2015 KIA Forte brake

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BRAKE/CLUTCH (IF EQUIPPED) FLUID
Checking the brake/clutch*
fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake/clutch* fluid, clean
the area around the reservoir cap
thoroughly to prevent brake/clutch*
fluid contamination.
* if equipped If the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-
mal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings and/or
clutch disc (if equipped). If the fluid
level is excessively low, have the
brake/clutch* system checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.
Use only the specified brake/clutch*
fluid. (Refer to “Recommended lubri-cants and capacities” in chapter 8.)
Never mix different types of fluid.
In the event the brake/clutch* system
requires frequent additions of fluid,
the vehicle should be inspected by
an authorized Kia dealer.
When changing and adding
brake/clutch* fluid, handle it carefully.
Do not let it come in contact with
your eyes. If brake/clutch* fluid
should come in contact with your
eyes, immediately flush them with a
large quantity of fresh tap water.
Have your eyes examined by a doc-
tor as soon as possible.
Brake/clutch* fluid, which has been
exposed to open air for an extended
time should never be used as its
quality cannot be guaranteed. It
should be disposed of properly.
CAUTION - Brake/clutch fluid
Do not allow brake/clutch* fluidto contact the vehicle's bodypaint, as paint damage willresult.
CAUTION - Proper fluid
Only use brake/clutch fluid inbrake/clutch system. Smallamounts of improper fluids(such as engine oil) can causedamage to the brake/clutch sys-tem.
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WASHER FLUID
Checking the washer fluid
level
Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-
sary. Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available.
However, use washer solvent with
antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.
Checking the parking brake
Check the stroke of the parking
brake by counting the number of
“clicks’’ heard while fully applying it
from the released position. Also, the
parking brake alone should securely
hold the vehicle on a fairly steep
grade. If the stroke is more or less
than specified, have the parking
brake adjusted by an authorized Kia
dealer.
Stroke : 6~8 “clicks’’ at a force of 20kg (44 lbs, 196 N).
WARNING - Windshield
fluid
Do not drink the windshield
washer fluid. The windshield
washer fluid is poisonous to
humans and animals.
WARNING - Flammable
fluid
Do not allow the washer fluid to
come in contact with open
flames or sparks. The wind-
shield washer fluid reservoir is
flammable under certain cir-
cumstances. This can result in a
fire.
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Maintenance
Disc brake pads should be inspectedfor wear whenever tires are rotated.
Rotate radial tires that have an direc-
tional tread pattern only from front to
rear and not from right to left.
Do not use the compact spare tire for
tire rotation.Wheel alignment and tire bal-
ance
The wheels on your vehicle were
aligned and balanced carefully at the
factory to give you the longest tire life
and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to
have your wheels aligned again.
However, if you notice unusual tire
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
or the other, the alignment may need
to be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
when driving on a smooth road, your
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
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Without a spare tire
Directional tires (if equipped)
CAUTION - Wheel weight
Improper wheel weights candamage your vehicle's alu-minum wheels. Use onlyapproved wheel weights.
WARNING- Mixing tire
types
Do not mix bias ply and radial
ply tires under any circum-
stances. This may cause unusu-
al handling characteristics.

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Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
indicator will appear as a solid band
across the tread. This shows there is
less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear
across the entire tread before replac-
ing the tire. The ABS works by comparing the
speed of the wheels. Tire size can
affect wheel speed. When replacing
tires, all 4 tires must use the same
size originally supplied with the vehi-
cle. Using tires of a different size can
cause the ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) and ESC (Electronic
Stability Control) (if equipped) to
work irregularly.
Compact spare tire replacement
A compact spare tire has a shorter
tread life than a regular size tire.
Replace it when you can see the
tread wear indicator bars on the tire.
The replacement compact spare tire
should be the same size and design
tire as the one provided with your
new vehicle and should be mounted
on the same compact spare tire
wheel. The compact spare tire is not
designed to be mounted on a regular
size wheel, and the compact spare
tire wheel is not designed for mount-
ing a regular size tire.
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Maintenance
Fuse Name Fuse ratingCircuit Protected
HTD STRG 15A Steering Wheel Heater IG 1 20A W/O Smart Key : E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Fuse - TCU, ECU 3, ABS 3)
WIPER FRT 25A Wiper Motor, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper Relay), Multifunction Switch (Wiper)
MULTIMEDIA 2 7.5A Telematics Unit
MEMORY 7.5ADriver IMS Module, Driver Smart Key Outside Handle, Passenger Smart Key Outside Handle, BCM, Tire
Pressure Monitoring Module, Auto Light & Photo Sensor Instrument Cluster, Data Link Connector,
Multipurpose Check Connector, Digital Clock, A/C Control Module, Electro Chromic Mirror, Driver Power
Outside Mirror Passenger Power Outside Mirror
MODULE 7 10A ICM Relay Box (Turn Signal Lamp Sound Relay, Folding Relay, Unfolding Relay) PDM 3 7.5A [With Smart Key] Smart Key Control Module [W/O Smart Key] Immobilizer Module
MDPS 7.5A MDPS Unit
MODULE 3 7.5A Instrument Cluster
START 7.5A[With Burglar Alarm & W/O Smart Key & W/O IMMO.] ICM Relay Box (Burglar Alarm Relay)
[W/O Burglar Alarm or With Smart Key or With IMMO.] Transaxle Range Switch (A/T), E/R Fuse & Relay
Box (Start 1 Relay), Smart Key Control Module, ECM
MULTIMEDIA 1 15A Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, DC-DC Converter
BRAKE SWITCH 10A Stop Lamp Switch, Smart Key Control Module PDM 1 20A Smart Key Control Module
POWER OUTLET 2 20A Power Outlet A/BAG IND 7.5A Instrument Cluster (Air Bag IND.)
MODULE 4 10A Crash Pad Switch, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, Stop Lamp Switch, Digital Clock, BCM, ISG Off
Switch, Rear Parking Assist Sensor LH (Out/In) Rear Parking Assist Sensor RH (Out/In), Front Parking
Assist Sensor LH/RH
A/BAG 15A SRS Control Module, Passenger Weight Classification Sensor

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Engine compartment fuse panel
Fuse Name Fuse rating Circuit Protected
MULTI FUSE MDPS 80A MDPS Unit
B+1 60A Smart Junction Box (ARISU-LT IPS 1 (4CH), Fuse - MODULE 6, MODULE 7, P/WDW LH,
P/WDW RH, TRUNK)
ABS 1 40A ESC Module
C/FAN 40A C/Fan 1 Relay, C/Fan 2 Relay
RR HTD 40A RR HTD Relay
BLOWER 40A Blower Relay
GSL PTC 60A GSL PTC Relay
B+2 60A Smart Junction Box (ARISU-LT IPS 3 (4CH), ARISU-LT IPS 4 (4CH), IPS 5 (2CH), Fuse - PDM
1, P/SEAT DRV BRAKE SWITCH, S/HEATER RR)
FUSE B/UP LAMP 10A
A/T : Electro Chromic Mirror, Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Rear Combination Lamp (In)
LH/RH Smart Junction Box (IPS Control Module), M/T : Back-Up Lamp Switch
TCU 1 15A Transaxle Range Switch, Vehicle Speed Sensor, Oil Pump Inverter, E/R Fuse & Relay Box
(Fuse - B/UP LAMP )
ABS 3 10A ESC Module, Yaw Rate Sensor
ECU 3 10A ECM/PCM
A/CON
SWITCH 10A A/C Control Module, Blower Motor, Blower Relay, ECM/PCM, Blower Resistor
WIPER 10A ECM/PCM, Wiper Motor, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper Relay) B+3 50A Smart Junction Box (Leak Current Autocut Device, Fuse - PDM 2, DR LOCK, SUNROOF)
EMS 40A EMS Box (Engine Control Relay, Fuse -ECU 4, A/CON, F/PUMP)
ISG
INVERTER 50A Oil Pump Inverter
DEICER 15A ICM Relay Box (Front Deicer Relay)
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APPEARANCE CARE
Exterior care
Exterior 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.
Finish maintenance
Washing
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
driving, 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 fin-
ish.
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 forward
speed.
CAUTION - Headlight
Lens
To prevent damage, do not
clean headlight lens with chem-ical solvents or strong deter-gents.

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Specifications & Consumer information
*1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute to fuel econ-
omy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure
in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*
3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL.
LubricantVolumeClassification
Brake/clutch fluid0.7~0.8 l
(0.7~0.8 US qt.)FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel50 l(13.2 US gal.)Unleaded gasoline