2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN)

UN / Compact MPV (Crossover Wagon) / Global (North America, South Korea, Asia, select markets)

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Engine identity

Engine code

G4GC, D4FB, L4NA

Engine summary

2009 Kia Rondo was offered mainly with 2.4L inline-4 gasoline engines and a 2.0L inline-4 diesel in select markets. North America featured the 2.4L G4GC I4 gasoline engine producing about 176 hp, while South Korea and some Asian markets also had the 2.0L D4FB diesel engine and a 2.7L V6 L4NA gasoline option in some variants.

Displacement

2.0L (1995 cc) diesel, 2.4L (2359 cc) gasoline, 2.7L (2656 cc) V6 gasoline

Power

Approx. 176 hp (2.4L G4GC gasoline) / 140 hp (2.0L D4FB diesel) / 176–185 hp (2.7L V6 L4NA gasoline)

Torque

Approx. 228 Nm (2.4L G4GC gasoline) / 315 Nm (2.0L D4FB diesel) / ~245 Nm (2.7L V6 L4NA gasoline)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline), common rail direct injection (diesel)

Timing drive

Timing chain (2.4L and 2.7L gasoline), timing belt (2.0L diesel)

OBD port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Oil type

SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher for gasoline; SAE 5W-40 for diesel

Oil capacity

Approx. 4.3L including filter for 2.4L gasoline engine (service fill with oil filter change)

Coolant

Approximately 7 liters (varies by market and engine)

Fluid

ATF SP-IV / SPH-IV for automatic transmissions

Differential fluid

Hypoid gear oil (API GL-5 75W-90)

Brake fluid

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (select markets and engines)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic (2.4L gasoline), 5-speed automatic (some markets)

Spark plugs

Iridium or platinum; gap ~1.1 mm (varies by engine)

Service interval

10,000 km or 12 months, whichever earlier

Tire sizes

205/60R16, 215/55R17

Wheel torque

Verify by VIN and market

Common and chronic problems

Timing belt wear (diesel engine)
Premature spark plug fouling (gasoline engines)

First checks

Timing belt condition (diesel engine)
Oil leaks around valve cover gasket

Before replacing parts

Save fault codes and freeze-frame data before clearing anything.
Check engine oil, coolant and transmission fluid using the correct temperature and service procedure.
Verify power, ground, connectors, hoses, leaks and live data before replacing expensive parts.

Important notes

2009 Kia Rondo global specs vary mainly by engine and market; North America featured the 2.4L gasoline engine as primary powertrain.
Diesel engines were typically reserved for South Korea and some Asian markets, not offered in North America.

Common codes

Source and verification notes

Kia global press releases and technical manuals 2009
Automotive databases and official regional Kia catalogs 2009

Compatible tools

Verify by VIN and market

FAQ

What engine code does the 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) use? 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) is listed here with engine code G4GC, D4FB, L4NA; engine summary: 2009 Kia Rondo was offered mainly with 2.4L inline-4 gasoline engines and a 2.0L inline-4 diesel in select markets. North America featured the 2.4L G4GC I4 gasoline engine producing about 176 hp, while South Korea and some Asian markets also had the 2.0L D4FB diesel engine and a 2.7L V6 L4NA gasoline option in some variants..
What oil and capacity does the 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) use? 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) is listed with SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher for gasoline; SAE 5W-40 for diesel and oil capacity Approx. 4.3L including filter for 2.4L gasoline engine (service fill with oil filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.
What are common 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) problems? Highlighted checks for 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN): Timing belt wear (diesel engine), Premature spark plug fouling (gasoline engines).

Engine identity

Engine code

G4GC, D4FB, L4NA

Engine summary

Displacement

2.0L (1995 cc) diesel, 2.4L (2359 cc) gasoline, 2.7L (2656 cc) V6 gasoline

Power

Approx. 176 hp (2.4L G4GC gasoline) / 140 hp (2.0L D4FB diesel) / 176–185 hp (2.7L V6 L4NA gasoline)

Torque

Approx. 228 Nm (2.4L G4GC gasoline) / 315 Nm (2.0L D4FB diesel) / ~245 Nm (2.7L V6 L4NA gasoline)

Fuel system

Multi-point fuel injection (gasoline), common rail direct injection (diesel)

Timing drive

Timing chain (2.4L and 2.7L gasoline), timing belt (2.0L diesel)

OBD port

Verify by VIN and market

Oils and fluids

Oil type

SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher for gasoline; SAE 5W-40 for diesel

Oil capacity

Approx. 4.3L including filter for 2.4L gasoline engine (service fill with oil filter change)

Coolant

Approximately 7 liters (varies by market and engine)

Fluid

ATF SP-IV / SPH-IV for automatic transmissions

Differential fluid

Hypoid gear oil (API GL-5 75W-90)

Brake fluid

DOT 3 or DOT 4

Service and parts data

Manual transmission

5-speed manual (select markets and engines)

Automatic transmission

4-speed automatic (2.4L gasoline), 5-speed automatic (some markets)

Spark plugs

Iridium or platinum; gap ~1.1 mm (varies by engine)

Service interval

10,000 km or 12 months, whichever earlier

Tire sizes

205/60R16, 215/55R17

Wheel torque

Verify by VIN and market

FAQ

What engine code does the 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) use? 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) is listed here with engine code G4GC, D4FB, L4NA; engine summary: 2009 Kia Rondo was offered mainly with 2.4L inline-4 gasoline engines and a 2.0L inline-4 diesel in select markets. North America featured the 2.4L G4GC I4 gasoline engine producing about 176 hp, while South Korea and some Asian markets also had the 2.0L D4FB diesel engine and a 2.7L V6 L4NA gasoline option in some variants..

What oil and capacity does the 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) use? 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) is listed with SAE 5W-30 API SL or higher for gasoline; SAE 5W-40 for diesel and oil capacity Approx. 4.3L including filter for 2.4L gasoline engine (service fill with oil filter change). Confirm market and engine option before service.

What are common 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN) problems? Highlighted checks for 2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN): Timing belt wear (diesel engine), Premature spark plug fouling (gasoline engines).

2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Before replacing parts

Important notes

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2009 KIA Rondo G4GC/D4FB (UN)

Engine identity

Oils and fluids

Service and parts data

Common and chronic problems

First checks

Before replacing parts

Important notes