Kia Forte: Maintenance / Parking brake

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual / Maintenance / Parking brake

Checking the parking brake

Check the stroke of the parking brake by counting the number of “clicks’’ heard while fully applying it from the released position. Also, the parking brake alone should securely hold the vehicle on a fairly steep grade. If the stroke is more or less than specified, have the parking brake adjusted by an authorized Kia dealer.

Stroke : 5~7 “clicks’’ at a force of 20 kg, 196 N (44 lbs).

Washer fluid

Checking the washer fluid level The reservoir is translucent so that you can check the level with a quick visual inspection. Check the fluid level in the washer fluid reservoir and add flu ...

Air cleaner

Filter replacement The air filter must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed. While inspecting the air cleaner compartment, the air filter can be cleaned using compressed ai ...

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Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual: Warning message

The sensor may be limited when the conditions below exist. If there is a problem with the BCW system, a warning message will appear and the light on the switch will turn off. The system will turn off automatically. One or both of the sensors on the rear bumper is blocked by dirt, ...

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual: Driving in flooded areas & off-road, Highway driving

Driving in flooded areas Avoid driving through flooded areas unless you are sure the water is no higher than the bottom of the wheel hub. Drive through any water slowly. Allow adequate stopping distance because brake performance may be affected. After driving through water, dry the b ...