2007 Kia Sedona EX, 1991 Toyota Pickup 4x4 Ext, multiple NA Miatas
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My family has been very happy with our '07 Sedona EX thus far. We bought it used in late 2011 with 55k miles. We now have about 72k miles and have had no major issues. It is much better than the '97 Chrysler T&C we had before. These forums sometimes makes it look like the Sedonas are plagued with problems, but in my case that isn't true. I would like a bit better mileage though--the thirsty (but pleasantly powerful) engine is probably my only warning to anyone considering a Kia van.
That said...
My van needs an alignment. One shop said that it "may have electronic steering assist" which means more work for a reset and an extra $40 charge. He said he wouldn't know until I bring it in, but I'm smart enough to do my own research. I likely won't take it to that shop. Does anyone know if the 2007 EX does in fact have electric steering assist? I found information saying both yes and no, so thought I would ask here. What have others experienced in getting alignment. The quote for 4-wheel is $83+tax.
Second, are these vans known to warp front rotors more easily than most other vehicles? Maybe the OEM rotors are on the thin side? Ours warped sometime last year. Turning was about the same as one rotor, so I opted for that, knowing that it would likely happen again. The shop said it was the last turn we could do, which suggested that they are either thin when new or the prior owners had turned them once or twice. I know most OEM rotors don't leave a lot of extra thickness, especially those on imported vehicles. Not surprisingly, they have become warped again. I have new rotors on order (Raybestos "Professional Grade" brand) and I'm hoping they'll be a little tougher.
That said...
My van needs an alignment. One shop said that it "may have electronic steering assist" which means more work for a reset and an extra $40 charge. He said he wouldn't know until I bring it in, but I'm smart enough to do my own research. I likely won't take it to that shop. Does anyone know if the 2007 EX does in fact have electric steering assist? I found information saying both yes and no, so thought I would ask here. What have others experienced in getting alignment. The quote for 4-wheel is $83+tax.
Second, are these vans known to warp front rotors more easily than most other vehicles? Maybe the OEM rotors are on the thin side? Ours warped sometime last year. Turning was about the same as one rotor, so I opted for that, knowing that it would likely happen again. The shop said it was the last turn we could do, which suggested that they are either thin when new or the prior owners had turned them once or twice. I know most OEM rotors don't leave a lot of extra thickness, especially those on imported vehicles. Not surprisingly, they have become warped again. I have new rotors on order (Raybestos "Professional Grade" brand) and I'm hoping they'll be a little tougher.