climate control KIA FORTE 2020 Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
Severe driving conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distances of less than 8 km (5miles) in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles)
in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis- tances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather E - Driving in heavy dust conditions
F - Driving in heavy traffic areas
G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 170 km/h (106 mph)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Drive shafts and bootsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filterRMore frequentlyC, E, G

717
Maintenance
Number of months or driving distance, whichever comes first
Months1224364860728496108120132144156168180
Miles×1,0007.51522.530 37.5 45 52.5 60 67.5 75 82.5 90 97.5 105 112.5
Km×1,00012 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120 132 144 156 168 180
Rotate tiresRotate every 12,000 km (7,500 miles)
Climate control air filterRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Vacuum hoseIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Coolant (Engine)At first, replace at 192,000 km (120,000 miles) or 10 years,
after that, replace every 48,000 km (30,000 miles) or 24 months
Battery conditionIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake lines, hoses and connections
(including booster)IIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Brake discs and padsIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Steering gear rack, linkage and bootsIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Drive shaft and boots-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Suspension ball joints and mounting
boltsIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Air conditioner compressor/refrigerantIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
Exhaust systemIIIIIIIIIIIIIII
MAINTENANCE INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models(CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.

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Severe driving conditions
A - Repeatedly driving short distances of less than 8 km (5
miles) in normal temperature or less than 16 km (10 miles)
in freezing temperature
B - Extensive engine idling or low speed driving for long dis- tances
C - Driving on rough, dusty, muddy, unpaved, graveled or salt- spread roads
D - Driving in areas using salt or other corrosive materials or in very cold weather E - Driving in heavy dust distances
F - Driving in heavy traffic areas
G- Driving on uphill, downhill, or mountain roads repeatedly
H - Towing a Trailer, or using a camper, or roof rack
I - Driving as a patrol car, taxi, other commercial use or vehicle
towing
J - Driving over 170 km/h (106 mph)
K - Frequently driving in stop-and-go conditions
MAINTENANCE ITEMMAINTENANCE OPERATIONMAINTENANCE INTERVALSDRIVING
CONDITION
Drive shafts and bootsIMore frequentlyC, D, E, F, G, H, I, J
Climate control air filterRMore frequentlyC, E, G

733
Maintenance
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 fluid if neces-
sary. In warm climates, plain water
may be used if washer fluid is not
available; however, in cold climates,
washer fluid with anti-freezing char-
acteristics is required to prevent
freezing.
WARNING- Flammablefluid
Do not allow the washer fluid to
come in contact with open
flames or sparks. The windshield
washer fluid reservoir is flamma-
ble under certain circumstances.
This can result in a fire.WARNING- Windshield fluid
Do not drink the windshield
washer fluid. The windshield
washer fluid is poisonous to
humans and animals.
WARNING- Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may
cause loss of vehicle control.
OBD078008

737
Maintenance
CLIMATE CONTROL AIR FILTER
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 for a
long period, it should be inspected
more frequently and replaced earlier.
When you replace the climate control
air filter, replace it performing the fol-
lowing procedure, and be careful to
avoid damaging other components.1. Open the glove box and removethe stoppers on both sides. 2. With the glove box open, pull the
support strap (1).
OBD078012OBD078013

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3. Remove the climate control air fil-
ter cover while pressing the lock
on both sides of the cover. 4. Replace the climate control air fil-
ter.
5. Reassemble in the reverse order of disassembly.
When replacing the climate control
air filter, install it properly. Otherwise,
the system may produce noise, and
the effectiveness of the filter may be
reduced.
OJFC075126OBD078014

745
Maintenance
When recharging the battery,
observe the following precautions:
The battery must be removed fromthe vehicle and placed in an area
with good ventilation.
Do not allow cigarettes, sparks, or flame near the battery.
Watch the battery during charging, and stop or reduce the charging
rate if the battery cells begin
gassing (boiling) violently or if the
temperature of the electrolyte of
any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).
Wear eye protection when check- ing the battery during charging.
Disconnect the battery charger in the following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal. Before performing maintenance or
recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.
The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last
when the battery is disconnected.Reset items
The following should be reset after
the battery has been discharged or
the battery has been disconnected.
Auto up/down window (See Chapter 4)
Sunroof (See Chapter 4)
Trip computer (See Chapter 4)
Climate control system (See Chapter 4)
Driver position memory system (See Chapter 3)
Audio (See Chapter 4)

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Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
half times (1½) as well on the gov-
ernment course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate. Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used. Regardless
of the remaining tread, we recom-
mend that tires be replaced after
approximately six (6) years of normal
service. Heat caused by hot climates
or frequent high loading conditions
can accelerate the aging process.
These grades are molded on the
side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.
The tires available as standard or
optional equipment on your vehicles
may vary with respect to grade.
Traction - AA, A, B & C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those
grades represent the tires ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on spec-
ified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction perform-
ance.
The traction grade assigned to this
tire is based on straight-ahead brak-
ing traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction char-
acteristics.

Index
2I
Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system ........3-43Adding equipment to or modifying your air bag-equipped vehicle ..........................................3-69
Air bag warning label ................................................3-69
Air bag warning light ..................................................3-46
Curtain air bag ............................................................3-62
Driver's and passenger's front air bag ........................3-58
How does the air bag system operate? ......................3-44
Occupant Detection System (ODS) ............................3-50
Side air bag ................................................................3-60
SRS Care ....................................................................3-68\
SRS components and functions ..................................3-47
Air cleaner ....................................................................7-35\
Filter replacement ......................................................7-35
Air conditioning system ..................................................8-7
Appearance care ............................................................7-97 Exterior care ................................................................7-97
Interior care ..............................................................7-102
Audio system ..............................................................4-155 Antenna ....................................................................4-15\
5
AUX, USB port ........................................................4-156
How vehicle audio works ........................................4-156
Automatic climate control system ..............................4-125 Automatic heating and air conditioning ..................4-126
Checking the amount of air conditioner refrigerant and compressor lubricant ..............................................4-135 Climate control air filter ..........................................4-135
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-127
System operation ......................................................4-133
Battery........................................................................\
....7-43 For best battery service ..............................................7-43
Recharging the battery ................................................7-44
Reset items ..................................................................7-45
Before driving ..................................................................5-5 Before entering vehicle ................................................5-5
Before starting ..............................................................5-5
Necessary inspections ..................................................5-5
Blind-spot Collision Warning (BCW) ........................5-115 BCW (Blind-Spot Collision Warning)/LCA (Lane Change Assist) ....................................5-116
Driver's Attention ......................................................5-123
RCCW (Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning) ......5-119
Brake system..................................................................5-44 Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ..................................5-49
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ............................5-50
Good braking practices ..............................................5-57
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) ..................................5-57
Parking brake ..............................................................5-46
Power brakes ..............................................................5-44
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)........................5-55
A
B

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Index
Brake/clutch fluid ..........................................................7-32Checking the brake/clutch fluid level ........................7-32
Bulb wattage ....................................................................8-4
Checking fluid levels ....................................................7-25
Child Restraint System (CRS) ......................................3-32 Children Always in the Rear ......................................3-32
Installing a Child Restraint System (CRS) ................3-36
Selecting a Child Restraint System (CRS) ................3-33
Climate control air filter ................................................7-37 Filter inspection ..........................................................7-37
Cruise Control System ..................................................5-86 To cancel cruise control, do one of the following ......5-88
To decrease the cruising speed ..................................5-88
To increase cruise control set speed ..........................5-87
To resume cruising speed at more than approximately 30 km/h (20 mph) ....................................................5-89
To set cruise control speed..........................................5-87
To temporarily accelerate with the cruise control on ..5-88
To turn cruise control off, do one of the following ....5-89
Declaration of Conformity ..........................................4-161 IC ........................................................................\
......4-161 Defroster ......................................................................4-\
114
Rear window defroster ..............................................4-114
Dimensions ......................................................................8-\
2
Door locks......................................................................4-\
19 Child-protector rear door lock ....................................4-22
Engine off door unlock system ..................................4-22
Impact sensing door unlock system ............................4-22
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle ............4-20
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle ..........4-19
Drive mode integrated control system ........................5-111
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)................................5-134 Resetting the system ................................................5-136
System disabled ........................................................5-136
System malfunction ..................................................5-137
System setting and activation ..................................5-134
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)..................................5-22 Dual clutch transmission operation ............................5-22
Good driving practices ................................................5-34
LCD display for transmission temperature and warning message ......................................................5-24
Economical operation ..................................................5-139
Emergency starting ..........................................................6-5 Jump starting ................................................................6-5
Push-starting ................................................................6-6
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D
E