Kia Forte: Power Train / Battery
Repair procedures
Battery Voltage and Status
Check the battery voltage and status using the battery tester.
Battery Terminal
1. |
Move back and forth to check that the battery terminals (A) are loose
or corroded.If the terminals are corroded, clean them.
If battery positive connection is loose, disconnect ground(GND) cable
first before attempting to remove or tighten plus connection, to prevent
personal injury.
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2. |
If the battery clamp on battery positive (+) terminal is not seated securely:
(1) |
Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative
(-) terminal.
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(2) |
Tighten battery clamp (A) on battery positive (+) terminal
Battery positive (+) terminal:
8.0 - 10.0 N·m (0.8 - 1.0 kgf·m, 5.9 - 7.4 lb·ft)
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If the battery clamp on battery negative (-) terminal is not seated securely:
(1) |
Tighten battery clamp (A) on battery negative (-) terminal.
Battery negative (-) terminal:
8.0 - 10.0 N·m (0.8 - 1.0 kgf·m, 5.9 - 7.4 lb·ft)
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Battery Condition
Check the battery for damage or deformation. If severe damage, deformation or
leakage is found, replace the battery.
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Remove the air cleaner element.
2.
Check that the air filter is excessively dirty.
If the air filter is exces ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
Radiator hoses
1.
Check radiator hoses for the following
(1)
Improper attachment
(2)
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Other information:
Towing service
If emergency towing is necessary,
we recommend having it done by an
authorized Kia dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service. Proper lifting
and towing procedures are necessary
to prevent damage to the vehicle.
The use of wheel dollies or
flatbed is recommended.
It is ...
Components and components location
Components
1. Tailgate window glass
Repair procedures
Removal
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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