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#25 of 38 Re: TSB- 2004 Sedona - Struts [chrisbatto] by boxwrench

Apr 24, 2007 (7:28 pm)

Replying to: chrisbatto (Apr 23, 2007 12:56 pm)
Chris,
Here is a partial description of TSB #KT2007020501 from the KiaTech website. Just refer your dealer to that TSB #. If your Sedona is still within the warranty it should be at no cost. Mine was with 30k on the odometer.
Try this site for info
 
Boxwernch
 
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TSB No. KT2007020501 TSB Type General
Language English Published 2/5/2007
Model Sedona [GQ](2005) Area N. America
Gr./Sys./Comp Suspension System / Front Suspension System / Front Strut Assembly
Symptom SSN001 - Noise
Subject 2002-2005 Sedona Strut Mount Improvements (Chassis - 015)
Description
 
Some owners of 2002-2005 Sedona vehicles produced from 5/1/2001-8/31/2005 may complain of front suspension noise over rough road surfaces at speeds between 18-31 MPH. To reduce the noise Kia has redesigned the strut mount with a modified rubber composition to improve the overall sound dampening in the affected speed range. However, all other suspension components should be checked for performance prior to installing these replacement strut mounts. Concerns with worn out struts and/or rubber mounting components should be addressed before installing these revised mounts. This TSB should only be used for customer complaints at speeds between 18-31 MPH.

#26 of 38 Re: TSB- 2004 Sedona - Struts [boxwrench] by chrisbatto

Apr 24, 2007 (8:43 pm)

Replying to: boxwrench (Apr 24, 2007 7:28 pm)
Hi Boxwrench,
 
Thank you,
 
I signed up at:
http://www.kiatechinfo.com/index.asp
 
Got it all and more...you are too kind.
 
Chris

#27 of 38 Looking for structs and struct questions, please. by bwayn

May 02, 2008 (6:11 pm)

Hi there,
  
I have a Sedona '02. Looking for a pair of struts and seems unavailable after market. I have google and found nothing. Would you please advice me where to get them in reasonable price. Preferable online. May be a part number or something specific that can help me spot it. Do I need to get the strut mounts and dampers?
  
The struts vibration issue discussion on this thread has been a year by now. Is there a fix for that yet? The problem seems getting worse.
  
Your help is greatly appreciated.

#28 of 38 Re: Looking for structs and struct questions, please. [bwayn] by metche

May 03, 2008 (3:41 pm)

Replying to: bwayn (May 02, 2008 6:11 pm)
Try Bestvalueautoparts.com

#29 of 38 Re: Looking for structs and struct questions, please. [metche] by bwayn

May 04, 2008 (12:53 pm)

Replying to: metche (May 03, 2008 3:41 pm)
Thanks metche; they don't have it.

#30 of 38 Strut issues for a 2006 Kia Sedona by jimmyy43

Jun 01, 2008 (12:33 pm)

I have been reading the post about strut issues and the "fix" for harsh ride and bumps. All of the post that I have read seem to be for 2005 and earlier. I have the same complaints with my 2006, as in harsh ride over bumps etc. Does anyone have the same problems with their 2006 and if so is there a factory bulletin out on the repair of the 2006?

#31 of 38 Re: Strut issues for a 2006 Kia Sedona [jimmyy43] by onedmc

Jun 02, 2008 (12:17 pm)

Replying to: jimmyy43 (Jun 01, 2008 12:33 pm)
I have a 2006 Kia sedona. I had front passenger side "clunking" and took it to local Kia dealer in Trenton, NJ. They first replaced front "sway bar"? and clunking still persisted. On 2nd look they had to replace the whole engine"cradle" which is a 4ft. x 4ft. square piece that the engine and other suspension parts are attached to. Clunking noise is no longer there. This was a 2 day repair and they gave me a loaner during the repairs.

#32 of 38 Re: Strut issues for a 2006 Kia Sedona [onedmc] by jimmyy43

Jun 02, 2008 (3:40 pm)

Replying to: onedmc (Jun 02, 2008 12:17 pm)
Thanks for the reply. We too have had the back engine cradles replaced and that cleared up that particular noise. Soon I'll go to the dealer, who by the way has been very good, and investigate an noise coming from the rear of the van. Its hard to explain and not real loud but it's there non the less. If it were a rear wheel drive, I would say it was coming from the differential. Kind of like a low hollow constant noise...very faint but now that it has appeared I notice it constantly. The type of road I'm on doesn't seem to make a difference in the sound. Always there and only when the van is going down the road so I'm reasonably sure it's not the fuel pump noise others complain about. Maybe a wheel bearing? I'll call my service adviser and have him research any strut issues also. This van simply does not ride smooth and hit any seams or imperfections in the road with a Bang! Again thanks and I'll keep people advised. I might wait until my next oil change which is about a month or so away.

#33 of 38 Re: Strut issues for a 2006 Kia Sedona [jimmyy43] by maloniwrench

Mar 19, 2009 (6:30 pm)

Replying to: jimmyy43 (Jun 02, 2008 3:40 pm)
Hi there!
 
My wife and I purchased a 2006 LX model in early '07. It started making the same (at least I think the same) thumping noise and riding pretty rough recently.
 
Was the repair you mentioned covered under warranty ( I hope?)
 
In going through my warranty manual it doesn't look as though it would be, without a very serious fight.
 
Thanks!

#34 of 38 Re: Strut issues for a 2006 Kia Sedona [maloniwrench] by jimmyy43

Mar 19, 2009 (7:10 pm)

Replying to: maloniwrench (Mar 19, 2009 6:30 pm)
Sorry I will not be of much help. The Sedona has a lot of nice features but we were in the shop so many times that after 2 years we lost confidence in it and traded it in. After the last visit, for failure to start I drove out of the shop, hit a small bump in the road and there was that thud and I said I am not going back!
Interestingly...we have had our next vehicle (not a Kia) for 8 months and 6500 miles and NOT ONE issue so far!
Good luck and sorry I offered no help.

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