🏷️ Basic Information Identification Make: Kia Model: Carens Year: 2007 Codes Platform Code: RP 👋 Introduction Market Position Segment: Compact MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) Target Audience: Families, small businesses, individuals seeking practical and versatile transportation. Competitive Analysis Key Competitors: Honda Stream, Toyota Ipsum/Picnic, Ford Focus C-Max, Mazda 5. Key Features Seating Configuration: Available in 5-seater and 7-seater configurations. Versatility: Flexible seating arrangements and practical cargo space. Value Proposition: Offered a good balance of features, practicality, and affordability in its segment. 📋 Manual Details Coverage Areas All Models Engines Trims Transmissions: True Page Count Estimated Pages: Approximately 1500+ Manual Type Type: Workshop Repair Service Manual Language Language: English Format Format: PDF Download 📖 Manual Coverage Systems Covered Engine Mechanical: Full engine overhaul, component testing, timing belt/chain service, lubrication system, cooling system. Engine Management: Fuel injection system, ignition system, emission control systems, ECU diagnostics, sensor testing. Transmission Manual: Clutch system, gearbox disassembly and assembly, gear shift linkage, lubricant specifications. Transmission Automatic: Automatic transmission disassembly and assembly, torque converter, valve body, electronic control unit, fluid service. Drivetrain: Front-wheel drive axle shafts, differential, wheel bearings. Suspension: Front and rear suspension components, shock absorbers, springs, control arms, steering knuckles, alignment specifications. Steering: Power steering system (hydraulic), steering column, tie rods, steering gear/rack and pinion. Brakes: Front and rear disc brakes, ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) components and diagnostics, brake fluid specifications, parking brake. Electrical System: Battery, charging system (alternator, starter), lighting system, horn, wipers, power windows, central locking. Body And Frame: Body panel removal and installation, interior trim, doors, hood, tailgate, glass replacement, rust prevention. HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system, refrigerant servicing, blower motor, evaporator, condenser. Exhaust System: Exhaust manifolds, catalytic converter, mufflers, pipes. Fuel System: Fuel tank, fuel pump, fuel filter, fuel lines, injectors. Procedures Included Routine Maintenance: Oil changes, filter replacements, fluid checks and top-offs, tire rotation, spark plug replacement. Troubleshooting: Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, fault code interpretation, symptom-based troubleshooting charts. Component Replacement: Detailed step-by-step instructions for replacing major and minor components across all systems. Rebuilds Overhauls: Comprehensive instructions for engine, transmission, and other major component rebuilds. Wiring Diagrams: Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems, aiding in electrical diagnostics. Specifications Tolerances: Torque specifications, measurement tolerances, and critical clearances for engine and chassis components. Technical Depth Depth: Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds and advanced diagnostics. 📊 Manual Specifications File Format PDF Quality: High resolution, text-searchable, printable pages. Print Quality Printability: Designed for easy printing of individual sections or the entire manual. Binding Type Digital Binding: N/A (Digital PDF) Paper Type Digital Medium: Electronic Document (PDF) ⚙️ Engine Specifications Primary Engine Engine Code Gasoline: G4GC (1.8L CVVT) Engine Displacement Gasoline: 1799 cc (1.8 Liters) Engine Type Gasoline: Inline 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve with CVVT (Continuously Variable Valve Timing) Horsepower Gasoline: Approx. 120-125 PS (90-93 kW) at 6000 rpm Torque Gasoline: Approx. 160-165 Nm (118-122 lb-ft) at 4500 rpm Fuel System: Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI) Secondary Engine Engine Code Diesel: D4EA (2.0L CRDi) Engine Displacement Diesel: 1991 cc (2.0 Liters) Engine Type Diesel: Inline 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve Turbocharged Common Rail Diesel Injection (CRDi) Horsepower Diesel: Approx. 112-115 PS (84-86 kW) at 4000 rpm Torque Diesel: Approx. 250-255 Nm (184-188 lb-ft) at 2000 rpm Fuel Type Fuel Requirement Gasoline: Unleaded Gasoline (91 RON or higher recommended) Fuel Requirement Diesel: Low-Sulphur Diesel Fuel 🔧 Transmission Standard Transmission Type Gasoline: 5-speed Manual Transmission Optional Transmission Type Automatic: 4-speed Automatic Transmission Features Automatic Transmission Feature: Electronically controlled with Grade Logic Control 📐 Dimensions Exterior Length: Approx. 4460 mm (175.6 inches) Width: Approx. 1785 mm (70.3 inches) Height: Approx. 1660 mm (65.4 inches) Wheelbase: Approx. 2720 mm (107.1 inches) Weights Curb Weight Est: Approx. 1500-1650 kg (3300-3640 lbs) depending on configuration 🛡️ Safety Features Ratings Crash Test Ratings Est: Variable depending on market and specific test (e.g., Euro NCAP, IIHS). Likely received a mixed to moderate rating for its era. Active Features ABS: Standard on most models (Anti-lock Braking System) Esp Esc: Optional or standard on higher trims (Electronic Stability Program / Electronic Stability Control) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution: EBD (often integrated with ABS) Passive Features Airbags Front: Driver and Passenger Airbags (Standard) Airbags Side: Optional Front Side Airbags and Curtain Airbags on higher trims. Seatbelts: 3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters. 💡 Technology Features Infotainment Audio System: AM/FM/CD player, potentially with MP3 playback and auxiliary input depending on trim level. Speaker Configuration: Typically 4 to 6 speakers. Driver Assistance Cruise Control: Available on higher trim levels. Connectivity Usb Aux Input: Likely an auxiliary audio input jack; USB connectivity became more common in later model years. 🔧 Maintenance Service Intervals Oil Change Interval Gasoline: Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil). Oil Change Interval Diesel: Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever...
Diagnostic procedures for common and uncommon faults, fault code interpretation, symptom-based troubleshooting charts.
Component Replacement:
Detailed step-by-step instructions for replacing major and minor components across all systems.
Rebuilds Overhauls:
Comprehensive instructions for engine, transmission, and other major component rebuilds.
Wiring Diagrams:
Detailed electrical wiring diagrams for all vehicle systems, aiding in electrical diagnostics.
Specifications Tolerances:
Torque specifications, measurement tolerances, and critical clearances for engine and chassis components.
Technical Depth
Depth:
Comprehensive, from basic maintenance to complete engine and transmission rebuilds and advanced diagnostics.
📊 Manual Specifications
File Format
PDF Quality:
High resolution, text-searchable, printable pages.
Print Quality
Printability:
Designed for easy printing of individual sections or the entire manual.
Binding Type
Digital Binding:
N/A (Digital PDF)
Paper Type
Digital Medium:
Electronic Document (PDF)
⚙️ Engine Specifications
Primary Engine
Engine Code Gasoline:
G4GC (1.8L CVVT)
Engine Displacement Gasoline:
1799 cc (1.8 Liters)
Engine Type Gasoline:
Inline 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve with CVVT (Continuously Variable Valve Timing)
Horsepower Gasoline:
Approx. 120-125 PS (90-93 kW) at 6000 rpm
Torque Gasoline:
Approx. 160-165 Nm (118-122 lb-ft) at 4500 rpm
Fuel System:
Multi-point Fuel Injection (MPI)
Secondary Engine
Engine Code Diesel:
D4EA (2.0L CRDi)
Engine Displacement Diesel:
1991 cc (2.0 Liters)
Engine Type Diesel:
Inline 4-cylinder, DOHC, 16-valve Turbocharged Common Rail Diesel Injection (CRDi)
Horsepower Diesel:
Approx. 112-115 PS (84-86 kW) at 4000 rpm
Torque Diesel:
Approx. 250-255 Nm (184-188 lb-ft) at 2000 rpm
Fuel Type
Fuel Requirement Gasoline:
Unleaded Gasoline (91 RON or higher recommended)
Fuel Requirement Diesel:
Low-Sulphur Diesel Fuel
🔧 Transmission
Standard
Transmission Type Gasoline:
5-speed Manual Transmission
Optional
Transmission Type Automatic:
4-speed Automatic Transmission
Features
Automatic Transmission Feature:
Electronically controlled with Grade Logic Control
📐 Dimensions
Exterior
Length:
Approx. 4460 mm (175.6 inches)
Width:
Approx. 1785 mm (70.3 inches)
Height:
Approx. 1660 mm (65.4 inches)
Wheelbase:
Approx. 2720 mm (107.1 inches)
Weights
Curb Weight Est:
Approx. 1500-1650 kg (3300-3640 lbs) depending on configuration
🛡️ Safety Features
Ratings
Crash Test Ratings Est:
Variable depending on market and specific test (e.g., Euro NCAP, IIHS). Likely received a mixed to moderate rating for its era.
Active Features
ABS:
Standard on most models (Anti-lock Braking System)
Esp Esc:
Optional or standard on higher trims (Electronic Stability Program / Electronic Stability Control)
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution:
EBD (often integrated with ABS)
Passive Features
Airbags Front:
Driver and Passenger Airbags (Standard)
Airbags Side:
Optional Front Side Airbags and Curtain Airbags on higher trims.
Seatbelts:
3-point seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters.
💡 Technology Features
Infotainment
Audio System:
AM/FM/CD player, potentially with MP3 playback and auxiliary input depending on trim level.
Speaker Configuration:
Typically 4 to 6 speakers.
Driver Assistance
Cruise Control:
Available on higher trim levels.
Connectivity
Usb Aux Input:
Likely an auxiliary audio input jack; USB connectivity became more common in later model years.
🔧 Maintenance
Service Intervals
Oil Change Interval Gasoline:
Every 15,000 km (9,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first (using synthetic oil).
Oil Change Interval Diesel:
Every 10,000 km (6,000 miles) or 12 months, whichever comes first.
Air Filter Replacement:
Every 45,000 km (27,000 miles) or as needed based on conditions.
Fuel Filter Replacement Diesel:
Every 40,000 km (24,000 miles) or as needed.
Timing Belt Replacement Gasoline:
Every 90,000 km (54,000 miles) or 5 years.
Spark Plug Replacement Gasoline:
Platinum-tipped: Approx. 100,000 km (60,000 miles). Iridium-tipped: Approx. 160,000 km (100,000 miles).
Fluid Specifications
Engine Oil Type Gasoline:
API SM or higher, ILSAC GF-4 or higher, SAE 5W-20 or 5W-30 (check owner's manual for climate suitability).
Engine Oil Type Diesel:
API CF or higher, ACEA B3/B4 or C3, SAE 5W-30 or 10W-40 (check owner's manual).
Coolant Type:
Ethylene Glycol based, Type 'Long Life' or equivalent (e.g., Asian Red/Pink).
Brake Fluid Type:
DOT 3 or DOT 4.
Transmission Fluid Manual:
GL-4 Gear Oil, SAE 75W-90.
Transmission Fluid Automatic:
SP-III (or equivalent approved ATF). Check manual for specific type and capacity.
Known Issues
Timing Belt Wear:
Potential for stretching or fraying if not replaced at recommended intervals, leading to timing issues or belt failure.
Diesel Glow Plugs:
Glow plugs can fail over time, affecting cold-start performance in diesel models.
Cv Joint Wear:
Front CV joints can experience wear, particularly with high mileage or aggressive driving, causing clicking noises during turns.
ABS Sensor Failure:
ABS wheel speed sensors can fail, triggering ABS warning lights and disabling the ABS functionality.
Egr Valve Clogging Diesel:
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve can become clogged with soot in diesel engines, affecting performance and emissions.
📚 Vehicle History
Brand Heritage
Manufacturer Origin:
South Korea
Model Evolution
Generation:
Second Generation (UN Platform)
Launch Year:
Introduced in 2006 for the 2007 model year.
Production
Production Period:
2006 - 2010
🏆 Awards & Recognition
Recognitions
General Reputation:
Generally regarded as a practical and reliable family vehicle within its price segment. Specific awards for this model year are not widely documented but it aimed to compete with established players.