Kia Forte: Maintenance / Wiper blades
Blade inspection
Commercial hot waxes applied by
automatic car washes have been
known to make the windshield difficult
to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield
or the wiper blades with foreign
matter can reduce the effectiveness
of the windshield wipers.
Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax
treatments used by some commercial
car washes. If the blades are not
wiping properly, clean both the window
and the blades with a good
cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse
thoroughly with clean water.
CAUTION - Wiper blades
To prevent damage to the wiper
blades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other
solvents on or near them.
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 f ...
When the wipers no longer clean
adequately, the blades may be worn
or cracked, and require replacement.
To prevent damage to the wiper arms
or other components, do not attempt
to move the wip ...
Other information:
Follow either of these procedures:
Move the lever down (to SET-) and
hold it.Your vehicle SET speed will
decrease by 10 km/h (5 mph).
Release the lever at the speed you
want to maintain.
Move the lever down (to SET-) and
release it immediately. The cruising
speed will decre ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Oil level check
1.
Remove the under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Engine Room Under Cover")
2.
Remove the oil filler plug (A).
3.
Check the condition of the ...