2005 Kia Sorento Kia Sorento 2005

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2005 Kia Sorento repairs by problem area

Engine (40%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (10%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (30%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (2%)

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2005 Kia Sorento brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (20%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (60%)

< $100 (20%)

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2005 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

turbocharged 138hp 2.5L I4 Diesel 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

37820 mi

$100
Braking at 100kph above has a feeling of chopping.We found that right rear brake does not have fluid in line. Replaced brake proportioning valve. 
74400 mi

R 310
Disc rotors warped, skimmed front and rear rotors and replaced disk pads. Second time this has been necccessary, same repair done at around 80,000 kms. 

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2005 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

101500 mi

US $350
rear brake lines blew a hole 
105000 mi

US $1528
new e-brake shoes, cable replacement 

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2005 Kia Sorento 4dr SUV

192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

97120 mi

C $32
Parking brake lever on rear axle was seized, causing only one (right side) set of shoes to engage; I removed the manual lever and cleaned it of rust and debris, lubed it and placed it back on. 

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2005 Kia Sorento Brake Problems

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