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Type: 2.0L CRDi (Common Rail Direct Injection) Diesel Displacement: 1991 cc Bore X Stroke: Approximately 83.0 mm x 92.0 mm (typical for this displacement) Compression Ratio: Approximately 17.0:1 to 18.5:1 (typical for CRDi engines) Valve Train: DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft), 16 valves Induction: Turbocharged, Intercooled Performance Horsepower: Approximately 110-115 PS (metric horsepower) / 108-113 bhp (brake horsepower) at around 4000 rpm. Torque: Approximately 250-260 Nm (Newton-meters) / 184-192 lb-ft at around 1800-2500 rpm. Fuel System Fuel Type: Diesel Fuel Delivery: High-pressure Common Rail Direct Injection Emissions Control: Euro 3 / Euro 4 compliant (depending on specific market and configuration), likely with EGR. 🔧 Transmission Standard Type: 5-speed Manual Transmission (M5CF1 or similar) Optional Type: 4-speed Automatic Transmission (likely Jatco JF404E or similar) Features Clutch Type: Hydraulically operated, single dry plate clutch (manual). Gear Ratios: Specific gear ratios are detailed within the manual for both manual and automatic transmissions. Fluid Specifications Manual Transmission Fluid: API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 (or equivalent). Automatic Transmission Fluid: Kia SP-III or equivalent Dexron III/Mercon (verify specific model year requirements). 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 4525 mm Width: Approx. 1790 mm Height: Approx. 1670 mm Wheelbase: Approx. 2720 mm Ground Clearance: Typically around 150-160 mm. Interior Seating Capacity: 5 or 7 seats (depending on configuration). Cargo Cargo Volume Seats Up: Varies based on 5 or 7-seat configuration, approx. 300-500 liters. Cargo Volume Seats Down: Significantly increased for cargo hauling, likely over 1500 liters. Weights Curb Weight: Approx. 1500-1650 kg (depending on transmission and options). Gross Vehicle Weight: Approximately 2100-2250 kg. Towing Capacity: Typically around 1500...
Body panel removal and installation, door mechanisms, glass replacement, underbody protection.
Safety Systems:
Airbag system diagnostics and replacement, seat belt mechanisms.
Procedures Included
Maintenance:
Routine maintenance, oil and filter changes, air filter replacement, fuel filter replacement, spark plug replacement (if applicable for petrol variants, less so for CRDi), coolant flushes.
Repair:
Engine component repair, transmission overhaul, brake system repair, suspension component replacement, electrical component diagnosis and repair.
Lubrication points, grease types, fluid capacities and specifications.
Wheel Alignment:
Front and rear alignment specifications, caster, camber, toe angles.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, covering basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds.
Diagnostic Tools:
Information on required diagnostic tools, scan tools, and specialized equipment.
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems.
Torque Specifications:
All critical torque values for engine, chassis, and driveline components.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
Format:
PDF
Searchable:
Likely searchable text within the PDF for efficient information retrieval.
Print Quality
Resolution:
High-resolution, suitable for printing individual pages or sections.
Binding Type
Binding:
N/A (Digital Download)
Paper Type
Paper:
N/A (Digital Download)
Compatibility
Software Required:
No special software required, viewable with standard PDF reader (e.g., Adobe Acrobat Reader).
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Type:
2.0L CRDi (Common Rail Direct Injection) Diesel
Displacement:
1991 cc
Bore X Stroke:
Approximately 83.0 mm x 92.0 mm (typical for this displacement)
Compression Ratio:
Approximately 17.0:1 to 18.5:1 (typical for CRDi engines)
Valve Train:
DOHC (Double Overhead Camshaft), 16 valves
Induction:
Turbocharged, Intercooled
Performance
Horsepower:
Approximately 110-115 PS (metric horsepower) / 108-113 bhp (brake horsepower) at around 4000 rpm.
Torque:
Approximately 250-260 Nm (Newton-meters) / 184-192 lb-ft at around 1800-2500 rpm.
Fuel System
Fuel Type:
Diesel
Fuel Delivery:
High-pressure Common Rail Direct Injection
Emissions Control:
Euro 3 / Euro 4 compliant (depending on specific market and configuration), likely with EGR.
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Type:
5-speed Manual Transmission (M5CF1 or similar)
Optional
Type:
4-speed Automatic Transmission (likely Jatco JF404E or similar)
Features
Clutch Type:
Hydraulically operated, single dry plate clutch (manual).
Gear Ratios:
Specific gear ratios are detailed within the manual for both manual and automatic transmissions.
Fluid Specifications
Manual Transmission Fluid:
API GL-4, SAE 75W-90 (or equivalent).
Automatic Transmission Fluid:
Kia SP-III or equivalent Dexron III/Mercon (verify specific model year requirements).
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 4525 mm
Width:
Approx. 1790 mm
Height:
Approx. 1670 mm
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2720 mm
Ground Clearance:
Typically around 150-160 mm.
Interior
Seating Capacity:
5 or 7 seats (depending on configuration).
Cargo
Cargo Volume Seats Up:
Varies based on 5 or 7-seat configuration, approx. 300-500 liters.
Cargo Volume Seats Down:
Significantly increased for cargo hauling, likely over 1500 liters.
Weights
Curb Weight:
Approx. 1500-1650 kg (depending on transmission and options).
Gross Vehicle Weight:
Approximately 2100-2250 kg.
Towing Capacity:
Typically around 1500 kg braked.
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
NHTSA Rating:
Not readily available for this specific generation and year, often varied by market.
Euro Ncap Rating:
Typically 3 or 4 stars for this generation of Kia MPVs.
Active Features
ABS:
Standard Anti-lock Braking System.
Ebd:
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (likely standard).
Esp Dsc:
Electronic Stability Program (may be optional or market-dependent).
Traction Control:
Traction Control System (may be linked with ESP).
Passive Features
Airbags:
Front airbags for driver and passenger, side airbags (optional/higher trims).
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pre-tensioners and load limiters, ISOFIX child seat anchor points.
Child Safety:
Rear door child safety locks.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
Factory fitted AM/FM radio, CD player, possibly MP3 compatible. Speaker configuration varies by trim. Aux input might be present.
Display:
Basic digital display for clock, radio, and trip computer. No central touch screen typical of modern vehicles.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Available on higher trim levels.
Parking Sensors:
Optional rear parking sensors.
Connectivity
Bluetooth:
Unlikely to be standard in 2006, might be an aftermarket option or rare factory inclusion.
Usb Aux:
Auxiliary input jack for audio devices likely present. USB connectivity less common for this era.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval:
Every 10,000-15,000 km or 12 months, whichever comes first (diesel engine).
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 30,000-45,000 km or 24 months.
Fuel Filter Replacement:
Every 40,000-60,000 km for diesel engines is recommended to maintain CRDi system health.
Engine Coolant Change:
Every 40,000-60,000 km or 2-3 years. Use of genuine Kia coolant (or equivalent OAT/HOAT).
Transmission Fluid Change:
Manual: Every 60,000-100,000 km. Automatic: Every 60,000-80,000 km (often with filter replacement).
Brake Fluid Change:
Every 2 years or 40,000 km.
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Spec:
API CI-4 or ACEA B4/B5, viscosity grade 5W-30 or 5W-40 (fully synthetic recommended for diesel).
Engine Oil Capacity:
Approximately 5.5 - 6.0 liters (including filter).
Coolant Spec:
Ethylene glycol-based coolant with corrosion inhibitors (OAT/HOAT). Kia genuine coolant or equivalent.
Power Steering Fluid:
ATF Dexron III/Mercon equivalent or specific power steering fluid (check manual).
Known Issues
Engine Crdi:
Potential for injector issues if fuel quality is poor, turbocharger wear over time, EGR valve clogging, glow plug issues in cold climates.
Transmission:
Manual clutch wear, automatic transmission solenoid issues or torque converter problems if fluid maintenance is neglected.
Suspension:
Worn bushings, ball joints, and tie rod ends due to vehicle weight and typical usage.
Electrical:
Corrosion on electrical connectors, issues with window regulators, central locking actuators.
Body And Trim:
Rust on wheel arches and sills (especially in regions with road salt), interior trim rattles.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Kia Origins:
Founded in 1944, initially as a manufacturer of steel tubing and bicycles, Kia entered automotive production in the 1960s. Known for value-oriented vehicles.
Model Evolution
Carens Rondo Generation Ii:
The Rondo (marketed as Carens in many regions) II generation (2006-2012) represented a significant evolution from the first generation, offering a more refined design and improved practicality.
Badge Engineering:
While the Carens and Rondo share the same platform, market naming conventions differ. The 'Rondo' name was often used in North America, while 'Carens' was prevalent elsewhere.
Production
Manufacturing Plant:
Primarily manufactured in South Korea (Gwangmyeong, Hwaseong plants) and potentially other Kia global facilities.
Production Years Generation Ii
Model Years:
2006-2012
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
Owner Satisfaction:
While specific awards for the 2006 Carens Rondo II are not prominently documented, Kia vehicles of this era were generally recognized for offering good value for money and improving reliability.
Ratings
Jd Power Initial Quality:
Kia's initial quality ratings were steadily improving during this period, though often behind segment leaders. The Carens Rondo aimed to provide a practical and affordable family solution.
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