Kia Forte: Description

The ECM (Electro Chromatic inside rear view Mirror) is for dimming the reflecting light from a vehicle behind at night, Preventing glare from the light. The forward facing sensor detects brightness of the surroundings, while the rearward looking sensor detects the strength of the reflecting light and adjusts the reflexibility of the mirror in the range of 7~85%. But, when the reverse gear is engaged, it stops functioning.

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Automatic-dimming Function

To protect your vision during nighttime driving, your mirror will automatically dim upon detecting glare from the vehicles traveling behind you. The auto-dimming function can be controlled by ...

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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 ...

Accelerator Position Sensor (APS) Inspection
1. Connect the GDS on the Data Link Connector (DLC). 2. Turn the ignition switch ON. 3. Measure the output volt ...

Fuel Line Installation
   • Install the component with the specified torques. • ...