Kia Cadenza Service & Repair Manual 2014–2020

Service and repair manuals for 7 model years of the Kia Cadenza, 2014 to 2020. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones Kia published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.

Engines across the range: 3.3L V6 — 204 cu in, DOHC.

Federal safety record, all years: 11 recalls, 282 owner complaints and 409 technical service bulletins are logged for the Cadenza. Refreshed 2026-08-21.

01 / Model yearsChoose your Cadenza year

YearPriceRecallsEnginesTrims
2020 $49.991 3.3L V6 Technology Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door details →
2019 $49.991 3.3L V6 Technology Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door details →
2018 $49.991 3.3L V6 Technology Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door details →
2017 $49.992 3.3L V6 Technology Sedan 4-Door · Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door details →
2016 $49.992 3.3L V6 Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door details →
2015 $49.992 3.3L V6 Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door details →
2014 $49.992 3.3L V6 Premium Sedan 4-Door · Base Sedan 4-Door · Limited Sedan 4-Door details →

02 / InsideSample pages

From the 2020 Cadenza manual.

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03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers

  • Quick Lookups 161
  • General Information 1,533
  • Accessories & Equipment 6,274
  • Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 616
  • Body & Frame 705
  • Maintenance 11
  • Brakes 1,582
  • Restraints 1,404
  • Drivelines & Axles 29
  • Steering 1,281
  • Electrical 558
  • Suspension 343
  • Engine Mechanical 365
  • Transmission 1,110
  • Engine Performance 7,491

04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it

OptionWhat you payAfter a year
eManualStore Cadenza manual$49.99 onceStill yours
Per-vehicle online subscriptionfrom $29 / year, renewingPay again or lose access
Library membership services$33 / month, capped$396 spent, nothing kept
Professional shop databases$499–$2,388 / yearRenew or lose access

Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.

FAQQuestions about the Cadenza manual

Which Cadenza years does this manual cover?

Every year from 2014 to 2020 — 7 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.

Is this the OEM Kia Cadenza manual or an aftermarket guide?

The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams Kia published for the Cadenza, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.

Does it include Cadenza wiring diagrams?

Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every Cadenza manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.

Does the manual cover Cadenza recalls?

11 recalls are on federal record across the 2014–2020 Cadenza, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by Kia dealers.

Why do some Cadenza years cost more?

Every Cadenza year is $49.99.

Is this a subscription?

No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.

How do I get the manual after purchase?

It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.

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