Kia Forte: Emission Control System / Exhaust Emission Control System
Description and operation
Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications
and the addition of special control components.
Modifications to the combustion chamber, intake manifold, camshaft and ignition
system form the basic control system.
These items have been integrated into a highly effective system which controls
exhaust emissions while maintaining good drivability and fuel economy.
Repair procedures
Removal and Installation
1.
Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-)
terminal.
2.
Lift the vehi ...
Description and operation
Description
The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three way catalyst. It oxidizes
carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates oxygen fr ...
Other information:
Operating condition
This system will activate when
backing up with the ignition switch
ON.
If the vehicle is moving at a speed
over 5 km/h (3 mph), the system
may not be activated correctly.
The sensing distance while the
back-up warning system is in operation
is approxima ...
General information
Warning And Caution Labels
1. Fan caution
2. Radiator cap caution
3. Battery caution
Battery Caution Label
Warning / Caution Label (Cont'd)
A.
Keep lighted cigarettes and all other flames or sparks awa ...