Kia Sid is a modern Korean car, it began to be delivered to the domestic automobile market relatively recently, and gained popularity in a short time. However, every car, sooner or later, needs to be repaired.
For example, to change the air filter, you need to slightly lift the upper part of the protective housing. Next, lift the filter itself. At the bottom of the filter housing, as a rule, various debris accumulates. We collect all this in one pile and clean it with a rag, then we install the filter in its regular place.
As for the air conditioner, its repair usually comes down to replacing the belt. Carefully unscrew the tensioner bolt and adjusting bolt. We change the old belt to a new one and tighten all the bolts in place. It is recommended to note in advance for yourself exactly how the old belt passed, otherwise it will simply be cut.
Let's say a lamp burned out on your Kia Sid car, what should you do? Need to change. We buy all the necessary materials in the store and start work. But it's not as easy as it seems at first glance. In the left headlight, only the high beam section is available. To get to the low beam department, we need to remove the battery for a while. To change the lamp in the turn signal, you need to remove the headlight, carefully bend the bumper, pull out the turn signal base and replace it. There are no such difficulties on the right side, the only moment is the expansion tank, it will need to be removed.
With taillights, everything is much simpler. You can get to them through the hatches that are in the sides of the luggage compartment. Stop lamps change without any problems.
Let's move on to replacing the PTF. First of all, we unscrew the core, which consists of three caps, then pull out the caps and bend the fender liner down to remove the lamp socket. Cartridges have a limited length of wires, this causes additional difficulties. In this case, a jack can help.
We will replace the coolant in the radiator. If you need to change the coolant, then you need to find a small tap on the radiator. Open the faucet and drain the used liquid, fill in a new one instead.
We change brake pads. We purchase all the spare parts that will be needed to replace the Kia Sid brake pads, then unscrew the bolt of the lower guide, then pull out the block by turning the calipers up. In order to replace the brake disc, unscrew the bolts that attach it to the hub. We unfasten the bracket and only after that we remove the brake disc. The rear disc drum is dismantled by unhooking the suspension arm. Reverse fasteners are made after removal from the jack.
Engine oil change. We start the power unit and wait five minutes until it warms up. This is done so that the oil is glassed into the pan. Next, take the dipstick, wipe it and look at the oil level. If it is below the "L" level, then oil must be added.
Kia Sid soundproofing
On Kia Sid, sound insulation is carried out as often as on domestic cars, despite the modernity, reliability and comfort of the “Korean”. The level of "Shumka" carried out at the plant leaves much to be desired. From the article you will learn how the sound insulation of the wheel arches of the car is carried out.
Standard soundproofing "Korean" and its disadvantages
It is enough to disperse the “Korean” to 80 km / h, how to communicate with passengers is already becoming completely uncomfortable. And music is a whole other story. Music lovers - with hostility, lovers of listening to something, too, over time, from such a sound, feel real stress.
And what is there, who knows about these problems with the “Shumka”, leaves the old media system as it is, because they understand the futility of replacing it. Naive owners buy expensive acoustics in the hope of changing something for the better, but, alas, there is no end to disappointment.
The lack of high-quality sound insulation allows external sounds to penetrate into the cabin. This is not only the rumbling of a powerful power unit under the hood, but also the noise of the wind, raindrops, in a word, everything that can make noise outside the window.
Such a scenario makes it necessary to increase the volume of the speakers, but this generates a resonant rattle of the iron body elements, which are completely or partially uncovered by the “shumka”.
Note. In particular, these can be doors that primarily affect the sound of the car's speaker system. Or wheel arches, on which a lot also depends.
What is the reason for the poor factory sound insulation of many cars
Today you can meet two categories of Kia owners:
- The former are extremely negative about the very idea of intervention in the interior of the car;
- Second, they like to experiment.
As a result of this, the former operate the car, despite the “heartbreaking” rumble from the side of the wheel arches, but the latter are able to significantly change the situation for the better.
Note. Especially often the situation with noise discomfort is felt in the winter period. To the usual road noise, there is also the hum from the “studs”, in which a caring car owner puts shoes on his favorite car.
Not only Kia, but also other, more eminent, auto manufacturers are trying to solve the problem, but something prevents them from doing it. As a rule, this can be explained by the financial side of the issue and environmental requirements.
If you dig deeper, it becomes clear that the automaker has a single goal - to sell a car with high performance, which means light weight, low fuel consumption and good payback. And so, in the pursuit of weight reduction, it is the Shumka that suffers in the first place.
This situation has been happening more and more frequently lately. So, the more modern the car, the less the manufacturer cares about reliable sound insulation, entering into competition with other automakers, caring only about how to attract a buyer.
On the other hand, the presence of good sound insulation at the factory level can act as a good competitive advantage, especially in the premium segment.
In a word, what is there to guess and understand. Anyway, the car has already been bought. You have to try to bring it back to normal. An elegant and effective solution in terms of increasing sound insulation is the processing of Kia wheel arches.
How is this procedure done by hand
This will help, of course, several times reduce the level of noise coming into the cabin from the wheels and the road surface.
So, wheel arches can be easily and simply soundproofed on their own, if you mount special soundproofing devices and install them on open areas of the bottom. No need to go anywhere, spend money on services at a car service, where the price will obviously disappoint many. For such a seemingly simple operation, they take a lot of money, which in the current crisis is clearly reflected in the family budget.
Here are some unique and powerful tools you can use with your own hands to increase the effect of noise cancellation:
- Assorted sheets of thick foil and bitumen;
- Some kind of vibration damper (it could be, for example, a Bimast Bomb with a sound absorber);
- Other ready-made solutions.
Two ways to carry out the "Shumkov" wheel arches
As you know, the “shumka” of wheel arches is carried out in 2 main ways:
- 1st involves the processing of arches from the inside of the car. In this case, it is necessary to thoroughly clean the surface, and then degrease it. The arch area is almost completely covered with soundproofing. The Bimast + Accent scheme proved to be one of the best, but other options are possible;
- 2nd option - insulation from the outside. Here you will have to try harder, cleaning the surface of the arch. In addition, you will have to remove some parts, thoroughly clean everything from anticorrosive and degrease. A more serious vibration damper, for example, Bimast Bomb, should already act as a material.
The 2nd way of "shumka" wheel arches will give the best effect, but there is a slight difference regarding the appearance of a terrible enemy of metal - corrosion. Experts advise all other non-glued areas to be thoroughly smeared with anticorrosive. It is desirable that it be mastic.
At present, there is another good opportunity to carry out sound insulation using liquid modern means. also used outside. This is a mixture, like mastic or cannon fat, but it does an excellent job of damping all vibrations and absorbing third-party sounds.
Here are some useful tips on how to increase the effectiveness of the “shumka” of wheel arches from the outside:
- Lockers or wheel arch liners are on the Kia Sid, but depending on the modification, car mileage, and the like, they may need to be replaced. Better to put modern plastic;
- The lockers must also be glued with soundproofing material (some kind of vibration damper laid on the inside will do a good job);
- Instead of standard caps, it is better to use galvanized self-tapping screws or other stainless steel fasteners (the fender liner will become noticeably heavier after soundproofing and the caps may not withstand).
"Shumka" with rubber
Such a “shumka” of wheel arches has long been loved by motorists.
Here are its benefits:
- The composition is the most practical, because it gives a great effect and can be used simultaneously with various additives that give a dense and unusual layer;
- The thick black mass is incredibly stable to temperature swings, even if it reaches critical states;
- She is not afraid of exposure to moisture or gravel, even if the car is at high speed;
- It is very effective not only for processing arches, but also for the entire bottom of the car body.
As for the application technology:
- Arches get rid of dirt;
- Surfaces are coated with a primer for better adhesion;
- We must wait until it dries, then apply the first layer of liquid rubber;
- Now we need to wait for the rubber to dry.
Note. By the way, the process of polymerization of liquid rubber covers a varied amount of time. The environmental conditions are of no small importance. As for applying the composition, it is better to do this with a sprayer or a large brush.
We continue:
- Only after making sure that the first layer is dry, the second is applied.
Liquid rubber will work great in combination with traditional soundproofing. It will ideally fill all the gaps on the arch. In addition to the basic protection against noise, rubber insulation will protect the Kia body from corrosion and impacts of small stones.
Advice. Before carrying out rubber soundproofing, it is recommended to cover the rest of the body and chassis parts. This way you can protect them from splashing.
As a result, it will take a little money to soundproof the wheel arches, carried out in different ways. It will be necessary to spend money only on consumables and a couple of other fasteners.
The price of such an operation in the service station will cost at least 15 thousand rubles. The high cost makes it relevant to do the work by independent forces.
If problems arise during the implementation process, we recommend using photo and video materials. No less valuable information is contained in other instructions posted on our website.
The South Korean company KIA is a steadfast tin soldier of the global automotive market. Decades of painstaking work was spent by the company on recapturing the foothold of the western highway. It was not without ridicule and loss.
However, in any situation, KIA chose the most constructive way to solve problems. Together with the Russians, the Koreans ate the proverbial pood of salt. They broke a loaf of bread with the Europeans. In general, they ate a dog in relations with the Americans ... And they achieved impressive success! His name is KIACeed!
The KIA Sid car can rightly be called one of the most successful developments of the Korean concern. A modern, extremely expressive design, a powerful and economical engine, a comfortable interior, excellent driving performance - all these are the advantages of KIA Sid! There are no flaws in the car that would seriously annoy the owners.
But that's not important. It turned out that KIACeed with gratitude "refers" to making changes to the original design. Since the younger generation of motorists do not want to be content with run-in factory solutions and are eager to get more of the average "car happiness" offered, a movement for car tuning alteration has arisen and is expanding.
Literate do-it-yourself KIA Сeed tuning- a set of actions aimed at increasing the power characteristics of the car, at improving handling, at the maximum approximation of the external appearance and interior to the aesthetic preferences of the owner.
Chip tuning of the KIA Сeed engine - the alpha and omega of success
How to get from an already fast car results that exceed its standard performance? At the same time, avoiding a deep refinement of the motor design? This question is traditionally of interest to lovers of active driving.
With KIA Sid, this task is solved simply, since the power unit of the car has a decent power reserve. Hidden by careful developers at the production stage of the car, the stock of horsepower needs to be released! After completing chip tuning Kia Ceed, we will release the potential of the engine, improve its dynamics without increasing fuel consumption.
The one who chipped the motor with specialists was convinced of its effectiveness. So, for example, flashing the KIA Sid electronic control unit with a 1.6L CVVT gasoline engine increases power by 12% (from 122 base to 137 hp) and increases torque by 11% (from 154 to 171 Nm). For a standard "aspirated" is a very enviable result.
on diesel Kia Ceed(ED) 1.6 CRDi fixed even higher parameters. The increase in power after chipping reaches 21% (from 90 to 108 hp), and the torque increases by a third (from 235 to 305 Nm).
After spending half an hour on flashing the electronics, paying two hundred dollars for a gasoline and three hundred for a diesel engine, you get an updated car. Tuned Sid rapidly accelerates at the start and does not fail when accelerating to overtake, working steadily throughout the entire rev range. Unlike turbocharging - an expensive and complex operation - chip tuning does not create overloads for engine systems and parts, does not shorten the life of delicate gas distribution units.
Fuel consumption after tuning chip KIACeed according to the most pessimistic reviews, it increases by no more than 5% (and only for drivers who practice an aggressive driving style). Those who prefer smooth handling, without sharp spurts and emergency braking, are waiting for gasoline savings. Carrying out a qualified Chip tuning Kia Sid produces a distinct decrease in motor appetite. According to the urban cycle - minus one liter per hundred kilometers! A very noticeable difference!
For warranty holders Kia Ceed with a gasoline naturally aspirated engine, craftsmen found an original version of chipping, bypassing diagnostic scanners. A special device has been developed, implemented and successfully operated, connected to the electronic control unit, and making the necessary changes to the software. If necessary, it is easy to remove, and then just as easy to put back into place.
The cost of a chip module for gasoline engines KIA Sid is from ten, and for diesel engines - from thirteen thousand rubles for the first half of 2014. Manufacturers have ensured the compatibility of their module with any type of transmission, guaranteeing an increase in engine power by 10%, and a reduction in fuel consumption up to 1 l / 100 km.
Suspension tuning KIACeed adapts the car to increased loads
Having increased the engine power and acceleration dynamics of the KIA Sid, it's time to look under the bottom. There is no need to look for any serious shortcomings that require urgent improvement. Thoughtful Korean engineers worked out the transmission and suspension well, giving all the nodes and mechanisms a sufficient margin of safety. Twelve percent power increase stock suspension units KIACeed will last no problem!
But it doesn’t hurt to improve the car’s handling, especially since there are proven design solutions for this.
Stability on tight turns is increased by installing a set of branded Pro Spacer spacers that expand the road track (transverse distance between the wheels) KIACeed.
Some studios offer to perform suspension tuning KIA Sid, which consists in installing a set of shortened Pro Kit springs on the car. Before agreeing to a transformation of this kind, it is worth thinking carefully. By lowering the center of gravity of the car by 40 mm, we will definitely improve handling. However, the improvement made will reduce the ground clearance to 110 mm. For our bumpy highways and toothy curbs, this gap is too small.
If you have the desire and sufficient opportunities, you can implement the ideas outlined in the article on installing air suspension on a serial passenger car - page. KIA Seed with variable clearance looks cool and drives differently!
External tuning gives the standard car a unique personality
Having improved handling and raising power, it's time to update the exterior. External tuning KIA Seed does not require radical measures in the form of expanding the wheel arches for large-sized wheels and other complex "surgical" manipulations. Reshaping the body - the lot of outdated models!
Perfection of proportions and grace of forms KIACeed it is enough to add light “cosmetics” in the form of an intricate airbrush pattern or decorative overlay “vinyl”.
The car looks great, painted in monochrome colors with tinted windows. If you are offered to paint the roof and hood black, agree. From such a decision, the black and white exterior of your car will only benefit.
Tinted headlights and rear optics in body color will add mystery to the car. The discreet charm of discreet solidity attracts attention more than bright sports coloring...
However, the design studios of our country offer hundreds of options for a radical update of the KIA Sid appearance. It is impossible not to recognize contrasting combinations of colors and clear lines of drawings as successful!
Installing sports aerodynamic body kits, sticking a glossy film on the roof and a matte film on the hood of the car is another win-win option. external tuning KIACeed.
Carbon fiber hood...
And the new radiator grille is a very useful addition that improves the exterior and raises the ergonomics of the car.
The lambo doors on the three-door Kia Seed are eye-catching and give the ground-only vehicle an aerospace feel. However, operating a car with doors resembling swan wings can bring not only joy, but also disappointment.
Without additional body reinforcement, cracks may appear at the door attachment points. The accuracy of the operation of the gas shock absorbers of the lambo kit depends on the outside temperature. In the cold season, lambo doors do not always want to rise to the desired height. The driver sometimes has to crawl out from under them like out of a cave ... In the hot season, on the contrary, gas springs literally shoot out the doors after unlocking the lock.
Having decided to put such an ambiguous device on the car, choose a kit with two opening modes (up and to the side). Such a device is quite expensive, but during the autumn-winter slush, dirt falling from a raised door will not drip down your collar.
Wheels! Any tuning KiaCeed makes sense only with the mandatory replacement of standard wheels with new ones. The openwork design of the discs is the best fit for the design style of KIA Sid. When choosing new alloy wheels for a car, remember that seventeen-inch wheels with low-profile tires are only suitable for driving on smooth asphalt. For worse trails, it is better to equip sixteen-inch rims with normal profile rubber.
The hardness of the metals used to make alloy wheels is low. With intensive use, they are scratched; dust and dirt accumulate in the scratches, as a result, the once elegant discs grow dull and “sad”. In the article on the page, we explained how to keep alloy wheels in a state of constant novelty.
It is better to replace standard halogens in KIA Sid headlights with xenon, which
perfectly illuminates the road at night. It is undesirable to combine halogen light sources with xenon ones. Firstly, the yellow light of halogens and the white glow of xenon do not harmonize with each other. Secondly, a much larger area of the space in front of the car is visible in the dipped xenon light than when the halogen bulbs are on.
Xenon fog lights illuminate the road from the bumper itself, reducing the risk of wheels hitting road potholes. By installing xenon fog lights, we expand the angle of illumination. Visible becomes not only its own, but also neighboring lanes, which is important for safe maneuvering.
Confidently fashionable LED sidelights are both informative and decorative.
It is better to replace the lamps in a car service, because do-it-yourself tuning of KIA Sid optics does not allow fine tuning of the light beam.
"Cilia" - actual decoration of optics KIACeed. On the headlights, monolithic “cilia”, painted in body color, look beautiful.
LED "cilia" can be installed independently by buying a meter and a half of luminous tape and adhesive-sealant.
The attention of the tuning master is also worthy of the taillights of the KIA Sid.
The polycarbonate lenses of today's headlights and taillights are strong but subject to abrasion. The materials of the article on the page will help you keep the KIA LED lighting devices in perfect condition.
A newfangled offer - disc lighting - organically applied to KIACeed.
Complex solutions for car night lighting sometimes become real works of applied art.
A detailed story about the illumination of the bottom of the car awaits you on the page.
Tuning salon KIACeed - the way to improve visual and tactile comfort
Thanks to the innately high ergonomics, the KIA Sid salon has earned a lot of user gratitude. The car is spacious and roomy, plastic pleases with high quality and precision fit. The overall picture of the regular interior is pleasantly complemented by comfortable armrests, drawers for small items and a panel for glasses.
The dashboard, with its non-trivial futuristic design and soft orange backlight, also does not need to be improved. However, the creation of unexpected, but captivating illumination of the pedal niche and auxiliary devices dramatically changes the degree of perception of the car.
Indisputable from an aesthetic point of view, the improvement of the interior is the upholstery of the interior with artificial leather in contrasting colors. Dressed in black and red Alcantra, the interior looks exclusive and luxurious.
Few cars manage to noticeably transform the rear seats. But in KIA Sid it is easy to create a single ensemble of front seats and a rear sofa. The rhythmic segmentation of the pattern and the uniform architecture of the front and rear seats help.
For an enterprising and active follower of tuned KIA cars, Sid is desirable and promising. Experiences of amateur alteration of this car are not yet particularly numerous. Create an original and unique car based on a serial KIACeed today is easy. All paths are open, all possibilities are available!
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The car of the Korean automaker Kia Ceed is in high demand and popularity in our country. Users appreciated the high reliability, efficiency and practicality of the machine, excellent handling and the ability to carry out many maintenance and minor repairs on their own.
Appeal to professionals
Undoubtedly, complex types of maintenance and repair of the machine, such as engine repair, adjustment of fuel equipment, etc., are recommended to be performed in specialized car repair shops. Experienced auto mechanics will not only quickly identify the causes of Kia Ceed malfunctions, but also perform repairs with a quality guarantee.
Work for the soul
Many types of Kia Sid malfunctions can be performed independently. All you need is a little experience, a desire to learn how to repair and maintain the car yourself and, of course, our helpful tips, recommendations and step-by-step instructions.
Attempts to eliminate deviations in the operation of the car with your own hands are important and useful. A driver who knows how to fix minor (and not so) malfunctions drives a car more confidently. He understands the rules of behavior on the road and knows all the features of his "iron horse". Here, for example, a malfunction: on the Kia Ceed, the red airbag malfunction light came on. It seems unambiguous - problems with electronics, possibly an error, a software failure. Are there many car owners who are able to diagnose electrical equipment, the electronic filling of a modern car? Actually, it's not all that scary. Try to check all the contacts, feel the wiring, carefully examine it. In the vast majority of cases, the problem is in a weakened contact, it is worth fixing it properly, and there is no more problem!
Caring for the engine air supply system
Kia Ceed has a lot of problems associated with any breakdowns or malfunctions, like other cars. They can also appear in any nodes and systems of the car. As a rule, they are insignificant, so most of the troubleshooting work on such faults is carried out independently. Including such a simple and understandable work as replacing the air filter. It is important to keep the system clean and in good condition, and for this you should change the filter installed under the hood of the car at least once a year (or after 10,000 km). The work is carried out in several steps:
- open the hood of the car and lock it with the lock
- Disconnect the latches securing the air filter housing cover
- remove the old replacement filter
- make sure that there is no dust, sand and dirt inside the case, if necessary - remove everything with a car vacuum cleaner and wipe it with a slightly damp cloth
- install a new filter and close the cover, fixing it securely with the latches.
Many other problems at Kia Seed are solved in the same way, easily, quickly and consistently, step by step.
Problems with the catalyst - the engine is in danger
The catalyst is an important structural element of a modern car. In the vast majority of "Koreans" there are no problems. But sometimes the unit fails, breaks down prematurely, which leads to serious consequences if the diagnostics are not carried out in a timely manner and the importance of high-quality repairs is not assessed. If there are problems on the Kia Ceed in the catalyst, you can try to replace it yourself, but you will need a specially equipped box, a garage with a lift or a pit. Do-it-yourself replacement of the catalyst and repair of Kia Sid is carried out in the following sequence:
- we put the car in the garage and let the engine cool down (on average 1.5 - 2 hours)
- lift 1.5 - 1.8 meters up
- remove crankcase protection
- unscrew the bolts securing the intake pipe to the exhaust manifold
- lower the car to ground level
- unfasten the upper thermal protection, for which we unscrew 3 bolts
- remove the bottom splash protection, which is held on by 4 M-10 bolts.
- disconnect intake manifold
- after that, you can remove the catalyst, clean everything and install a new part to replace the faulty one.
Yes, the exhaust system is assembled in the reverse order. We recommend that you pay attention to the tightening torque of all threaded connections. If possible, all bolts and nuts should be replaced with new ones. It won't cost that much.
In fact, do-it-yourself repairs are not only an opportunity to save money, but in many ways - a guarantee of a quality repair. We will not reveal a secret if we say that an auto mechanic who performs maintenance or repair of your car at a service station is an uninterested person. And, it is unlikely that he will carefully and scrupulously court every detail. Their work is paid according to standard hours, time is strictly limited.
A repair manual for Kia Ceed will provide essential assistance in maintaining the vehicle in excellent technical condition. The book tells in detail and professionally about the structure of the car, the main technical parameters, maintenance rules and the main stages of car repair. A repair and maintenance manual for Kia Ceed is not included with the sale of the car, but buying a book now is not a problem. A regularly updated edition can always be found on the shelves of specialized and ordinary bookstores in the relevant sections.
When purchasing a repair manual for Kia Ceed Jd, make sure that the technical parameters and design features indicated here correspond to the make and model of your car.
The most common car problems
There are few of them, in general, Ceed is a reliable modern car. Repair manual Kia Ceed 2010 can help you do the following types of repairs yourself, without resorting to car service:
- brake pad replacement
- oil and oil filter change
- replacement of burnt-out bulbs of headlights, side lights, fog lights, license plate lights, etc.
- replacement of spark plugs, if necessary - high-voltage wiring
- purge or replace fuel fine filter
- headlight adjustment
If you have special pullers and keys, you can change suspension springs, shock absorbers and perform a number of other important types of work. Instructions for repair Kia Ceed at the initial stage, it will be a reliable assistant in mastering a difficult, but such an important profession - a personal auto mechanic for your Kia Sid.
Tuning "Kia Sid" is a change in the technical, power, dynamic qualities of the car, as well as the exterior and interior. For this, both professional parts and do-it-yourself elements can be used.
Production of tuning parts and material
There are several options for the execution of tuning parts, while the choice of material is quite large. So, every tuning master or amateur can choose one of the options presented. Consider what material is used:
- Fiberglass is the most common outdoor tuning option. It is easy to work with, it is durable and does not require special skills and abilities.
- Aluminum is considered one of the most difficult parts to manufacture. At the same time, it perfectly takes the necessary shape and is quite strong.
- Carbon. Mostly professional tuning studios work with him.
- Leather and leatherette - ideal for interior upholstery.
- Tree. For tuning, only a few types are used: oak, mahogany, linden and birch. With its help, inserts are made, and carving is carried out on them.
- Plastic is the easiest material to work with, which is mainly used for interior tuning.
- Carpet of different colors is used to change the color of the interior floor and luggage compartment.
Outdoor tuning
External tuning "Kia Sid" provides for a lot of components: a kit of body kits, a rear wing, a radiator grille, air intakes, painting, airbrushing, vinyls, as well as glass deflectors, tinting and an extended body. All these parts can be purchased at tuning stores or made by yourself.
A set of body kits is often made of fiberglass (mainly in the CIS) or plastic (professional Western tuning studios). The radiator grille is made from the same material.
Tuning "Kia Sid" provides for the following technology for the execution of this part:
- First, the frame of the part is made from fiberglass, plastic or aluminum.
- The next step is to choose the mesh material. It can be corrugated metal or plastic.
- The mesh material is cut and soldered to the main frame.
- The last step is the installation of the upper closing frame, made of plastic or fiberglass, painted in body color.
Additionally, you can make chrome or nickel-plated lining, which are mounted on top of the mesh with special screws.
Engine tuning
Tuning the Kia Sid engine can be of two options: software or physical. In the first case, this is chip tuning, and in the second, replacement with lightweight parts. It is best to use both options at the same time, because in this way you can achieve greater efficiency in using the motor.
For Kia Sid, chip tuning is a change in the settings of the electronic engine control unit aimed at increasing power characteristics. At the moment there are several mods for this motor. The most sought after is the Kia Cee'd Pro Sport ver. 6. Installing this software is quite easy with a laptop computer and a USB-to-ECU cable.
Physical tuning "Kia Sid" provides for the replacement of the following parts:
- Lightweight intake and exhaust valves (CX manufacturer).
- Crankshaft (Kia Sport 3).
- Camshaft (Kia Sport).
- Sleeve kits (ATM).
- Cooling system (ATM).
Thus, by installing all the details and completing the ECU firmware, you can add another 40 horsepower to the total power.
Tuning running and steering
Tuning the chassis of Kia Cee "d is the replacement of suspension parts with a tuning version. The main spare parts that should be replaced to improve maneuverability and traction with the road surface:
- Wheels and tires matched to size. The manufacturer recommends installing tires manufactured by Pirelli.
- Ideally suited from the manufacturer ZTR.
- 2cm lower shocks and Koni or WARP springs.
- Front and rear suspension stabilizers from ATM.
After installing these, it becomes obedient at high speeds, and the grip with the road surface, even in poor areas, is increased by 40%, which, in turn, increases driving safety.
Tuning the brake system
Brake tuning is what almost every car enthusiast who decides to modify his car does. This node is directly related to the safety of not only the driver, but also pedestrians. Therefore, tuning "Kia Sid" in terms of the brake system must contain the replacement of the following elements:
- Brake pads (WMR).
- Brake discs (JP or Alpin).
- Brake hoses and pipes (SNR).
- (J.P.).
- and cables (AWR).
It is worth noting that after installing the tuning kit, you will need the help of a master who will set up the braking system as efficiently as possible.
Tuning hatchback and station wagon: what's the difference?
Modernizing a hatchback is a little different from how the Kia Seed station wagon is being improved. Tuning parts on the outside have different lengths and heights. So, for a station wagon, the sills are longer, and have a height of 1.6 cm more.
Another important aspect is that shock absorbers and springs increased by 0.4 cm are placed on the station wagon, and the front suspension stabilizer has a double structure. This is due to the fact that driving this car is harder than a maneuverable hatchback.
It is worth noting that when buying kits of body kits and tuning spare parts, you should pay attention to which version of the body they are made for. Typically, manufacturers label such parts as follows: Cee'd CX (for a hatchback) and Cee'd Pro (for a station wagon).
