Kia Forte: ESC (Electronic Stability Control) System / ESC OFF Switch
Description and operation
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The ESC OFF switch is for the user to turn off the ESC system.
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The ESC OFF lamp is on when ESC OFF switch is engaged.
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Repair procedures
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Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
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2. |
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
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3. |
Remove the side crash pad switch panel (A) after loosening the mounting
screws.

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4. |
Disconnect the side crash pad switch connector (A).

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5. |
Remove the side crash pad switch assembly (A) from the side crash pad
switch panel.

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Components and components location
Components
[Couple torsion beam axle type]
1. Rear wheel speed sensor connector
2. Rear wheel speed sensor
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Description and operation
Description
Introduction of quick brake warning system (ESS)
In case of quick brake by driver, the brake lamp or turn signal is blinked to
warn against the v ...
Other information:
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
Indicator (A) will appear as a solid
band across the tread. This shows
there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch)
of tread left on the tire. Replace the
tire when this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac ...
Components and components location
Components Location
[4DR]
1. Engine room junction block
[5DR]
1. Engine room junction block
Repair procedures
Inspection
Power Relay (Typ ...