2020 KIA FORTE weight

Specifications & Consumer information
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
8-3
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Gross vehicle weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Luggage volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Recommended lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . . 8-8
• Recommended SAE viscosity number. . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Vehicle certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . 8-11
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-12
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Specifications & Consumer information
GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM LUGGAGE VOLUME
We recommend that you contact an authorized Kia dealer for more details.
ItemVolume
SAE15.3 cu ft (434 l)
ItemsWeight of VolumeClassification
Refrigerant g (oz.) 500 ± 25 (17.6 ± 0.88)R-134a
R-1234yf
Compressor lubricantcc (oz.) 110 ± 10 (3.87 ± 0.35)PAG 30
ItemNu 2.0L MPI Gamma 1.6L T-GDI
6MT IVT 7 DCT
Gross vehicle weight
kg (lbs.)
1,650
(3,638)1,720
(3,792)1,800
(3,968)

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Index
Gross vehicle weight........................................................8-7\
Hood ........................................................................\
......4-35Closing the hood ........................................................4-36
Hood open warning ....................................................4-36
Opening the hood ........................................................4-35
How to use this manual ..................................................1-2
If the engine overheats ....................................................6-7
If the engine will not start ..............................................6-4 If engine doesn't turn over or turns over slowly ..........6-4
If engine turns over normally but does not start ..........6-4
If you have a flat tire ....................................................6-14 Changing tires ............................................................6-15
Jack and tools ..............................................................6-14
Removing and storing the spare tire ..........................6-15
If you have a flat tire (With Tire Mobility Kit) ............6-23 Checking the tire inflation pressure ............................6-31
Components of the Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) ............6-26
Components of the Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) ............6-27
Distributing the sealant ..............................................6-31
Introduction ................................................................6-24 Notes on the safe use of the Tire Mobility Kit ..........6-25
Technical data ............................................................6-32
Using the Tire Mobility Kit ........................................6-28
Important safety precautions ..........................................3-2 Air bag hazards ............................................................3-2
Always wear your seat belt ..........................................3-2
Control your speed ........................................................3-3
Driver distraction ..........................................................3-2
Keep your vehicle in safe condition ............................3-3
Restrain all children ......................................................3-2
In case of an emergency while driving ............................6-3 If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing ..............6-3
If the engine stalls while driving ..................................6-3
If you have a flat tire while driving ..............................6-3
Instrument cluster ..........................................................4-56 Gauges ........................................................................\
4-58
Instrument cluster control ..........................................4-57
LCD window control ..................................................4-57
Transmission shift indicator........................................4-61
Instrument panel overview ..............................................2-5
Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) ........................5-35 Good driving practices ................................................5-41
Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) operation ....5-35
Shift lock system ........................................................5-40
Interior features............................................................4-144 Air ventilation seat ....................................................4-146
Clothes hanger ..........................................................4-153
Cup holder ................................................................4-144
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Wheel alignment and tire balance ..............................7-49
Wheel replacement ....................................................7-51
Towing ........................................................................\
..6-33 Emergency towing ......................................................6-35
Removable towing hook ............................................6-35
Towing service ............................................................6-33
Trailer towing ..............................................................5-147
Trunk ........................................................................\
......4-24 Closing the trunk ........................................................4-25
Emergency trunk safety release ..................................4-25
Opening the trunk ......................................................4-24
Vehicle break-in process ..................................................1-6
Vehicle certification label ..............................................8-11
Vehicle data collection and event data recorders ............1-7
Vehicle identification number (VIN) ............................8-11
Vehicle load limit ........................................................5-148 Certification label......................................................5-152
Tire and loading information label ..........................5-148
Vehicle modifications ......................................................1-6
Vehicle weight ............................................................5-153 Base curb weight ......................................................5-153
Cargo weight ............................................................5-153
GAW (Gross Axle Weight) ......................................5-153
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ........................5-153
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) ..................................5-153 GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) ....................5-153
Vehicle curb weight ..................................................5-153
Warning and indicator lights..........................................4-80 Indicator lights ............................................................4-90
Warning lights ............................................................4-80
Washer fluid ..................................................................7-33 Checking the washer fluid level..................................7-33
Welcome system ..........................................................4-113 Headlight (Headlamp) escort function......................4-113
Interior light ..............................................................4-113
Pocket light ..............................................................4-113
Windows ........................................................................\
4-30 Power windows ..........................................................4-31
Windshield defrosting and defogging..........................4-137 Automatic climate control system ............................4-138
Defogging logic ........................................................4-139
Manual climate control system ................................4-137
Winter driving ..............................................................5-145 Carry emergency equipment ....................................5-147
Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary ..............5-146
Check battery and cables ..........................................5-146
Check spark plugs and ignition system ....................5-146
Don’t let your parking brake freeze..........................5-147
Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath ........5-147
Snowy or icy conditions ..........................................5-145
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