What to do when your Kia Sedona goes down a hill?

What to do when your Kia Sedona goes down a hill?

When you park on a hill apply the parking brake before you put the vehicle in park. this way the weight of the vehicle is on the brake rather than the transmission. this will solve the issue I simply have a tough time moving the gear shift from park down to drive smoothly.

Why does my Kia Sedona not shift gears?

This is a common issue on all transmissions. When you park on a hill apply the parking brake before you put the vehicle in park. this way the weight of the vehicle is on the brake rather than the transmission. this will solve the issue I simply have a tough time moving the gear shift from park down to drive smoothly.

Where does the noise come from on a Kia Sedona?

IT COMES FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF CAR AND IS PRODUCED AT RANDOM INTERVALS. THERE IS NO EFFECT ON PERFORMANCE THAT I HAVE OBSERVED. UNFORTUNATELY, I WAS NOT ABLE TO REPRODUCE THIS WITH DEALER. ALSO WE HAVE ALREADY HAD THE BLOWER FAN REPLACED BECAUSE OF VERY LOUD VIBRATIONS IN THE A/C SYSTEM.

Are there captain chairs in the Kia Sedona?

Evidently the seat anchors will accept the captain chairs. It would seem that having separate designs for 2nd row bench seat anchors and captains chairs in the LX & EX would not be a cost effective design by KIA. I will let you know how things work out.

Is the Kia Sedona EX a good car?

To make it really short, I ended up buying a brand new Kia Sedona EX. The Kia dealer actually agreed to my terms and was able to give me the monthly payments no one else was willing to give me. Yeah, Kia you rock!!!

IT COMES FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF CAR AND IS PRODUCED AT RANDOM INTERVALS. THERE IS NO EFFECT ON PERFORMANCE THAT I HAVE OBSERVED. UNFORTUNATELY, I WAS NOT ABLE TO REPRODUCE THIS WITH DEALER. ALSO WE HAVE ALREADY HAD THE BLOWER FAN REPLACED BECAUSE OF VERY LOUD VIBRATIONS IN THE A/C SYSTEM.

When you park on a hill apply the parking brake before you put the vehicle in park. this way the weight of the vehicle is on the brake rather than the transmission. this will solve the issue I simply have a tough time moving the gear shift from park down to drive smoothly.

This is a common issue on all transmissions. When you park on a hill apply the parking brake before you put the vehicle in park. this way the weight of the vehicle is on the brake rather than the transmission. this will solve the issue I simply have a tough time moving the gear shift from park down to drive smoothly.

Are there any safety issues with a Kia?

It is important to be aware of some of the common safety issues many individuals are facing with their Kia vehicles as many of them are engine problems. Engine Stalling: Kia recently announced that more than 100,000 Kia vehicles worldwide are at risk of engine stalling.

What was the problem with my Kia Sedona?

They blamed it on a bad batch of gas. I then took the van on vacation and it happened again, took it to another dealership (800 miles away from home) and could not duplicate the problem either. They found the transmission was a little low on oil and thought that it was the problem.

What to do when your Sedona won’t start?

When a starter goes bad, they will usually not give you much warning first. Also, if you are stuck somewhere and are trying to start your Sedona, the old beat the starter with a hammer trick is not a wives tale. It really can get that one last start out of it.

What kind of gas does a Kia Sedona use?

Run the gas tank down to 1/4 or less and then put in two cans of Castle Brand Isopropyl Alcohol “Double Dry ” dry Gas. b.) On top of that dry gas put in a full tank of Sunoco 94 octane or similar fuel

Evidently the seat anchors will accept the captain chairs. It would seem that having separate designs for 2nd row bench seat anchors and captains chairs in the LX & EX would not be a cost effective design by KIA. I will let you know how things work out.

How many miles does a Kia Sedona have?

I owe a 2003 Kia Sedona and just got 270,000 miles. never changed coils or anything else, however I do oil change as needed. Engine still running great with the exception that it has began to leak oil.


What are the problems with Kia Sedona?

Brakes One of the most commonly cited problems with the Kia Sedona involves its braking system. Other problems with the Sedona involve difficulty in starting the engine. Kia Sedonas are also known for problems involving the throttle position sensor. Some Sedona models are equipped with power automatic sliding side doors.

Are the Kia Sedona’s any good?

Yes , the Kia Sedona is a good minivan. Outside of its disappointing mpg ratings, it doesn’t have any major weaknesses. It has a gentle ride, balanced handling, and a good predicted reliability rating. Purchasing a new Kia Sedona also gets you a long warranty. Cargo space and engine power aren’t exceptional, but both are decent for a van.

Is the Kia Sedona reliable?

The Kia Sedona Reliability Rating is 4.0 out of 5.0, which ranks it 1st out of 8 for minivans. The average annual repair cost is $495 which means it has lower than average ownership costs. The severity of repairs is low, and these issues are less frequent than average, so the Sedona is one of the more reliable vehicles on the road.

What is a Kia Sedona?

The Kia Sedona is a four-door seven-passenger minivan. The Kia Sedona first arrived on the market in 2002 and stayed relatively the same for four years. It was marketed on the premise of offering the most features for the least money. It gained a solid reputation as a quality built solid vehicle with great crash test results.

The Sedona has been a reliable family car for us. Overall a great purchase @ 14,500 new in 2004. Some small issues early on but handled by the dealership. Currently 154000 miles and still going strong.

Is the Kia Sedona a good replacement for a Mazda Van?

As a replacement for our smaller 2001 Mazda MPV van, its interior size seemed really nice. For $10, the van was, of course, more than a deal. As time went on, we were very glad the initial payment had only been ten dollars with all the numerous repairs it has required.

Where is the charcoal canister in the Kia Sedona?

Replaced the charcoal/evaporative canister, all under vehicle rubber fuel hoses, purge valve, purge solenoid valve, and two valves on top of the fuel tank. The van would hesitate, misfire, and stall – once almost dying while crossing a 55 MPH highway – until we found the charcoal canister filled with fuel.

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