On february 05, 2016, kia recalled 10,240 kia forte. Kia motors america kia is recalling certain 2010 20 kia forte, forte koup, 201120 kia optima and 20112012 kia optima hybrid and sedona vehicles. Recommended lubricants and capacities kia soul 200920 am owners manual specifications, consumer information, reporting safety defects recommended lubricants and capacities to help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The forte is an affordablypriced yet wellequipped car that is offered in three trim levels. There should be some, but lots again means possible problems in the near future. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2010 kia forte sedan 4d ex. Detailed features and specs for the used 2010 kia forte including fuel economy, transmission, warranty, engine type, cylinders, drivetrain and more. I know kiahyundai are both plagued with pretty finicky manual transmissions. When it comes to your kia forte, you want parts and products from only trusted brands. For full details such as dimensions, cargo capacity, suspension, colors, and brakes, click on a specific forte trim. All information contained in this owners manual is accurate at the. Kia motors america kia is recalling certain 201020 kia forte, forte koup, 201120 kia optima and 20112012 kia optima hybrid and sedona vehicles.
I have a kia forte 2018 and i read online but nowhere on the user manual that you shouldnt use the cruise control. See our lemon odds and nada odds page to see vehicles with no repairs or vehicles with more than three repairs. This video shows you how to add transmission fluid to your 2010 kia optima. If the transmission fluid level on your optima is low, you need to add fluid through the dipstick tube. Search used kia forte with manual transmission for sale nationwide. Of course medical and vehicle problems always seem to happen on. The list below shows all known recalls from transport canadas database. Focus or mazda3, and its manual transmission is nowhere near as refined. Find aftermarket and oem parts online or at a local store near you. Atf drain and refill, fluid and procedure bob is the oil guy. Find kia recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a. See 2010 kia forte technical service bulletins tsbs at truedelta, organized by model year and problem area.
In the event of a crash, the air bag control unit acu may short circuit, preventing the frontal air bags and seat belt pretensioners from deploying. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the. Most of you said what i thought you would, and how i felt aswell that life time fill means the life of the transmission, and not the life of the car. A few drops a day will not drop the oil level a measurable amount in just 30 days. I bought my kia forte sx sedan with manual transmission brand new back in. Low prices on automatic transmission fluid for your kia forte at advance auto parts. Select your vehicle options to narrow down results. To see how frequently kia forte problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. Some kia drivers have reported clutch failures resulting in the cars inability to go into gear. I talked to one kia mechanic who said its a real pita to get to. A transmission fluid cooler hose may have been improperly. What kind of transmission fluid does the 2010 kia forte take. Before adding transmission fluid, make sure that your engine was running when you checked the fluid level.
Check the old fluid drained for amounts of metal filings. Jul 27, 2017 did some research and couldnt find a video showing how to change the transmission oil or how much so i made this for anyome who might need it first youtube video apologize for the quality. Synthetic manual transmission gear oil maintenance. Reported problems with kia transmissions include sticking and lagging. In these vehicles, the automatic transmission fluid cooler hose may have been improperly cured during the manufacturing process, increasing the possibility of transmission fluid leaking from the hose. Get the best deals on complete manual transmissions for kia forte when you shop the largest online selection at. I have 99,200 miles on my car and have had the loud bottom end knock which seems to be so common with these engines for quite awhile. The at on my soul is sealed and the fill hole is hidden under the battery. The kia owners manual says to inspect the transmission fluid at 40,000 and only change. Fluids changer regularly and tires recently only problem was the cold star choke. To see how frequently 2010 kia forte problems occur, check out our car reliability stats. According to the manual under normal usage it is not necessary to change the fluid.
Kia forte automatic transmission fluid advance auto parts. I am changing from mobil 1 synthetic to redline mt90 fluid. Outside of regular maintenance tires, brake pads, oil changes, and a few recalls this is the first repair i needed on my car ever. I did contact kia canada for the poor service i got from 401 dixie kia and im now dealing with another dealership, its not just me who thinks that my car has a transmission problem but my dad notices it too, he approached me before i even told him i thought there was a problem, i asked a friend to come over as he worked for honda at service, he. See owners manual for factory dos and donts my 2011 5. This database includes information received by nhtsa from consumers either directly or as recorded by the vehicle safety hotline. In march 2016, a recall was issued for kia td cerato vehicles that were manufactured from 27 august 2010 to 11 november 2010. How to check your automatic transmission fluid performance kia. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have. Take a moment to introduce yourself to the community.
This product is made of highquality components to meet. Parts found for 2010 kia forte transmission transaxle gearmanual 6 illustrations found for the vehicle you selected. At performance kia, we regularly help our clients with issues that are related to, well, the performance of their kia. Does mt85 75w85 gl4 gear oil red line synthetic oil have the distinctive onion smell of decades old 90w. The owners manual will familiarize you with the operational, maintenance and safety information regarding your kia vehicle. Used kia forte with manual transmission for sale cargurus. Signs of a bad transmission on your kia garden grove kia. Maintenance schedule at the beginning of this section. How to check your automatic transmission fluid by product expert posted in service and repair, tips and tricks on tuesday, march 14th, 2017 at 7. Recommended type of transmission oil for kia sorento. I have an oil leak spots on driveway since wednesday but engine oil is 100% full. Car was serviced with oil and filter change at kia dealer 30 days ago.
Our top forums full forum listing soul general discussion gen 1 learn more about the allnew kia soul crossover. I have 30k right now and i checked the fluid and its a light brown in color. All models receive a low washerfluid warning light, and led daytime running. The 2010 kia forte is a brandnew midsize sedan with seating for five passengers. Stick with the transmission fluid change that is specified in your owners manual. When you need a headlight bulb or a stop light switch, you may be tempted to just run down to the local auto parts chain store. Follow these steps to add transmission fluid in a 2010 kia forte ex 2. Engine compartmentmain fuse replacement immobilizer system fuserelay panel description theftalarm system warnings and indicators memory fuse remote keyless entry battery replacement child restraint system. Complete video instructions to add transmission fluid to a 2010 kia forte ex 2. The worst complaints are engine, accessories interior, and suspension problems. Kia forte 2010 2011 2012 20 repair manual factory manual. Kia motors america provides a wide range of cars that meet your lifestyle. A messedup transmission can be an overlooked maintenance problem, often because many people dont recognize the signs of it.
I have kept every receipt for every part and work i have had done. What has been a constant problem with this car is that the tires leak air. Hello all, i recently asked a question about my transmission in my 20 kia forte with,000 miles being a life time fill. Approximately 10,000 modelyear 2011 kia forte cars built from aug. Owners may contact kia customer service at 18003334542. Kia forte questions were do i put in tranmission fluid. Search over 25,300 listings to find the best local deals. Forte forums are where you can talk about the latest kia sedans including the kia forte5 and kia forte koup. View the 2010 kia forte recall information and find service centers in your area to perform the recall repair. Complete manual transmissions for kia forte for sale ebay. Signs of a bad transmission on your kia by product expert posted in how tos on monday, november 20th, 2017 at 7.
This product is made of highquality components to meet and exceed strict quality requirements. It seeps over winter, and uses about a quart of coolant between oil changes. If used in extreme operating conditions frequent stop and go, extreme temperatures, towing, dusty roads, etc. Find kia forte recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you. If you havent had your transmission fluid checked recently, it might be time to make sure it is at a safe level.
For all other affected vehicles, kia will instruct dealers to install the extension wire harness kit. Feb 10, 2018 2017 kia forte transmission fluid change. As a global car manufacturer focused on building highquality, value for money prices, kia motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations. View and download kia forte 2010 owners manual online. Quick video on me changing my kia fortes manual transmission fluid. Kia motors america kia is recalling certain 201020 kia forte, forte koup.
The 2010 kia forte takes api gl4 sae 75w85 for manual transmission models and uses diamond atf spiii, sk atf. Kia motors america kia is recalling certain model year 2014 kia forte vehicles manufactured december 5, 2012, to april 17, 2014. My forte has required nothing that i couldnt handle. This information may be used by nhtsa during the investigation process. Is there an alternate transmission fluid than qualifies for use in a kia optima other than the kia dealership fluid.
The model year is not necessarily the year of first registration, if in doubt contact your nearest kia dealer not all oil manufacturers produce all grades, consult your owners manual for acceptable variances vehicle details engine oil kia engine oil grades and capacities. Rockauto ships auto parts and body parts from over 300 manufacturers to customers doors worldwide, all at warehouse prices. Jul 07, 2015 kia forte 2010 2011 2012 or 20 factory repair manual it is the only factory service manual from intenet in pdf, ready for instant download. Synthetic manual transmission gear oil maintenancerepairs car. Page 268 coolant do not use radiator coolant or have the coolant changed by an author antifreeze in the washer fluid ized kia dealer according to the reservoir. Api gl5, sae 75w90 semisynthetic transmission fluid.
I placed a plastic tray under the car and leak seems to be about one ounce per day. Post your car problems here and seek advice from fellow car owners. According to the website autopartsfair, signs of malfunctioning kia transmissions include oil leaks, burning odors, muddy transmission fluid and unusual sounds when shifting. However, if your maintenance schedule specifically calls for a flush, or your. So you know ive been around car all my life and personally make as many repairs as i can fluids, brakes, rotors, plugs, filters, etc. Kia forte engine 2010 kia forte problems with engine. Find kia forte recalls information, reported by the nhtsa, and we will help you find a nearby service center where you can get your car fixed. All can be had with an automatic or manual transmission. The affected vehicles have a transmission fluid cooler hose that may have been improperly manufactured, resulting in a transmission fluid leak. This service is typically done as part of a bigger, more expensive repair, so. We urge you to read these publications carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of your kia vehicle. Select up to 3 trims below to compare some key specs and options for the 2010 kia forte. Kia motors america kia is recalling certain model year 2011 forte vehicles manufactured august 27, 2010, to november 11, 2010. On january 16, 2015, kia recalled 86,880 kia forte.
Itll probably say to use only kia fluid or some equivalent. Advance auto parts has 4 different automatic transmission fluid for your vehicle, ready for shipping or instore pick up. The gtline offers an available 6speed manual transmission and available michelin pilot sport 4 summer tires, backed with a standard 201hp turbocharged engine. Kia forte transmission fluid change cost estimate repairpal.
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