cooling KIA FORTE 2020 User Guide

Maintenance
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Owner maintenance precau-
tions
Improper or incomplete service may
result in problems. This section gives
instructions only for the maintenance
items that are easy to perform.
As explained earlier in this section,
several procedures can be done only
by an authorized Kia dealer with spe-
cial tools.
✽ ✽NOTICE
Improper owner maintenance dur-
ing the warranty period may affect
warranty coverage. For details, read
the separate Warranty & Consumer
Information manual provided with
the vehicle. If you're unsure about
any servicing or maintenance proce-
dure, have it done by an authorized
Kia dealer.WARNING- Maintenance
work
Do not wear jewelry or loose
clothing while working under
the hood of your vehicle with
the engine running. These can
become entangled in moving
parts. If you must run the
engine while working under the
hood, make certain that you
remove all jewelry (especially
rings, bracelets, watches, and
necklaces) and all neckties,
scarves, and similar loose
clothing before getting near the
engine or cooling fans.

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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
Cooling system---I-I-I-I-I-I-
Intelligent Variable Transmission(IVT)
fluidNo check, No service required
Manual transmission fluid *3---I---I---I---
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel tank air filter *4-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel lines, hoses and
connections of each part---I---I---I---
Parking brake (Hand type)-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Brake fluid-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Cooling system hoses and connectionsInspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months
Clutch (if equipped) and brake pedal
free playInspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months
All latch, hinges and locksInspect every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months
MAINTENANCEINTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Non Turbo Models (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*
3: Manual transmission fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.
*4: Fuel tank air filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended as the level of maintenance will be dependent upon the quality fuel used in the vehicle.

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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
Cooling system---I-I-I-I-I-I-
Intelligent Variable Transmission(IVT)
fluidNo check, No service required
Manual transmission fluid *3---I---I---I---
Dual clutch transmission *3---I---I---I---
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel tank air filter *4-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Fuel lines, hoses and
connections of each part---I---I---I---
Parking brake (Hand type)-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Brake fluid-I-I-I-I-I-I-I-
Cooling system hoses and connectionsInspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months
Clutch (if equipped) and brake pedal
free playInspect every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or 6 months
All latch, hinges and locksInspect every 24,000 km (15,000 miles) or 12 months
MAINTENANCE
INTERVALS
MAINTENANCE
ITEM
Normal Maintenance Schedule - Turbo Models (CONT.)
I : Inspect and if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace.
R : Replace or change.
*
3: Manual transmission (or Dual clutch transmission (DCT) fluid) fluid should be changed anytime it has been submerged in water.
*4: Fuel tank air filter is considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended as the level of maintenance will be dependent upon the quality fuel used in the vehicle.

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7
Vacuum crankcase ventilation
hoses
Inspect the surface of hoses for evi-
dence of heat and/or mechanical
damage. Hard and brittle rubber,
cracking, tears, cuts, abrasions, and
excessive swelling indicate deterio-
ration.
Pay particular attention to the hose
surfaces nearest to high heat
sources, such as the exhaust mani-
fold.
Inspect the hose routing to assure
that the hoses do not come in con-
tact with any heat source, sharp
edges or moving component which
might cause heat damage or
mechanical wear. Inspect all hose
connections, such as clamps and
couplings, to make sure they are
secure, and that no leaks are pres-
ent. Hoses should be replaced
immediately if there is any evidence
of deterioration or damage.
Air cleaner filter
A Genuine Kia air cleaner filter is rec-
ommended when the filter is replaced.
Spark plugs
Make sure to install new spark plugs
of the correct heat range.
Cooling system
Check the cooling system compo-
nents, such as the radiator, coolant
reservoir, hoses and connections for
leakage and damage. Replace any
damaged parts.
Coolant
The coolant should be changed at
the intervals specified in the mainte-
nance schedule.
Dual clutch transmission fluid
(if equipped)
Inspect the dual clutch transmission
fluid according to the maintenance
schedule.
Intelligent Variable
Transmission (IVT) fluid
The Intelligent Variable Transmission
(IVT) fluid should not be checked
under normal usage conditions.
But in severe conditions, the fluid
should be changed at an authorized
Kia dealer in accordance to the
scheduled maintenance at the begin-
ning of this chapter.
(Refer to the “Maintenance Under
Severe Usage Conditions” section in
Chapter 7.)
✽ ✽
NOTICE
The Intelligent Variable
Transmission (IVT) fluid color is
amber.
As the vehicle is driven, the
Intelligent Variable Transmission
(IVT) fluid will begin to look darker.
This is normal, and you should not
judge the need to replace the fluid
based upon the changed color.

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ENGINE COOLANT
The high-pressure cooling system
has a reservoir filled with year round
antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is
filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and
coolant level at least once a year: at
the beginning of the winter season,
and before traveling to a colder cli-
mate.Checking the coolant level Turn the engine off and wait until it
cools down. Use extreme care
when removing the radiator cap.
Wrap a thick towel around it, and
turn it counterclockwise slowly to
the first stop. Step back while the
pressure is released from the cool-
ing system.
When you are sure all the pressure
has been released, press down on
the cap, using a thick towel, and
continue turning counterclockwise
to remove it.
Even if the engine is not operating, do not remove the radiator cap or
the drain plug while the engine and
radiator are hot. Hot coolant and
steam may still blow out under
pressure, causing serious injury.
WARNING
Removing radiator
cap
Never attempt to remove the
radiator cap while the engine is
operating or hot. Doing so
might lead to cooling system
and engine damage and could
result in serious personal injury
from escaping hot coolant or
steam.

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Maintenance
Check the condition and connections
of all cooling system hoses and
heater hoses. Replace any swollen
or deteriorated hoses.The coolant level should be filled
between F and L marks on the side
of the coolant reservoir when the
engine is cool.
If the coolant level is low, add enough
specified coolant to provide protec-
tion against freezing and corrosion.
Bring the level to F, but do not over-
fill. If frequent additions are required,
see an authorized Kia dealer for a
cooling system inspection.
✽ ✽
NOTICE
Make sure the coolant cap is proper-
ly closed after refilling the coolant.
Otherwise the engine could be over-
heated while driving.
WARNING- Cooling fan
Use caution when working near
the blade of the cooling fan. The
electric motor (cooling fan) is
controlled by engine coolant
temperature, refrigerant pres-
sure and vehicle speed. it may
sometimes operate even when
the engine is not running.
OBD078005
■Nu 2.0L MPI Engine (Gasoline)
OCD078009
■Gamma 1.6L TGDI Engine (Gasoline)

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Engine room compartment fuse panel
Fuse Name Fuse ratingCircuit Protected
MULTI
FUSE-1ALTERNATOR
200A
(NU 2.0L AKS) 150A
(GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI)
Fuse : BURGLAR ALARM, ABS1, ABS2, POWER OUTLET1, Alternator
MDPS80AMDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) Unit
MULTI
FUSE-2
B+560AFuse : ECU 3, ECU 4, HORN, WIPER, A/C, Engine Control Relay
B+260AInstrument Panel Junction Block
B+360AInstrument Panel Junction Block
B+450AInstrument Panel Junction Block (Fuse : POWER WINDOW LH, POWER WINDOW RH,
TRUNK, SUNROOF 1, SEAT HEATER FRONT, AMP, POWER SEAT DRIVER)
COOLING FAN 160A[GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] Cooling Fan 1 Relay
REAR HEATED40ARear Heated Relay
BLOWER40ABLOWER Relay
IG140AIgnition Switch, PDM #2 (ACC) Relay, PDM #3 (IG1) Relay
IG240AIgnition Switch, PDM #4 (IG2) Relay, START Relay
MULTI
FUSE-3PTC HEATER50APTC Heater Relay

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Fuse Name Fuse ratingCircuit Protected
FUSE
POWER OUTLET 220AFront Power Outlet
TCU 115A [GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] TCM (Transmission Control Module)
VACUUM PUMP20A[GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] Vacuum Pump
FUEL PUMP20AFuel Pump Relay
COOLING FAN 230A[NU 2.0L AKS] Cooling Fan 2 Relay, Cooling Fan 3 Relay
B+140AInstrument Panel Junction Block (Long Term Load Latch Relay, Fuse : (BRAKE SWITCH, IBU
1, AIR BAG 2, DOOR LOCK, SEAT HEATER REAR, MODULE 1))
DCT 140A[GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] TCM (Transmission Control Module)
DCT 240A[GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] TCM (Transmission Control Module)
ABS 140AABS (Anti-lock brake system) Module, ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module
ABS 230AABS (Anti-lock brake system) Module, ESC (Electronic Stability Control) Module
POWER OUTLET 140APower Outlet Relay
SENSOR 210A
[NU 2.0L AKS] Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Oil Control Valve #1/#2/#3, Canister Close
Valve, Mass Air Folw Sensor, A/Con Relay, E/R Junction Block (Cooling Fan Relay 1), Variable
Intake Sensor
[GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Oil Control Valve #1/#2, Canister Close
Valve, RCV Control Solenoid Valve, E/R Junction Block (Cooling Fan Relay 1)
ECU 210A[GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] ECM (Engine Control Module)
ECU 120A[NU 2.0L AKS] PCM (Power train Control Module)
[GAMMA 1.6L T-GDI] ECM (Engine Control Module)
INJECTOR15A[NU 2.0L AKS] Injector #1~#4
Engine room compartment fuse panel

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Maintenance
Relay
Relay NameType
COOLING FAN 3 RelayMICRO
COOLING FAN 2 RelayMICRO
PDM 3 (IG1) RelayMICRO
START RelayMICRO
PDM 4 (IG2) RelayMICRO
FUEL PUMP RelayMICRO
PDM 2 (ACC) RelayMICRO
COOLING FAN 1 RelayMINI
BLOWER RelayMINI
PTC HEATER RelayMICRO
REAR HEATED RelayMICRO
POWER OUTLET RelayMICRO

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Specifications & Consumer information
LubricantVolumeClassification
Dual clutch Transmission fluid 1.6L T-GDI
1.9~2.0 l
(1.8~1.9 US qt.) HK DCTF 70W (SK)
SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W DCTF
(H.K.SHELL)
GS DCTF HD 70W (GS CALTEX)
(API GL-4, SAE 70W)
Coolant Nu 2.0L MPIMT
5.6
l(5.9 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Ethylene-glycol with phosphate based coolant for
cooling device)
IVT
6.6
l(7.0 US qt.)
Gamma 1.6L T-GDI DCT
6.9 l(7.3 US qt.)
Brake fluid
0.7 ~ 0.8 l
(0.7 ~ 0.8 US qt.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel53
l(14 US gal.)Unleaded gasoline