<![CDATA[Kia Forum - Kia Amanti & Opirus Forum]]> http://www.kia-forums.com Discussion area for Kia Amanti and Kia Opirus! en Fri, 20 Nov 2009 22:24:47 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.kia-forums.com/images/misc/rss.jpg <![CDATA[Kia Forum - Kia Amanti & Opirus Forum]]> http://www.kia-forums.com 04 Draw Short http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55274-04-draw-short-new-post.html Wed, 18 Nov 2009 04:52:44 GMT My 04 Amanti with 27.000 miles suddenly developed a "stuttered start", as if the battery was going bad. A non-Kia shop (the car's out of warranty) said that a short was still drawing juice from the battery after shutdown. They traced it to the block control module and had to stop there because they said it's a job for Kia techs only.

The Kia mechanic found that the negative battery cable was loose on the post and ran diagnostics after tightening it. All turned up 0s. It started well at the dealer but later seemed to have a relapse. I'm not the best mechanic in the world, but it seems that a loose bat cable does not account for a continual voltage loss. I've also discovered that the seat position preset switches are inop.

I'm checking it again in the morning to see how much the battery held overnight. I'll bring the verdict then. ]]> ETenn http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55274-04-draw-short.html Plugs change http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55191-plugs-change-new-post.html Sat, 14 Nov 2009 02:45:51 GMT 04 Amanti - Plugs due at 60K - has anyone done these and if so, how difficult is it ? dealer wants $268 to change plugs !! 04 Amanti - Plugs due at 60K - has anyone done these and if so, how difficult is it ? dealer wants $268 to change plugs !! ]]> ccmnova http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55191-plugs-change.html Cannot find 2008 oil filter http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55126-cannot-find-2008-oil-filter-new-post.html Wed, 11 Nov 2009 01:30:39 GMT Can anyone tell me where the oil filter on the 2008 3.8L Amanti is found on the engine? Can anyone tell me where the oil filter on the 2008 3.8L Amanti is found on the engine? ]]> I Reckon http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55126-cannot-find-2008-oil-filter.html owner http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55045-owner-new-post.html Sat, 07 Nov 2009 00:36:16 GMT how to change spark plugs/2004 kia amanti how to change spark plugs/2004 kia amanti ]]> madagn http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55045-owner.html <![CDATA[Kia Amanti '04-'06 Owners, Relatives, or Friends]]> http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55017-kia-amanti-04-06-owners-relatives-new-post.html Thu, 05 Nov 2009 21:47:02 GMT Seeking a Kia Amanti (2004-2006 only) for a professional, premium strut installation demo in the Chicago area. No strings; mfr. pays all costs. Will provide loaner vehicle. Struts are warrantied and are yours to keep. Reply, if interested to dianaxyz@msn.com. Leave ph # and I will call you asap. Seeking a Kia Amanti (2004-2006 only) for a professional, premium strut installation demo in the Chicago area. No strings; mfr. pays all costs. Will provide loaner vehicle. Struts are warrantied and are yours to keep. Reply, if interested to dianaxyz@msn.com. Leave ph # and I will call you asap. ]]> dianaxyz http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/55017-kia-amanti-04-06-owners-relatives.html Cold start issues http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/54915-cold-start-issues-new-post.html Sun, 01 Nov 2009 02:50:55 GMT 04 amanti 52K - cold weather starts the engine is very noisy for a few minutes - just noticed this again this morning. I'm certain it was never that way previously. Any suggestions as to what this could be. ]]> ccmnova http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/54915-cold-start-issues.html Long time kia tech here.. Any one need an immobilizer for there amanti. http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/54908-long-time-kia-tech-here-any-new-post.html Sat, 31 Oct 2009 21:13:03 GMT Just wanted to let you guys know that i have a brand new kia amanti immobilizer layin around if you need one. It was originally ordered for an 07 amanti. let me know. Just wanted to let you guys know that i have a brand new kia amanti immobilizer layin around if you need one. It was originally ordered for an 07 amanti. let me know. ]]> kiatechcrl http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/54908-long-time-kia-tech-here-any.html 2005 Amanti - really need to replace timing belt/chain? http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/54833-2005-amanti-really-need-replace-timing-new-post.html Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:23:14 GMT I own a 2005 Kia Amanti. Great condition, runs wonderfully. I'm at 60,010 miles, 10 miles past due on what the manual says I need to do at 60,000 miles which is replace my timing belt/chain (forget which it has).

I've never, on any vehicle, had to replace this and I've had a couple of cars where I reached 200,000 miles. However, those were non-interference type engines. I'm skeptical that my timing belt/chain will suddenly snap if not soon replaced, yet the service manual mentions this specifically. This is going to be a costly repair, of course.

My mechanic strongly is urging me that, if I choose to do this, have the water pump replaced as well because if that fails, they'll have to remove the timing belt/chain anyway so might as well kill two birds with one stone.

Thus my dilemma. I'm not even *sure* if the belt requires changing. I know the saying, "Spend $600 now, avoid $6,000 later" and that's what prompts me to do such. However, is this a real maintenance issue? Is this over-concern on Kia's part? Should I go ahead and have this done despite having no problems? If so, should I go ahead and slap in a new water pump?

Lots of questions, no certain answers on my end. All input greatly appreciated. ]]> sir_h http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/54833-2005-amanti-really-need-replace-timing.html <![CDATA[This 1's for Madagn]]> http://www.kia-forums.com/kia-amanti-opirus-forum/54755-1s-madagn-new-post.html Sat, 24 Oct 2009 14:54:07 GMT Remove wheel... remove screws holding rotor
Use a socket wrench with a #3 phillips, you don't want to strip these.
Yellow chalk is fatory torque i've included a pic with all factory torq
Should be very easy, much luck Madagn
O, you'll also have to remove the brake caliper and braket probably [12mm-caliper] [14mm-braket]
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