2010 KIA Forte Owner's Manual

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✽NOTICENot all fuse panel descriptions in this
manual may be applicable to your vehi-
cle. It is accurate at the time of printing.
When you inspect the fuse box on your
vehicle, refer to the fuse box label.
Engine compartment fuse panel
OTD079026/OTD079027
G210300ATD-EC
Fuse/Relay panel descriptionInside the fuse/relay box covers, you can find the fuse/relay label describing fuse/relay
name and capacity.
Instrument panel fuse panel

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7Instrument panel fuse panel
Fuse Fuse rating Protected componentSTART10A Transaxle Range Switch (A/T), Ignition Lock Switch (M/T), E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Start Relay)
A/CON SW 10A A/C Control Module (Auto A/C), PCM
MIRR. HTD 10A Driver/ Passenger Power Outside Mirror (Defogger), A/C Control Module (Rear Defogger SW)
S/HTR 15A Front Seat Warmer LH/RH
A/CON 10AE/R Fuse & Relay Box (Blower Relay), BCM, Incar Temperature Sensor (Auto), Sunroof Control Module,
A/C Control Module
HEAD LAMP 10A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (H/LP (HI/LO) Relay), DRL Control Module
WIPER (FR) 25A Multifunction Switch (Wiper & Washer SW), E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper Relay), Front Wiper Motor
DRL 15A DRL Control Module
FOG LP (RR) 10A -
P/WDW DR 25A Power Window Main Switch, Rear Power Window Switch LH
D/CLOCK 10A Audio, BCM, Clock, Power Outside Mirror Switch
P/OUTLET 15A Power Outlet
DR LOCK 20A Sunroof Control Module, ICM Relay Box (Door Lock/Unlock Relay, Two Turn Unlock Relay)
DEICER 15A ICM Relay Box (Windshield Defogger Relay)
STOP LP 15A Stop Lamp Switch, Sport Mode Switch, Key Solenoid
ROOM LP 15A Trunk Room Lamp, BCM, Clock, Instrument Cluster (IND.), Data Link Connector, A/C Control Module,
Ignition Key Ill. & Door Warning Switch, Room Lamp, Map Lamp
AUDIO 15A Audio
POWER
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Fuse Fuse ratingProtected component
TRUNK OPEN 15A Trunk Open Relay
PDM 25A -
SAFETY P/WDW 25A - P/WDW ASS 25A Power Window Main Switch, Passenger Power Window Switch, Rear Power Window Switch RHP/OUTLET 15A Power OutletT/SIG LP 10A Hazard Switch
A/BAG IND 10A Instrument Cluster (IND.) CLUSTER 10A Instrument Cluster (IND.), BCM, Electronic Chromic Mirror, Rheostat, Steering Angle Sensor A/BAG 15A SRS Control Module
IGN1-A 15A PDM, EPMESC Switch, EPS Control Module Control Module
HAZARD LP 15A ICM Relay Box (Hazard Relay), Hazard Switch
TAIL LP (RH) 10A Rear Combination Lamp (In/Out) RH, Head Lamp RH, Shunt Connector, Passenger Power Window Switch,
License Lamp RH (4DR), Illuminations, Rheostat Relay (With DRL)
TAIL LP (LH) 10A Head Lamp LH, Rear Combination Lamp (In/Out) LH, Power Window Main Switch,
License Lamp (2DR), License Lamp LH (4DR)

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7Engine compartment fuse panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
ALT125AGenerator, Fuse (MDPS, HTD GLASS, C/FAN, ABS 2, BLOWER, IGN 1, FOG LP (FR), ABS 1)
MDPS 80A EPS Control Module
ABS 2 40A ESC Control Module, ABS Control Module
C/FAN 40A C/Fan LO/HI Relay
BLOWER 40A Blower Relay
HTD GLASS 40A I/P Junction Box (Rear Defogger Relay) IGN 2 30A Ignition Switch, Start Relay, Button Relay Box (ESCL Relay)
BATT 1 50AI/P Junction Box (Fuse (TAIL LAMP (LH/RH), P/WDW DR, P/WDW ASS, FOG LP (RR)/SSB,
SMK, PDM), Tail Lamp Relay, Power Window Relay)
ABS 1 40A ESC Control Module, ABS Control Module
IGN 1 30A Ignition Switch, Button Relay Box (ESCL Relay (IGN1))
BATT 2 50AI/P Junction Box (Power Connector (AUDIO, ROOM LP LAMP), FUSE (STOP LP, DEICER,
HAZARD LP, DR LOCK, TRUNK OPEN))
ECU 30A Engine Control Relay
FOG LP (FR) 10A Multipurpose Check Connector, Front Fog Relay, Battery Sensor H/LP HI 20A H/LP (HI) Relay,
HORN 10A Horn Relay
H/LP LO(LH) 10A Head Lamp LH
H/LP LO(RH) 10A Head Lamp RH SPARE 10A -
SNSR 3 10A ECM, PCM, Vehicle Speed Sensor, Pulse Generator 'A', Stop Lamp Switch
ABS 10A Multipurpose Check Connector, ESC Control Module, ABS Control Module
ECU 3 15A Ignition Coil (#1~#4), Condenser, PCM
MULTI
FUSE
FUSE

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Description Fuse ratingProtected component
B/UP LP10A Inhibitor Switch, Pulse Generater 'B', Back Up Lamp Switch
SPARE 15A -
SPARE 20A -
IGN COIL 20A Condenser (G4KF), Ignition Coil #1~4
SNSR 2 10AOil Control Valve (#1, #2), Camshaft Position Sensor (Intake, Exhaust), F/PUMP Relay,
C/FAN LO Relay, Immobilizer Module
ECU 2 10A PCM, Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Oxygen Sensor (Down)
INJECTOR 10A A/CON Relay, Crankshaft Position Sensor, Oxygen Sensor (UP), Injector #1~4,
Variable Intake Sensor
SNSR 1 15A PCM, Canister Close Valve
ECU 1 10A PCM
A/CON 10A A/CON Relay
F/PUMP 15A F/FUMP Relay
FUSE

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7APPEARANCE CAREExterior careG230101AUNExterior general caution It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning and
caution statements that appear on the
label.
G230102BUNFinish maintenanceWashing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish from
rust and deterioration, wash it thoroughly
and frequently at least once a month with
lukewarm or cold water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road driv-
ing, you should wash it after each off-
road trip. Pay special attention to the
removal of any accumulation of salt, dirt,
mud, and other foreign materials. Make
sure the drain holes in the lower edges of
the doors and rocker panels are kept
clear and clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar deposits
can damage your vehicle’s finish if not
removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water. Do
not allow soap to dry on the finish.
WARNING -
Wet brakes
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.
CAUTION
• Do not use strong soap, chemical
detergents or hot water, and donot wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or when the body of thevehicle is warm.
Do not wash the side windows too close with high pressurewater. Water may leak through the windows and wet the interior.
To prevent damage to the plastic parts, do not clean with chemicalsolvents or strong detergents.

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Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no
longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle before
waxing. Use a good quality liquid or
paste wax, and follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. Wax all metal trim to protect
it and to maintain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar materials
with a spot remover will usually strip the
wax from the finish. Be sure to re-wax
these areas even if the rest of the vehicle
does not yet need waxing.
G230103AUNFinish damage repair Deep scratches or stone chips in the
painted surface must be repaired
promptly. Exposed metal will quickly rust
and may develop into a major repair
expense.✽ ✽NOTICEIf your vehicle is damaged and requires
any metal repair or replacement, be sure
the body shop applies anti-corrosion
materials to the parts repaired or
replaced.
CAUTION
Water washing in the engine com-
partment including high pressurewater washing may cause the fail- ure of electrical circuits located inthe engine compartment.
Never allow water or other liquids to come in contact with electri-cal/electronic components inside the vehicle as this may damagethem.
OJB037800
CAUTION
Wiping dust or dirt off the body with a dry cloth will scratch thefinish.
Do not use steel wool, abrasive cleaners, or strong detergentscontaining highly alkaline orcaustic agents on chrome-platedor anodized aluminum parts. This may result in damage to the pro-tective coating and cause discol- oration or paint deterioration.

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7B230104AUNBright-metal maintenance To remove road tar and insects, use a
tar remover, not a scraper or other
sharp object.
To protect the surfaces of bright-metal parts from corrosion, apply a coating of
wax or chrome preservative and rub to
a high luster.
During winter weather or in coastal areas, cover the bright metal parts with
a heavier coating of wax or preserva-
tive. If necessary, coat the parts with
non-corrosive petroleum jelly or other
protective compound.
G230105ASAUnderbody maintenanceCorrosive materials used for ice and
snow removal and dust control may col-
lect on the underbody. If these materials
are not removed, accelerated rusting can
occur on underbody parts such as the
fuel lines, frame, floor pan and exhaust
system, even though they have been
treated with rust protection.
Thoroughly flush the vehicle underbody
and wheel openings with lukewarm or
cold water once a month, after off-road
driving and at the end of each winter. Pay
special attention to these areas because
it is difficult to see all the mud and dirt. It
will do more harm than good to wet down
the road grime without removing it. The
lower edges of the doors, rocker panels,
and frame members have drain holes
that should not be allowed to clog with
dirt; trapped water in these areas can
cause rusting.
WARNING
After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired,
dry the brakes by applying them
lightly while maintaining a slow for-
ward speed.