2015 KIA Forte Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
Canister
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in
the canister are drawn into the surge
tank through the purge control sole-
noid valve.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve(PCSV)
The purge control solenoid valve is
controlled by the Engine Control
Module (ECM); when the engine
coolant temperature is low during
idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-
orated fuel is not taken into the
engine. After the engine warms up
during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to
the engine.
3. Exhaust emission control system
The Exhaust Emission Control
System is a highly effective system
which controls exhaust emissions
while maintaining good vehicle per-
formance.
Vehicle modifications
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could
affect its performance, safety or
durability and may even violate gov-
ernmental safety and emissions reg-
ulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifi-
cation may not be covered under
warranty.
If you use unauthorized electronic
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorized
electronic devices.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)
Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes.
Therefore, if you smell exhaust
fumes of any kind inside your vehi-
cle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately. If you ever suspect
exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all
the windows fully open. Have your
vehicle checked and repaired
immediately.
WARNING - Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide (CO). Though
colorless and odorless, it is
dangerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions
on this page to avoid CO poi-
soning.

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Do not operate the engine in con-
fined or closed areas (such as
garages) any more than what is
necessary to move the vehicle in or
out of the area.
When the vehicle is stopped in an open area for more than a short
time with the engine running,
adjust the ventilation system (as
needed) to draw outside air into the
vehicle.
Never sit in a parked or stopped vehicle for any extended time with
the engine running.
When the engine stalls or fails to start, excessive attempts to restart
the engine may cause damage to
the emission control system.Operating precautions for catalyt-
ic converters (if equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a cat-
alytic converter emission control
device.
Therefore, the following precautions
must be observed: Use only UNLEADED FUEL for
gasoline engines.
Do not operate the vehicle when there are signs of engine malfunc-
tion, such as misfire or a noticeable
loss of performance.
Do not misuse or abuse the engine. Examples of misuse are
coasting with the ignition off and
descending steep grades in gear
with the ignition off.
Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for extended periods (5
minutes or more).
Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emission con-
trol system. All inspections and
adjustments must be made by an
authorized Kia dealer.
Avoid driving with a extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, dam-
aging the catalytic converter.
Failure to observe these precautions
could result in damage to the catalyt-
ic converter and to your vehicle.
Additionally, such actions could void
your warranties.
WARNING- Fire
Do not park, idle or drive the vehicle over or near flamma-
ble objects, such as grass,
vegetation, paper, leaves, etc.
A hot exhaust system can
ignite flammable items under
your vehicle.
Also, do not remove the heat sink around the exhaust sys-
tem, do not seal the bottom of
the vehicle or do not coat the
vehicle for corrosion control.
It may present a fire risk under
certain conditions.
WARNING- Catalytic
converter
Keep away from the catalytic
converter and exhaust system
while the vehicle is running or
immediately thereafter. The
exhaust and catalytic systems
are very hot and may burn you.

Specifications & Consumer information
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
8-2
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Weight/volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Recommended lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . . 8-6
• Recommended sae viscosity number . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Vehicle certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
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ENGINE
Item1.8 MPI2.0 GDI1.6 Turbo GDI
Displacement [cc.cc (in)] 1,797 (109.66) 1,999 (121.99)1,591 (97.1)
Bore x Stroke [mm (in)] 81 x 87.2 (3.19 x 3.43) 81 x 97 (3.19 x 3.82) 77 x 85 (3.03 x 3.35)
Firing order 1
→ 3 → 4 → 21 → 3 → 4 → 21 → 3 → 4 → 2
No. of cylinders 4, In-line4, In-line4, In-line
Item mm (in)
Overall length
4 Door 4,560 (179.5)
5 Door4,350 (171.3)
2 Door4,530 (178.3)
Overall width 1,780 (70.1)
Overall height
4 Door 1,430 (56.3)
5 Door1,450 (57.1)
2 Door1,410 (55.5)
Front tread
P195/65 R15 (Steel) 1,563 (61.5)
P205/55 R16 (Steel)1,553 (61.1)
P205/55 R16 (Alloy)1,555 (61.2)
P215/45 R17 (Alloy)1,557 (61.3)
P225/40 R18 (Alloy)1,545 (60.8)
Rear tread
P195/65 R15 (Steel)1,576 (62.0)
P205/55 R16 (Steel)1,566 (61.6)
P205/55 R16 (Alloy)1,568 (61.7)
P215/45 R17 (Alloy)1,570 (61.8)
P225/40 R18 (Alloy)1,558 (61.3)
Wheelbase2,700 (106.3)
DIMENSIONS

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BULB WATTAGE
Light BulbWattage Bulb type
Front Headlamps(Low)
55 H11
Headlamps(Low)- HID * 25 D8S
Headlamps(High) 55H1
Front turn signal lamps 28 PY28W/8W
Front position lamps * 5 PY28W/8W
Front position lamps (LED type)* LED LED
Front fog lamps * 35H8
Side Repeater lamps 5 WY5W
Side Repeater lamps (Outside Mirror) * LED LED
Daytime running lamps * 55H1
Side marker5W5W
Rear Bulb
type
Rear Stop/Tail lamps (outside) 28/8 PY28/8
Rear tail lamps (Inside) 8 P28/8
LED
type Rear Stop/Tail lamps (outside) LED LED
Rear Stop/tail lamps (Inside) LED LED
Rear turn signal lamps 27 PY27W
Back-up lamps 16 W16W
Bulb type High mounted stop lamp 21 P21W
LED type LED LED
License plate lamps 5 W5W
Interior Map lamps * 8 FESTOON
Room lamps 8 FESTOON
Vanity mirror lamps * 5 FESTOON
Trunk room lamp * 5 FESTOON
Glove box lamp 5 FESTOON
* : If equipped

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TIRES AND WHEELS
CAUTION
Using tires of a different size may damage the related parts or cause them to operate improp\
erly.
ItemTire size Wheel size Inflation pressure kPa (psi)
Wheel lug nut torque
kg•m (lb N
Normal load *1Maximum load
Front Rear Front Rear
Full size tire P195/65R15 89T 6.0J X15
230 (33) 230 (33) 230 (33) 230 (33) 9~11
(65~79, 88~107)
P205/55R16 89H 6.5J X16
P215/45R17 87H 7.0J X17
P225/40R18 88V 7.5J X18
Compact spare tire *
2T125/80D15 95M 4.0T×15 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60)
T125/80D16 97M *
34.0T×16
*1: Normal load : Up to 3 persons
*
2: If your vehicle is not equipped with a compact spare tire, it will be equipped with a Tire Mobility Kit
*
3: Only for P225/40R18 Tire Size

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WEIGHT/VOLUME
Item1.8 MPI2.0 GDI
1.6 Turbo GDI
4 Door
4 Door5 Door 2 Door 5 Door 2 Door
Gross vehicle weight
kg (lbs.)M/T 1,740 (3,836)
1,750 (3,858)1,780 (3,924) 1,760 (3,880) 1,810 (3,990) 1,790 (3,946)
A/T 1,760 (3,880)
1,770 (3,902)1,800 (3,968) 1,780 (3,924) 1,840 (4,057) 1,820 (4,012)
Luggage volume l(cu ft)
421 (14.9)421 (14.9)657 (23.2) 378 (13.3) 657 (23.2) 378 (13.3)
ItemWeight of volume Classification
Refrigerant
530 ± 25g
18.70 ± 0.88 oz R-134a
Compressor lubricant
110 ± 10g
3.87 ± 0.35 oz PAG (FD46XG)
We recommend that you contact an authorized Kia dealer for more details.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
LubricantVolumeClassification
Engine oil *1 *2 (drain and refill)
RecommendsMPI/GDI engine4.0 l(4.23 US qt.)API Service SM,
ILSAC GF-4 or above*3
Turbo GDI engine4.5 l(4.75 US qt.)ACEA A5 or above
Manual transaxle fluid
MPI/GDI engine1.8 l
(2.0~2.1 US qt.)
API GL-4, SAE 75W/85 or SAE 70W, fill for-life
Turbo GDI engine1.9 ~ 2.0 l
(2.0~2.1 US qt.)
Automatic transaxle fluid7.1 l(7.5 US qt.)MICHANG ATF SP-IV, SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV
Coolant
MPI/GDI
engineM/T6.0 l(6.34 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)A/T5.9 l(6.23 US qt.)
Turbo GDI
engineM/T6.1 l(6.45 US qt.)
A/T5.7 l(6.02 US qt.)