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tinman08 Feb 2, 2002 6:19pm
A more recent thread starts here:
mobilmac Sep 28, 2002 11:02pm
Steve, Host
In section 6-18 of the Owners Manual it states that "the specified tightening torque is 65-87 ft. lb. (88-118 Nm)".
Also, the Kia section in the November popular Mechanics that exsedona1 mentioned is actually a "Special Advertising Section" paid for by Kia. It was still good to read more about the Sedona however.
MVFrank.
The best results come when you know what board the post is in that you are searching for. Then you go there and search the discussion body text in that discussion.
The title search is ok for finding the boards where pertinent posts are, but the real help comes when you limit the search to a single discussion.
Keep experimenting! And expect some fine tuning of the search options as the weeks go by.
Steve, Host
... maybe the extra 1000 lbs in the Sedona was the reason why it "has excellent *crushing* test results"!!
Steve, Host
I like our Sedona a lot; my impression is it's so heavy for 2 primary reasons: 1) Kia included some heavier-duty, albeit lower-tech, characteristics vs. other minivans; 2) Kia is not an expert in developing a minivan with the lowest possible weight.
If Kia could have made the Sedona 4,000 pounds at a cost the same as it was to make Sedona 4,700 pounds, I'm sure they would have. My preference would be for Sedona to be 4,000 pounds instead of 4,700, but I still like Sedona at 4,700 pounds. The EPA fuel economy ratings seem to be overly conservative - most people are doing much better than 15 mpg city and 20 mpg highway. Poorer handling is the only other drawback I can think of due to excess weight. And our Sedona seems to handle just fine.
It sure seems to me that the heavy weight contributes to the Sedona's good crash test ratings.
2) Grounding plate replacement for the keyless entry receiver. As posted earlier by ???, supposedly extends the range of the transmitter to much more than the 10' I get.
(And if you only have one remote, and are feeling adventurous, see about having them get you a remote system that supports two remotes? Let us know what happens if you do.)
There hasn't been much talk of prices paid for 2003s, but the few I've heard have gotten less than $1,000 off MSRP. MSRP seems to be slightly higher than 2002s, but not much.
If buying a 2002, look for one that has a 3rd row floor mat and TWO keyless remotes - probably a van built after Feb. 2002 or so. Some of the earlier-built units did not include the 3rd row floor mat or a 2nd keyless remote.
Steve, Host
As far as the fuel economy, I would add this. The Sedona, with it's 5 speed transmission uses more gas in the city. I log my consumption and it is nothing to jump about in in-town driving. This van has power and torque, it does not have a hard time getting out of its own way. I believe these factors aid in the higher in-town consumption. Highway driving is very respectable non-towing 23-24mpg, and makes up for it. For myself and my lifestyle, this van has everything I want. Function, style, comfort, performance...Ex3
I couldn't help but notice coming back home this evening, just how smoothly the car glides down the road. Fantastic! Being in a Cessna for 3 hours may have affected my senses, but nevertheless. The premium sound system belted out some Aerosmith through the wide open moonroof; what a way to end the day!
I got this info from the new 2003 Kia Sedona Pamphlet
Thank you, BlueDevils for the advice!!!
She slapped my Ego around pretty good with the Sedona. Embarassing to say the least. (My oldest son won't let me forget this one for a while.) "Smoked by a minivan"
The 3.5ltr in the KIA was/is impressive.
No map lights? No trip computer? Where is the Homelink if there is no overhead console?
Bummer on the tach; I really like those.
As for Chevy, the only thing that comes to mind is...
GO KIA!
Ex3
Any advice?
I have the same problem with my '02 EX and took it along with a copy of post #2432 to my dealer and to another dealer close by. Both acted like they could not read what was written, and when they phoned the "tech line" that NO ONE at the "tech line" knew anything about this or had ever heard of this problem with grounding.
I am totally frustrated with this. Have any of you gotten this runaround? If so, how did you get this resolved. What is this mysterious "tech line" that only KIA service people can call, and if, as in the post, if this had been taught at KIA school why doesn't KIA admit to knowing about it.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks..
BTW, my antenna bends quite a bit but I would not call it rigid. Can anyone else chime in to assist in the removal?
So if your dealer said it might take 3 months to get a custom-ordered Sedona, that might be correct.
I just became a new 03 Sedona owner (5 days old with 20 miles.:).
I’ve gotten a lot of info reading this forum about the 02 Sedona, which lead me to purchase my new 03 EX. Now I can contribute myself on 03 EX info to share with other owners or future owners. My initial Target minivan was the Honda Ody but after test driving and dealing with the dealers with an attitude. I have decided to go with Kia.
I paid $22,300 w/o tax, title and doc fees for new 03 EX fully loaded (minus the leather) I also, got free Sunroof Visor and Mud flap (I know these options don’t cost much but hey it’s free).
This price included rust proof protection for under body, paint and fabric protection
(Price was $1450 - Discount of $465 = $985). So, my real purchase price is $21,315.
I didn't want it but I had no choice. This was the only dealer
that had more than 10 2003 Sedona in stock in Chicago land area.
And they put this rust proof protection on all the Sedonas.
The rust proof option is called 'Chrysler Master Shield Protection' or something.
This dealer also sells Jeep/Eagle. I think they put this on their
Jeep Cherokees and wranglers. Does anyone know about this ‘Rust Proof Protection’ option? My friends and family told me that this is just another option that dealer makes big $$$ on and I don't really need this option.
I did notice that the whole under body is covered with some kind of black rubbery material. Anyways, look forward to sharing info with you all on new 03 EX.
Your friends and family are right about after market rustproofing being a costly add-on. Another expensive frill was the fabric protection dealers used to "install" on new cars.
You didn't have a choice in the matter so don't feel suckered. Consumer reports has all kinds of press on these sort of add ons.
Fact is you have an excellent van costing $1000's less then others.
Next time you see one of those high priced Mini's remember it's all the same.
Glass, plastic, and rubber... and you got a deal on yours.
Enjoy the new van...
Steve, Host
Something to do with emissions and fumes escaping from the gas tank triggering the light if the cap leaks vapors.
Steve, Host
I took out all the rear seats this morning and currently have a new washer and dryer, still in the boxes, in the back - fit easily with room to spare! Got to love the utility value of the minivan!
And no, the light came on before I picked up the cargo.
But you still got a great deal on your van. Especially this early in the model year.
About your mud flap(s). If they are the genuine Kia part, are they a hard, rigid rubber or are they more pliable? I've always wondered if these were paintable. If so, I'd like to add a pair on the rear and match them to the platinum paint.
Also I'd like to see a Sedona with ground effects/running boards. My son has morfed a photo of a Sedona with them and it looked pretty sharp.