Kia Forte: Catalytic Converter Description

The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three way catalyst. It oxidizes carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates oxygen from the oxides of nitrogen (NOx).

[SULEV]

[LEV 2]

Description

Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications and the addition of special control components. Modifications to the combustion chamber, intake manifo ...

CVVT (Continuously Variable Valve Timing) System Description

Continuous Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) system advances or retards the valve timing of the intake and exhaust valve in accordance with the ECM control signal which is calculated by the engine ...

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Replacement
[Removal]    • Put on gloves to protect your hands. ...

Components
1. Intake camshaft 2. Exhaust camshaft 3. Intake CVVT assembly 4. Exhaust CVVT assembly 5. Timing chain 6. Timing chain tensioner arm 7. Timing chain tensioner 8. T ...

Windshield washers (front)
In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles. Use this function when the windshield is dirty. The spray and wip ...