Top 10 2006 Kia Sedona Questions & Answers

Got it, with the help and eyes of my wife. The rear latch releases as the seat back is lowered. This release is ALMOST seat back down (about 3 inches above the seat bottom). As the seat back lowers, apply constant lift on the rear latch, and it will release as the seat back lowers. Hard-won knowledge - I think I invented some bad words in the process.

Mist the switch with a small amount of windex then blow it out with canned air.

does your horn work when you press on the horn on the steering wheel?if not your horn is bad,,,does your remote still lock the doors?if so you dont need a battery,one battery does it all,,

Transmissions these days need very little maintenance, our fluids are advanced formulas that hold up for an average of 100,000 miles, most vehicle manufactures recommend no maintenance for automatic transaxles these days.As for a transmission flush I don't recommend this because it's an expense that is not needed and possibly could loosen some contaminants setting them loose to possibly clog some of the very small passages in the transaxle requiring full transaxle service,which could include removal,dissassembly,etc of your trans.Now draining and replacing fluid is OK if that makes you feel a peace of mind but normally not needed,if you decide to do that,as far as quantity just note approx. how much fluid is drained and purchase similar amount in quarts and then refill (DO NOT OVERFILL)
start engine, let it warm up to operating temp,then check the transmission dipstick for the correct level,remember the vehicle needs to be on a level surface,hot idiling in park when you check the fluid level. Good luck !

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The fuse is in the engine compartment fuse box. See diagram in the owners manual section 6-11..to find out which one it is, or read the list (provided with amp labeling) on the inside cover to review the fuses there.
Locate the windshield washer fuse accordingly and replace it with the same labeled new fuse.

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code p2189 and p2187 = air/fuel mixture too lean on both cylinder banks which in turn generates excessive emissions = failed inspection.
What can cause a lean mixture:
- Incorrect main charge signal
- Intake air system leaking
- Fuel pressure too low
- Volume supply of fuel pump too low
- Mechanical fault in injectors
- PCV valve leaks
- Leaks in exhaust system
- EVAP canister purge valve mechanically faulty (hangs open)
All these must be checked.

I WOULD CHECK ALTERNATOR OUT PUT AT BATTERY WITH ENGINE RUNNING.VOLTAGE AT BATTERY SHOULD BE 13.5 - 14.5 VOLTS. IF NOT CHECK ALTERNATOR DRIVE BELT MAKE SURE BELT NOT LOOSEN DUE TO BAD BELT TENSIONER, I HAVE SEEN THIS PROBLEM BEFORE WHILE BACK.WHEN HEADLIGHT BRIGHTEN UP WHEN YOU PRESS ACCELERATOR ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE REGULATOR GETTING READY TO FAIL OR ENGINE IDLING TOO LOW.IF YOU HAVE TO REPLACE ALTERNATOR OR BATTERY FIRST TURN OFF RADIO TO KEEP FROM LOCKING IT OUT.CHECK BATTERY VOLTAGE WHEN YOU TURN OFF ENGINE BATTERY VOLTAGE SHOULD DROP BACK DOWN TO 12.6 VOLTS. IF BATTERY QUICKLY DROP DOWN 11.0 TO 10 VOLTS BATTERY HAS WEAK CELLS. IF ANY THING WRONG WITH BAATERY OR ALTERNATOR YOU WILL SEE LOW CHARGE OR LOW BATTERY LIGHT ON THE DASH.

The front heater/AC blower is under the dash on the passenger side and can be removed in less than 5 minutes with a #2 phillips screw driver. (6 screws) I purchase an after-market blower for $65 as opposed to the dealers $175. When the "after-Market" blower arrived I found it had the same stampings, stickers and was made in the same Korean factory! The rear blower is in the passenger side rear quarter panel and is a little tougher to remove. If you have any skill with a screw driver it's a piece of cake.

I own a 2006 KIA SEDONA LX the gear shifter would get stuck and not allow me to shift into gear. Remedy 1 : I replaced the brake sswitch which controls this that was not the answer.Remedy 2: In the gear shift handle a took it apart in the piece you press it would not pop back out, on the opposite side i located the cover which houses a spring which I located it was broken in three piece replaced and up and running. Good luck to all of you with this problem . Any questions you can call 661-303-1299 for clarification ask for Vince

a 2006 kia sedona is not self-programmable, you will have to go to a professional locksmith or dealer to get a key fob programmed sorry :(