Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 429

1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.  

2. Remove the cluster fascia panel (B) after removing 2 screws (A) and disconnecting trip switch connector. 

Fig. 3: Identifying Cluster Fascia Panel 
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3. Pull out the cluster (A) from the housing after removing 4 screws. 

Fig. 4: Identifying Cluster 
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4. Disconnect the cluster connector (A) and then remove the cluster. 

 

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Fig. 5: Identifying Cluster Connector 
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5. Installation is the reverse of removal.  

INSPECTION 

SPEEDOMETER 

1. Adjust the pressure of the tires to the specified level.  

2. Drive the vehicle onto a speedometer tester. Use wheel chocks as appropriate.  

3. Check if the speedometer indicator range is within the standard values. 

Fig. 6: Identifying Wheel Chocks 
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CAUTION: Do not operate the clutch suddenly or increase/decrease speed 

rapidly while testing.

NOTE:

Tire wear and tire over or under inflation will increase the indication error.

 

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[MPH] 

SPEEDOMETER VELOCITY SPECIFICATION 

TACHOMETER 

1. Connect the scan tool to the diagnostic link connector or install a tachometer.  

2. With the engine started, compare the readings of the tester with that of the tachometer. Replace the 

tachometer if the tolerance is exceeded. 

TACHOMETER REVOLUTION SPECIFICATION 

FUEL GAUGE SENDER 

1. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between terminals 1 and 2 of sender connector (A) at each 

float level. 

Velocity (MPH)

10

20

40

60

Tolerance (MPH)

+1.3 

0

+1.7 

0

+2.3 

0

+3.0 

0

Velocity (MPH)

80

100

120

-

Tolerance (MPH)

+4.0 

0

+5.0 

0

+6.0 

0

-

CAUTION:



Reversing the connections of the tachometer will damage the 
transistor and diodes inside.  



When removing or installing the tachometer, be careful not to 
drop it or subject it to severe shock.  

Revolution (RPM)

1,000

2,000

3,000

4,000

Engine

Tolerance (RPM)

±100

±125

±150

±150

Gasoline

Tolerance (RPM)

5,000

6,000

7,000

8,000

Engine

Revolution (RPM)

±150

±180

±210

-

Gasoline

 

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Fig. 7: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals 1 And 2 Of Sender Connector 
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2. Also check that the resistance changes smoothly when the float is moved from "E" to "F". 

TERMINALS RESISTANCE CHART 

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE SENDER 

1. Using an ohmmeter, measure the resistance between the terminal 2 and ground. 

TERMINALS RESISTANCE CHART 

OIL PRESSURE SWITCH 

1. Check that there is continuity between the oil press switch terminal and ground with the engine off.  

2. Check that there is no continuity between the terminal and ground with the engine running.  

3. If operation is not as specified, replace the switch. 

Position

Resistance (ohms)

Sender (E)

200

Warning lamp

160

1/2

54.5

Sender (F)

8

CAUTION: If the height resistance Is not within specifications, replace the fuel 

sender as an assembly. 
After completing this test, wipe the sender dry and reinstall it in the 
fuel tank.

Temperature [°F 

(°C)]

140 (60)

185 (85)

230 (110)

257 (127.4)

E/G

Resistance 

(ohms)

128

56.1

25.2

16.1

Gasoline

 

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