2015 Kia Cerato Service and Repair Manual

This 2015 Kia Cerato 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

Engine Options

• 1.8L DOHC CVVT MPI Inline-4 Petrol
• 2.0L DOHC CVVT GDI Inline-4 Petrol

Transmission Options

• 6-speed Manual Transmission
• 6-speed Automatic Transmission

Engine and Drivetrain Repair Coverage

• Engine overhaul procedures
• Cylinder head servicing
• Valve train servicing
• Timing chain inspection and servicing
• Timing chain replacement procedures
• CVVT system diagnostics
• Petrol fuel injection diagnostics
• GDI fuel system diagnostics
• Fuel injector testing
• Ignition system servicing
• Ignition coil diagnostics
• Throttle body servicing
• Intake manifold servicing
• Cooling system repairs
• Lubrication system servicing
• Emissions system diagnostics
• Manual transaxle servicing
• Automatic transaxle diagnostics
• Automatic transaxle servicing
• Torque converter servicing
• Driveshaft servicing
• CV joint inspection and repair

Chassis, Steering and Suspension

• Front MacPherson strut suspension servicing
• Rear torsion beam suspension servicing
• Motor Driven 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

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

Electrical Systems and Wiring

• Complete factory wiring diagrams
• Engine management system
• MPI/GDI fuel injection 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
• Lighting system diagnostics
• Audio and infotainment wiring
• Power window diagnostics
• Central locking diagnostics
• Power mirror diagnostics
• Cruise control diagnostics
• Parking assist system diagnostics
• Tyre Pressure Monitoring System diagnostics

Air Conditioning and HVAC

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

Body, Interior and Restraint Systems

• Body panel removal and installation
• Door servicing
• Door latch and lock servicing
• Bonnet and boot lid adjustment
• Dashboard removal procedures
• Interior trim servicing
• Seat servicing
• SRS airbag diagnostics
• Seat belt pretensioner servicing
• Power seat servicing where fitted
• Sunroof servicing 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
• ABS/ESC diagnostics
• Smart Key diagnostics where fitted
• TPMS diagnostics
• Sensor testing procedures
• Actuator testing
• CAN communication diagnostics
• Electrical fault isolation
• Component inspection procedures
• Emissions diagnostic procedures

Common Error Codes Covered

Engine Codes

• P0101 — Mass or Volume Air Flow Circuit Range/Performance
• P0113 — Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit High Input
• P0122 — Throttle/Pedal Position Sensor/Switch A Circuit Low
• P0171 — System Too Lean
• P0300 — Random/Multiple Cylinder Misfire Detected
• P0301 — Cylinder 1 Misfire Detected
• P0335 — Crankshaft Position Sensor A Circuit
• P0340 — Camshaft Position Sensor A Circuit Malfunction
• P0420 — Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold
• P0442 — Evaporative Emission System Leak Detected
• P0087 — Fuel Rail/System Pressure Too Low

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

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

Body Control Codes

• B1326 — Control Module Power Circuit Low Voltage
• B1600 — Immobilizer System Malfunction

Plus many other codes included in the manual.

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

• Engine management system
• MPI/GDI fuel injection system
• Ignition system
• Starting and charging systems
• Manual transaxle
• Automatic transaxle
• ABS/ESC system
• Air conditioning system
• HVAC system
• SRS airbag system
• Instrument cluster
• Immobiliser and Smart Key system
• Body control system
• CAN communication network
• Lighting system
• Audio and infotainment system
• Power windows
• Power mirrors
• Central locking
• Cruise control
• Parking assist system
• TPMS

Serpentine Belt and Timing System Information

• Accessory drive belt routing
• Drive belt inspection procedures
• Drive belt replacement procedures
• Automatic tensioner servicing
• Timing chain inspection
• Timing chain replacement procedures
• Camshaft timing specifications
• Timing chain alignment procedures
• CVVT timing 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
• Transmission 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
• Automatic transmission fluid servicing
• Manual transaxle oil servicing
• Engine coolant replacement
• Brake fluid replacement
• Spark plug replacement
• 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?

• New Zealand automotive workshops
• Independent repair garages
• Kia specialists
• Automotive technicians
• Auto electricians
• Diagnostic specialists
• Fleet maintenance teams
• DIY owners
• Automotive training institutions