Kia Forte: Hood / Hood Assembly
Components and components location
Repair procedures
Be careful not to damage the hood and body.
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Removing or installing the hood requires an assistant.
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When removing the clips, use a clip remover.
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After loosening the hood hinge (B) mounting bolts, remove the hood assembly
(A).
Tightening torque :
20.6 - 27.5 N·m (2.1 - 2.8 Kgf·m, 15.2 - 20.3 lb·ft)
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To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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Make sure the hood locks / unlocks and opens / closes
properly.
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Adjust the hood alignment.
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Repair procedures
Adjustment
1.
After loosening the hinge (A) mounting bolt, adjust the hood (B) by moving
it up and down or from side to side and tighten the bolt.
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Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Using a clip remover, remove the clips and then the hood insulator pad
(A).
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Other information:
Repair procedures
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the maintenance
schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough
roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced e ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Manual Transaxle Oil Level Check
1.
Uplift the vehicle with lift.
2.
Remove the under cover.
Nu 2.0 MPI (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
Gamma 1.6 MPI (Refer to Engine ...