Kia Sorento 2003 User manual

2003 Sorento Technical Highlights • Contents

Section 1 General Information

Section 2 Engine

Section 3 Engine Electrical

Section 4 Fuel and Emissions

Section 5 Transmission & Drivetrain

Section 6 Brakes

Section 7 Steering and Suspension

Section 8 Body

Section 9 Body Electrical

Section 10 Supplemental Restraint System

Preface • 2003 Sorento

This Technical Highlights publication

provides information about the new fea-

tures, systems, and components used on

the 2003 Sorento. We have included the

most accurate and up-to-date information

available at the time of publication. Due to

constant improvement in our products, the

information and specications presented in

this manual are subject to change without

notice.

Service Training Department

without the written consent of Kia Motors Corporation.

revised version 3

This Sorento Technical Highlights publication

serves two important purposes. Used with the 2002

Sorento Technical Highlights video, it’s your key

to a comprehensive understanding of all the new

features, systems, and components that are included

on the all new Sorento. Secondly, this manual is

your initial model introduction training for the 2003

Sorento. Information about service procedures that

are specic to the new systems is also included.

First, view the 2003 Sorento Technical Highlights

video. Then, carefully read through this publication

in its entirety.

Section 1 • General Information

How to Use

This Manual

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revised version 3

There are two Trim Levels for the 2003

Sorento: LX and EX. Both trim levels feature the

Sigma 3.5 V6 engine and the 30-40LEI 4-speed

automatic transmission.

The general specications given here are for

general information only, and are subject to

change. Please check the Sorento Service Manual

for the latest information.

Item Inches

Overall length 179.8

Overall width 73.3

Overall height without roof rack 68.1

Overall height with roof rack 71.3

Wheelbase 106.7

Ground clearance 8.2

Approach angle 28.4

Departure angle 26.7

Item Pounds

GVWR 4x4—5,644

4x2—5,423

Curb weight 4x4—4,255

4x2—4,057

Weight distribution 4x4—54%/46%

4x2—56%/44%

Item Gasoline Engine

Bore X Stroke 3.66 x 3.38 inches

Displacement 213.4 cubic inches (3497cc)

Compression ratio 10.0:1

General Infor-

mation

Section 1 • General Information

Vehicle

Specications

Dimensions

Engine

Weights

(Gasoline

Engine with

Automatic

Transmission)

Battery CCA 600

Capacity 12V/70AH

Alternator 13.5V/120A

Starter 12V-1.2kw

Spark Plug Gap 1.0-1.1 mm (PFRSN-11)

Type Platinum NGK (RC1OPYPB4)

Copper Champion

Electrical

System

revised version 3

Lubricant Volume (SAW/Metric) Classication

Engine Oil 5.8 quarts/5.5 liters API Service SD or above

Transmission Oil 9 quarts/8.5 liters Dextron III

Coolant 3 gallons/11.4 liters

Brake Fluid 1.4 quarts/1.3 liters SAE J1703, FMVSS 116

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Fuel 21.1 gallons/80 liters 87 Octane (as recommended in Owner’s Manual)

Differential Fluid (w/o LSD) GL-5, SAE 90

Differential Fluid (w/ LSD) GL-5, SAE 85-90

Refrigerant complies with SAE J639 Refrigerant R-134a

Maximum operating charge 33 ounces

Tire Size Wheel Size Maximum Pressure

245/70 R16 6JJX15 35 PSI

Section 1 • General Information

Capacities

Air

Conditioner

Tires

revised version 3

Light Bulb Wattage

Headlamps (High/Low) 55/55

Front turn signal/position lights 28/8

Front fog lights (if equipped) 27

Rear turn signal lights 27

Stop and tail lights 27/8

Back-up lights 27

License plate lights 5

Interior Lights 10

Dome light 10

Rear cargo area light (if equipped) 10

High-mounted stop light (if equipped) 21

Door courtesy lights 5

Light Bulbs

Refer to “Fuses” in the

Owner’s Manual Index.

Fuses

Vehicle Identification Number Position

revised version 3

Vehicle Description Section

(Model)

Vehicle Identication Section

(Chassis No.)

K N D J C 7 3 3 9 3 5 6 0 0 0 0

Country

K = Korea

Model

J = Sorento

Series

C* = 4WD

D = 2WD

Engine/

Restraint

3 = 3.5L V6

Dual Airbag

Model Year

3 = 2003

Assembly

Plant

5 = Whasung

Production (Frame)

Sequence

Number

Check Digit

Must be 0 - 9 or X

Vehicle Type

D = MPV

Manufacturer

N = Kia Motors

Corp.

Body Type

5**, 7 = 4 Door SUV

2***, 3 = 4996-5984

GVWR Lbs.

* For all vehicles manufactured between 4/27/2002 and 8/14/2002, the

letter C indicates either 2WD or 4WD.

** For all vehicles manufactured between 2/28/2002 and 8/14/2002, the

number 5 indicates a 4-door SUV.

*** For all vehicles manufactured between 2/28/2002 and 8/14/2002, the

number 2 indicates a GWVR of 2,271 - 2,720 kg (4,996 - 5,984 lbs.)

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Section 1 • General Information—Mechanical

Features and

Options

LX EX

3.5 DOHC 6-cylinder (192 HP) S S

4-Speed automatic S S

Power Steering Engine speed sensing S —

Vehicle speed sensing — S

Steering linkage Rack & pinion S S

Hood blanket S S

Suspension Front: Wish-bone w/coil spring S S

Rear: 5-Link coil spring S S

Gas shocks S S

Fuel tank 80 liters / 21.1 gallons S S

2-Speed transfer case 4WD 4WD

4WD Push button part-time type 4WD 4WD

Torque on demand full-time (w/low range) — Lux

Free running differential (more advance system than automatic locking hubs) 4WD 4WD

Limited slip rear differential (not an option) 4WD 4WD

Tow package (Trailer hitch and wiring harness connector) PIO PIO

Self-levelizer — O

LX EX

Wheels Styled steel S —

Alloy (bright machine nish face) O S

Tires P245/70R16 (domestic bound) S —

P245/70R16 (Michelin) — S

Full size spare tire under vehicle (alloy steel if equipped with alloys) S S

Mudguards ACC ACC

Windshield Solar control glass S S

Side glass (B-pillar back) Privacy glass S S

Power sunroof (tilt and slide) — S

Grille Black mesh insert w/chrome surround S S

Door handles Body color S S

Body color/chrome accent — Lux

Mirrors Dual power, heated (black) S —

Dual power, heated (body color) — S

Fog lamps — S

Head lamps Multi-reector head lamps S S

Auto lamps — Lux

Roof rack Black O S

Bumpers Body color S —

Two-tone — S

Bodyside cladding, fender

ares

Two-tone — S

Rear garnish Body color S S

Chrome — Lux

Rear spoiler O O

Manual fuel door & gas cap with tether S S

Rear split hatch liftgate w/ip-open glass operated with remote or inside release S S

Towing hooks Front and rear S S

Skid plates (front-end, fuel tank) S S

Section 1 • General Information—Exterior

Features and

Options

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LX EX

Seat upholstery & trim inserts

Double raschel cloth seat and door trim S —

Moquette velour cloth seat and door trim — S

Leather — O/Lux

Front seats

8-Way manual adjustment (driver) S —

8-Way power adjustment (driver) — S

Heated (driver & passenger) — Lux

Lumbar adjustment (driver) S S

W/Tilt adjustable headrests — S

Rear seat

60/40 split at folding rear seats S S

Fold down armrest S S

Removable headrest (all three positions) S S

Steering wheel Leather wrapped — S

Leather wrapped/wood grain — Lux

Shifter

Black PRNDL, shift shaft, knob S —

Brushed metal style PRNDL, chrome shaft, black knob — S

Brushed metal PRNDL, chrome shaft, wood grain accent knob — Lux

Inside door handles Color keyed S —

Chrome — S

Scuff plates Color keyed S —

Bright stainless steel — S

Wood grain center fascia/console accents — S

Fabric headliner S S

Cut pile carpet S S

Section 1 • General Information—Interior

Features and

Options

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