2013 Kia Sorento XM Service and Repair Manual

This 2013 Kia Sorento Service & Repair Manual Covers

• Complete factory workshop procedures
• Factory diagnostic information
• Component removal and installation
• Repair and overhaul procedures
• Technical specifications
• Factory maintenance information
• Factory wiring diagrams
• Torque specifications
• Fuse and relay information
• Diagnostic flow charts
• Troubleshooting procedures

Engine Options

• 2.4L DOHC GDI Inline-4 Petrol
• 3.5L DOHC V6 Petrol, where fitted
• 2.2L CRDi DOHC Turbo Diesel, where fitted

Transmission Options

• 6-speed Manual Transmission, where fitted
• 6-speed Automatic Transmission
• Front-Wheel Drive, where equipped
• All-Wheel Drive, where equipped

Engine and Drivetrain Repair Coverage

• Engine overhaul procedures
• Cylinder head servicing
• Valve train servicing
• Timing chain inspection
• Timing chain replacement procedures
• Camshaft timing procedures
• CVVT system diagnostics
• GDI fuel injection diagnostics
• High-pressure fuel system diagnostics
• Common-rail diesel diagnostics
• Fuel injector testing
• Fuel rail pressure diagnostics
• Ignition system servicing
• Ignition coil diagnostics
• Electronic throttle control
• Intake manifold servicing
• Cooling system repairs
• Lubrication system servicing
• Emissions system diagnostics
• Automatic transmission diagnostics
• Automatic transmission servicing
• Torque converter servicing
• Driveshaft servicing
• CV joint inspection and repair
• Transfer case servicing
• Differential servicing
• AWD coupling diagnostics

Turbocharged and Diesel System Coverage

• Common-rail diesel injection diagnostics
• High-pressure fuel pump diagnostics
• Diesel injector testing
• Turbocharger diagnostics
• Intercooler servicing
• Charge-air system inspection
• Boost-pressure diagnostics
• EGR system diagnostics
• Glow plug diagnostics
• Diesel engine management diagnostics
• Diesel emissions system diagnostics

Chassis, Steering and Suspension

• Front MacPherson strut suspension servicing
• Rear multi-link suspension servicing
• Electric power steering diagnostics
• Steering rack servicing
• Steering column servicing
• Shock absorber replacement
• Coil spring inspection
• Stabiliser bar servicing
• Suspension bush inspection
• Wheel bearing servicing
• Wheel alignment specifications
• AWD suspension and drivetrain servicing

Braking Systems

• ABS diagnostics
• Electronic Stability Control diagnostics
• Traction Control System diagnostics
• Electronic Brakeforce Distribution diagnostics
• Brake hydraulic system bleeding
• Brake master cylinder servicing
• Brake booster servicing
• Front disc brake servicing
• Rear disc brake servicing
• Parking brake servicing
• Wheel speed sensor diagnostics
• ABS/ESC hydraulic control unit diagnostics
• Hill-start Assist Control diagnostics

Electrical Systems and Wiring

• Complete factory wiring diagrams
• Petrol engine management system
• GDI fuel injection wiring
• Diesel common-rail injection wiring
• Turbocharger control wiring
• Ignition system wiring
• Starting system diagnostics
• Charging system diagnostics
• Alternator servicing
• Battery testing
• Immobiliser diagnostics
• Smart Key system diagnostics where fitted
• Instrument cluster diagnostics
• Body Control Module diagnostics
• CAN communication diagnostics
• AWD control system
• Lighting system diagnostics
• Audio and infotainment wiring
• Power window diagnostics
• Central locking diagnostics
• Power mirror diagnostics
• Cruise control diagnostics
• Parking assist diagnostics
• TPMS diagnostics

Air Conditioning and HVAC

• Air conditioning system diagnostics
• Compressor servicing
• Refrigerant system repairs
• Automatic climate control diagnostics
• HVAC control module diagnostics
• Blower motor servicing
• Heater system servicing
• Blend door actuator diagnostics
• Air distribution system servicing
• Rear HVAC system servicing where fitted

Body, Interior and Restraint Systems

• Body panel removal and installation
• Door servicing
• Door latch and lock servicing
• Bonnet and tailgate adjustment
• Dashboard removal procedures
• Interior trim servicing
• Power seat servicing where fitted
• SRS airbag diagnostics
• Seat belt pretensioner servicing
• Sunroof servicing where fitted
• Power tailgate diagnostics where fitted
• Wiper and washer system servicing

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

• Factory diagnostic flow charts
• Scan tool diagnostic procedures
• Symptom-based troubleshooting
• Engine Control Module diagnostics
• Transmission Control Module diagnostics
• AWD Control Module diagnostics
• ABS/ESC diagnostics
• Smart Key diagnostics
• TPMS diagnostics
• GDI fuel system diagnostics
• Common-rail diesel diagnostics
• Turbocharger diagnostics
• Sensor testing procedures
• Actuator testing
• CAN communication diagnostics
• Electrical fault isolation
• Emissions diagnostic procedures

Common Error Codes Covered

Engine Codes

• P0011 — “A” Camshaft Position — Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance
• P0014 — “B” Camshaft Position — Timing Over-Advanced or System Performance
• P0087 — Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low
• P0088 — Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too High
• P0101 — Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range/Performance
• P0113 — Intake Air Temperature Sensor Circuit High Input
• P0191 — Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor Range/Performance
• P0234 — Turbocharger/Supercharger Overboost Condition
• P0299 — Turbocharger/Supercharger Underboost Condition
• P0300 — Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
• P0301 — Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
• P0335 — Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit
• P0340 — Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit
• P0401 — Exhaust Gas Recirculation Flow Insufficient
• P0420 — Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold

Transmission Codes

• P0700 — Transmission Control System Malfunction
• P0715 — Input/Turbine Speed Sensor A Circuit
• P0720 — Output Speed Sensor Circuit
• P0731 — Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio
• P0732 — Gear 2 Incorrect Ratio
• P0733 — Gear 3 Incorrect Ratio
• P0734 — Gear 4 Incorrect Ratio
• P0741 — Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off
• P0750 — Shift Solenoid A Malfunction

ABS and Chassis Codes

• C0035 — Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
• C0040 — Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
• C0045 — Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit
• C0050 — Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Circuit

AWD Codes

• AWD coupling malfunction codes
• Transfer case-related diagnostic codes
• Four-wheel-drive control system faults
• Differential-related diagnostic faults

Network Communication Codes

• U0100 — Lost Communication With ECM/PCM
• U0101 — Lost Communication With Transmission Control Module
• U0121 — Lost Communication With Anti-Lock Brake System Control Module
• U0140 — Lost Communication With Body Control Module

Plus many other manufacturer-specific diagnostic codes.

Fuse Box Diagram

• Engine compartment fuse box layout
• Passenger compartment fuse box layout
• Fuse identification charts
• Relay locations
• Fuse amperage specifications
• Power distribution diagrams

Wiring Diagrams

• Petrol engine management
• GDI fuel injection system
• Diesel common-rail system
• Turbocharger control system
• CVVT system
• Ignition system
• Starting and charging systems
• 6-speed automatic transmission
• Manual transmission where fitted
• AWD system
• Transfer case and differential systems
• ABS/ESC system
• Air conditioning system
• Automatic climate control
• SRS airbag system
• Instrument cluster
• Immobiliser and Smart Key system
• Body Control Module
• CAN communication network
• Lighting system
• Audio and infotainment system
• Power windows
• Power mirrors
• Central locking
• Cruise control
• Parking assist system
• TPMS

Timing and Drive System Information

• Accessory drive belt routing
• Drive belt inspection
• Drive belt replacement
• Automatic tensioner servicing
• Timing chain inspection
• Timing chain replacement
• Camshaft timing specifications
• Timing chain alignment procedures
• CVVT timing inspection
• Diesel timing procedures
• Turbocharger drive and control inspection

Torque Specifications

• Engine fastener torque values
• Cylinder head torque specifications
• Main bearing torque values
• Connecting rod torque values
• Intake and exhaust manifold torque values
• Timing component torque specifications
• High-pressure fuel system torque specifications
• Turbocharger torque specifications
• Automatic transmission torque specifications
• Transfer case torque specifications
• Differential torque specifications
• Driveshaft torque specifications
• Suspension torque specifications
• Steering component torque values
• Brake system torque values
• Wheel nut torque specifications

Maintenance and Service Information

• Factory scheduled maintenance intervals
• Engine oil and filter replacement
• Diesel fuel filter replacement
• Automatic transmission fluid servicing
• Transfer case fluid servicing
• Differential oil servicing
• Engine coolant replacement
• Brake fluid replacement
• Spark plug replacement
• Glow plug inspection
• Engine air filter replacement
• Cabin air filter servicing
• Drive belt inspection
• Timing chain inspection
• Battery inspection
• TPMS inspection
• Tyre rotation procedures
• Wheel alignment checks

Who Is This Manual For?

• Automotive workshops
• Independent repair garages
• Kia specialists
• Automotive technicians
• Diesel specialists
• Auto electricians
• Diagnostic specialists
• AWD specialists
• Fleet maintenance teams
• DIY owners
• Automotive training institutions