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#10 of 208 2004 Kia Sedona Brake Issues by dishnerm21

Aug 02, 2006 (6:41 am)

I have a 2004 Kia Sedona with 34k miles. I am have to turn or replace rotors every 10k miles because of serious vibration when braking. The first two times the dealer turned the rotors and told me they could turn then 7-8 times. They never attempted to find what was causing the issue. The third time they told me I need a complete brake job at the cost of $330. We live in a totally flat area and my wife does not ride the brake, I have paid close attention to this. I have talked to several people at Kia corporate and they are useless. All they can say it is normal for some vehicles to do this. I am replacing the rotors and brakes with non-Kia parts in hope this resolves my issues. This is my last Kia. They advertise such a great warrenty but you might as well not even have one. Has anyone else had this issue?

#11 of 208 2004 Brake problems by smulvey

Aug 03, 2006 (9:00 pm)

My van has 79K on it and I am on the original set of Rotors.
 
Never turn rotors on front wheel drive cars.
 
It is a total waste of money.
 
Buy new ones.
 
I put new pads on the original rotors at 35K miles.
 
My rotors are still good. I checked them last week.
 
I would say you got bad rotors and they made them worse. Also if you have a caliper that is set in or out it will cause problems on the rotors.
 
Most mechanics will run a flat file on the Caliper slides to clear out rust and give you a good slide back and forth.
 
I think you have a poor mechanic at the dealer. Also these Kia guys normally just replace everything. My wife's car had a small brake problem at 30K miles and they replaced everything.
 
The only time Rotors warp is a bad rotor ( it happens ) a bad grip on the rotor ( from the Caliper ) or bad driving ( the driver speeds up and slows down real fast ( my wife borrowed my car for a trip. When she came up the street she drove it like she's dives her Spectra, when she stop next to me I could FEEL the heat coming off those brakes. The kind of use will warp a rotor.)
 
We know that once you WARP a piece of metal it will always try to go back to that warped shape.
 
Your plan is sound- buy NEW third party rotors and get some life out of them for a change. When you remove the calipers use a flat file to remove the rust from the slides, and then using a tissue with a small dab of never seize on it , work that into the porosity of the metal when the rust was.
 
That helps the caliper to move better inboard and outboard , during braking.

#12 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [bpgungirl] by notanotherkia

Aug 04, 2006 (5:21 am)

I have a 2005 sedona, the brakes failed/ needed replaced at 5600, then new pads at 13000, 21000, 30000, and now at 42000. I asked Kia why they were wearing down so fast. He said that either I ride my brake or that Tires Plus doesn't know how to do brakes. I then told him that my drivers side front pads wear down 2-3x faster then my passanger side and he told my that sometimes they wear a little faster on one side then the other. I know I am past the 36000 mi lemon law but if I could get any help I would appriciate it. Thanks

#13 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [bpgungirl] by smulvey

Aug 04, 2006 (5:39 am)

your calipers are not setup correctly and need attention. they are need sitting above the rotor when the pistons press on the pads they must be either inboard or outboard.
 
The pads brakes should last about 30,000 miles of moderate highway driving.
 
City Driving- reduce that to 10,000 since City people are different from country people.
 
plus your car weighs 4700 pounds.
 
If you want to reduce the brake interval do your own front brakes and put on pads and rotors at the same time and you will have better luck.
 
you can also upgrade to the ceramic pads and the drilled brake rotors, i saw them for this car on sale.
 
If you have paid $ 80 for 5 brake jobs you already paid for the difference in price.

#14 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [smulvey] by boxwrench

Aug 04, 2006 (6:53 am)

Replying to: smulvey (Aug 04, 2006 5:39 am)
In reading all the posts about Brake problems, I'm wondering if any of the problems are occuring with ABS Brakes. Our 04 EX has the ABS option, and we have had no brake problems in 25k miles. Possibly different rotor mfg or specs?
 
On another subj -- Has anyone found a replacement for KIA Auto Trans fluid?
 
Boxwrench

#15 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [smulvey] by notanotherkia

Aug 04, 2006 (10:10 am)

Replying to: smulvey (Aug 04, 2006 5:39 am)
The caliper problem, would this not be something kia should take care of?
 
I am currently looking for new rotors NOT from kia. My thinking is that the rotors they are using are causing most of my/our problems with the brakes.
 
I am going to call R1 Concepts and find out if they have rotors for the Sedona. I think they sell pads too. I wonder if we can get SUV pads so that they don't wear as quick.

#16 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [smulvey] by bpgungirl

Aug 04, 2006 (11:40 am)

Replying to: smulvey (Aug 04, 2006 5:39 am)
My 2005 Sedona, which has been in the shop 16 times (including 2 times last week) for mostly the same reasons. Bad breaks (Kia Tech said was normal) never fixed, noise in the rear axle (Kia Tech said was normal) never fixed, excessive noisy A/C and smells VERY moldy (Kia Tech says is normal) never fixed, the over head computer system has been replaced 3 times and still doesn't work so I will be bringing it back in for the 4th new one next week.
 Anyway, when I was in last week about the breaks, the service advisor heard the noise (which was there since 700 miles and complained about monthly) and said he would change the rotors and pads and everything should be corrected. THEN, he advised I would have to pay $129.99 for the break inspection and then between $500.00 and $600.00 for the correct repairs !!!!!! I asked why I had to pay and he said because the breaks are now OUT OF WARRANTY. I advised him that Kia has checked them at least 6 times in the last year and they kept telling me that everything is normal. Now,with only 7,400 miles and 90 days out of warranty they will only repair for the bucks. Sounds like a damn good scam Kia has going for themselves. This can only add support to my Lemon Law case. I feel sorry for anyone who is having problems with Kia, they are rip offs.

#17 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [bpgungirl] by joanc

Aug 04, 2006 (12:19 pm)

Replying to: bpgungirl (Aug 04, 2006 11:40 am)
How many miles do you have on your '05 Sedona? That sounds crazy that Kia won't pay for your repairs since you've been bringing it to their attention for months. My brakes on my'03 were faulty as well (lots of squealing & squeaking), however, my dealership replaced the entire rear brakes (pads, drums, etc) and I've had no problem since. I had absolutely no out of pocket expenses, because of the warranty. Don't let them screw you over!

#18 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [boxwrench] by richardson

Aug 04, 2006 (7:37 pm)

Replying to: boxwrench (Aug 04, 2006 6:53 am)
Check out valvoline max life 75000. Valvoline says it's the same as kia spec. Jim Richardson

#19 of 208 Re: 2005 KIA Sedona BRAKE PROBLEMS! [richardson] by vanner

Aug 04, 2006 (9:42 pm)

Replying to: richardson (Aug 04, 2006 7:37 pm)
Jim: Re: Transmission fluid...Valvoline says it's the same. But does Kia accept it as correct maintenance for this vehicle? Will your warranty hold up? IF Kia won't honor any warranty problems with the tranny will Valvoline?
 
There are lots of synthetic engine oils out there that can go 15,000 miles between changes with filter. Yet Kia's warranty conditions specifically demand oil changes at 3000 miles for "severe use" vehicles, and if you read the terms, you'll find every V-6 is a "severe use" vehicle. They make no allowance for synthetics.
 
I think the synthetics are better for the vehicle. I have no doubt you can go a long time between changes. I think there are probably better quality transmission fluids than Kia's. And Kia certainly does not refine their own transmission fluid - somebody makes it for them. But the point I'm making is that Kia is reknown for backing out of warranties any way they can, and using anything other than the specified fluid is a dandy way to let them out without even squirming. Be careful. (See my post #1178)
 
Same thing with "non-Kia" parts for the brakes. We had the rotors warp at under 5000 miles on our 05 Sedona. No ABS. They just are NOT designed for the weight and stresses of this vehicle. They are the same parts as on the sedans and probably marginal for them. The dealer tried ours when we took it in and agreed they were bad. Rotors were turned (perfectly acceptable repair for me - I do it all the time on all my vehicles) and pads replaced. Been fine for the last 10K and I'm happy with the service.
 
But if I ever have a problem with them again I will swap to after-market "performance" rotors and pads and do the work myself. Hang the warranty. I realize the warranty at least on the brakes will likely be voided. (see my post #1175)
 
Might add that the brake problem and the much-reported fuel pressure sensor warning code are our only problems so far. (The fuel pressure warning is due to a faulty vent valve in the EGR and is well-known.) Dealer handled both okay in my mind. I can't fault our dealer.
 
I also am getting to really like this van the more I live with it. It's my wife's car and I get it very seldom - driving long shifts on long trips. I think it's ALMOST as good as my very old Aerostar which was spectacular at its job. (Still have it at 174K and the 4L V-6 has never been opened!) I can drive it for ten hours and not be stressed out too much.
 
Two months ago the Sedona got just a shade over 20mpg from mid-west to Florida and back, around 2000 miles total, with a heavy passenger and luggage load at an average 75 mph out on I-75 and I-65. (Combined weight would be well over 5000 lbs.) 500 miles of it in Florida in mixed highway/city driving at very high daily temps. I love how well this van's air conditioner handles bringing down the huge interior to comfortable levels in a very short time.
 
For sure it swallows up a whole BIG pile of luggage and gear with ease. May be the most "space efficient" vehicle I've ever packed. And again - the stretch Aerostar is a tough act to follow.
 
For the money - even for more money if it worked out that way - this is a heck of a good vehicle for us so far.

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