2014 Kia Sorento 2.4/3.3 GDI Factory Service Manual Set (P/N 97291-2P100)

This service manual set covers the 2014 Kia Sorento XM with Theta-II GDI and Lambda-II GDI engines. Separate 2.4 GDI and 3.3 GDI sections document the applicable 2WD and 4WD powertrain, chassis, and body systems.

• Engine repair: Engine removal, timing-chain installation, CVVT and camshaft service, cylinder-head disassembly, and piston, connecting-rod, and crankshaft inspection.

• Transaxle service: A6MF2 and A6LF2 automatic transaxle replacement, valve-body and solenoid service, TCM learning, plus M6GF2-1 manual transaxle and clutch procedures.

• 4WD systems: Transfer assembly and oil-seal replacement, electro-hydraulic coupling service, actuator and pressure-sensor testing, and component-specific clutch-learning procedures.

• Brakes and chassis: Hydraulic bleeding, ESC diagnosis, steering-system checks, suspension component replacement, wheel alignment, and tire-pressure monitoring service.

• Body electronics: Smart Key code saving, FOB status checks, antenna testing, AVN troubleshooting, and system-specific wiring diagrams and connector references.

• Driver assistance: LDWS camera calibration with the specified target jig, BSD radar alignment, and GDS input/output monitoring and actuation tests.

The GDS-based diagnosis and calibration procedures are suited to experienced automotive technicians with the scan equipment and workshop tools specified for the job.

Engine Mechanical and GDI Fuel-System Repair

The engine sections go beyond assembly replacement, with internal inspection procedures, bearing-clearance data, valve-service limits, and timing-system illustrations. Cooling and lubrication coverage includes thermostat testing, water-pump service, and oil-pump work; the Theta-II section also covers its balance-shaft assembly.

High-pressure fuel-pump procedures identify different fuel-pipe installation tools for the two engines: 09314-3Q100 for the 2.4 GDI and 09314-3V100 for the 3.3 GDI. The installation cautions explain how incorrect roller-tappet positioning can load the pump spring and break mounting bolts.

Transaxles, Transfer Assembly, and Coupling Control

Automatic transaxle documentation includes hydraulic-system descriptions, valve-body replacement, sensor tests, solenoid operation tables, and TCM connector input/output references. The manual transaxle chapter covers fluid service, removal and installation, shift controls, and the back-up lamp switch. Separate clutch procedures address the cover and disc, hydraulic controls, and concentric slave cylinder.

For 4WD work, separate instructions for coupling-only and controller-only replacement help match the clutch-learning procedure to the component changed. Power Flow and 4WD ECU Input & Output diagrams explain torque control in Auto and Lock modes.

The connector table identifies Motor A at pin 1 and Motor B at pin 2, alongside CAN and pressure-sensor connections. Lubricant references distinguish transfer gear oil, Shell TF0870 coupling oil, and ATF SP-IV for the automatic transaxles.

Electrical Diagnosis and Calibration

Smart Key diagnosis separates switch-input, communication, antenna-output, and FOB checks, helping narrow a key-recognition fault before replacing components. AVN documentation adds head-unit, amplifier, multimedia-jack, and antenna checks.

LDWS calibration specifies target jig 09890-3N100 and the GDS reference-point calibration function. BSD service distinguishes the left master and right slave units and includes alignment after relevant bumper repairs or sensor replacement.

Diagram references include the 4WD ECU circuit, TCM connector and terminal functions, instrument-cluster circuits, BSD master/slave wiring, and EPS schematics.

Body, Climate Control, and Restraints

Body-repair references provide projected and actual dimensions for the front, side, rear, underbody, and crossmember areas, plus panel-gap drawings. Panoramic sunroof coverage includes glass and blind motor checks and resetting; power-window normalization is treated separately.

HVAC procedures cover front and rear air conditioning, compressor and refrigerant-line service, actuator testing, and the DATC-only cluster ionizer. Chassis sections add brake and ESC checks, suspension inspection, and steering-angle/ASP calibration.

The EPS section identifies the integrated steering-angle and torque sensors and specifies assembly replacement rather than internal inspection by disassembly. Restraint documentation includes control-module diagnosis, harness test equipment, and airbag replacement; airbag modules are not internally serviceable. Observe the manual’s battery-handling, cooling-fan, SRS-isolation, and vehicle-support precautions.

Sample Valve Clearances and Drivetrain Service Values

These examples are a small selection of the service specifications provided throughout the set.

For the 2.4 GDI engine, standard valve clearances at a coolant temperature of 20°C (68°F) are 0.17–0.23 mm intake and 0.27–0.33 mm exhaust. The A6MF2 ATF temperature-sensor table lists 2.51 kΩ at 20°C (68°F).

For the 4WD coupling assembly, the mounting-bolt specification is 56.9–64.7 Nm.

Text Search, Chapter Bookmarks, and Diagram Detail

Search and drawing readability: Main text and tables support PDF text search, while many graphic diagram labels are not searchable. Embedded bookmarks organize both engine groups and their major systems. Small wiring labels require zooming; some instrument-cluster lines and annotations remain faint at higher magnification.

Supplied as one printable PDF download totaling 3,277 pages, with both engine-specific manuals combined in the same file:

All illustration and chapter-ending pages are already included in these totals.