Maintenance
Maintenance services
Maintenance schedule
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
Owner maintenance
Engine compartment
Engine oil and oil filter
Engine cooling system
Brakes and clutch
Parking brake
Power steering
Automatic transaxle
Rear differential (4WD)
Transfer case (4WD)
Lubricants and fluids
Air cleaner
Climate control air filter
Wiper blades
Battery
Tires and wheels
Exterior care
Interior care
See also:
Handling: Capable but Not Quite There
As noted in our prior drives of the SX sedan, the Forte’s chassis isn’t tuned
for serenity. The hatchback’s MacPherson-strut front and torsion-beam rear
suspension, combined with 17-inch whe ...
Interior features
Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
For the cigarette lighter to work, the ignition
switch must be in the ACC or ON
position.
To use the cigarette lighter, push it all the
way into its socket. When ...
Towing
Towing service
If emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an authorized
KIA dealer or a commercial towtruck
service. Proper lifting and towing
procedures are necessary to ...