Ya bro, my heart was set on 408T, but new car no discount and most of the SAs gave me sucky trade-in price. I wanted to wait to test drive Focus HB 2012 before deciding but the space for the rear passenger is a turn-off, and currently K5 got promo...

After all the discount and trade-in, the difference requires me to extend the loan for another year only...

After test drive 2 time, I am sold. Later, brought the home minister to view and test drive again, she say "YES". She says 408T not comfortable for her at the back because of the bumpy ride...

Guess have to work harder next time to earn my conti ride in the future

Thinking to get aftermarket rims - 18".
What's the size for the stock?

This post has been edited by zmcqdv: Sep 28 2012, 02:15 PM

Anyone know will it void the warranty if we installed "GPS TRACKER" in the car ?

====> GPS tracker with vibration alarm, speed alarm, tele-cut off car power, SOS alarm etc.

As long the alarm interface with the car wiring system - Yes, it would be void.

RIM - 18" x 7.5JJ, +45mm Offset, weight ~12kg ea
TYRE - 225-45-18 NEXEN CP643a

Thanks!!

Then, as a K5 owner how do we protect our car from being stolen ?

The car has a siren not an alarm which will sound when there is a break in or if anybody opens the doors after the car has been locked. But basically, there is no fool proof system out there. If BMW's and Merc can be stolen, i dont see why a K5 cant be. Sometimes the best defence is something visual e.g steering lock. Although this wont stop someone intent on stealing but it will delay and car thieves dont like delays.

ARGHHHHHH........ My kid's poop got spilt out from the diaper and was all over the back seat. Can't seem to get the poop out from those tiny holes in the seats. Any ideas on how to clean it?

NEED HELP!

Use toothpick dig the holes one by one

I tried. There is still a patch of yellow stain in it.

You need professional help. There are shops that specialize in cushion cleaning and can dismantle the entire seat to give it a real good wash. But this comes at a cost, of course and you'll need to pay for it.

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Added on September 29, 2012, 4:52 pmYour K5 comes with a built-in immobiliser, so it's not so easy to ignite the engine without the smart key. I would suggest a physical brake-lock as extra safety precaution, if you find steering lock a little cumbersome.

This post has been edited by Buydirect: Sep 29 2012, 04:52 PM

FIY, all the outside alarm u add with add on wire will void your warranty of wiring..

So void warranty? Or prevent car steel .. Choose1..

perhaps this is what you guys might wanna look out for, if you guys just want to get the extra protection for your ride without and voiding of warranty and not too expensive of course

Simple to use, just pull to lock and press to lock twice

once lock engine can't be started , and fear not as it won't void any warranty, cause its just a Plug n Play item




sorry dun have big pic, so share this taken on elantra , same stuff




and just a random photo taken at our workplace the other day





This post has been edited by Sh@rty 5: Sep 29 2012, 08:36 PM

guys,
for those who have rattling issue, i suggest you guys to look for a technician named Fendi at Kia Glenmarie. i initially complained it during my 1st service at red cube but they did not solve my rattling noise from the rear side. today, i went to glenmarie specifically to complain abt the same thing. Fendi fixed back my left rear door trim and boot.... the result was awesome! no more annoying sound and i left the SC with a happy face

smart 1

I see. Looks like i have no choice then.

Thanks

What is the best engine oil to feed our lovely K5?

i heard abt those stim cushion cleaner before. Not sure the result.

Hi All,
Newbie reporting in, WXJ 7705 silver...
Got my car last friday 28/9/2012.. Thanks to Vincent with fast and efficient service, place my booking after satisfy with my gen2 trade in price, and he started to do his job on loan application, ncd transfer and etc..
got my car on friday evening, Vincent spend quite sometime with me and my wife to makesure we are ok with the car condition, each and every button in the cockpit and etc, basically everything about the car..and some goodies that supprise me, those goodies are some extras from on top of what i requested.. Bravo and Thank you so much Vincent

Signing off as a happy K5 owner