Kia Forte: Maintenance under severe usage conditions
The following items must be serviced more frequently on cars normally used under severe driving conditions. Refer to the chart below for the appropriate maintenance intervals.
R : Replace
I : Inspect and, after inspection, clean, adjust, repair or replace if necessary


Normal maintenance schedule
Severe driving conditionsLubricants
Items
Specified lubricant
Quantity
Transaxle gear oil
SAE 75W/85, API GL-4
1.9 ~ 2.0 L
(0.50 ~ 0.53 U.S.gal., 2.01 ~ 2.11 U.S. qt., 1.67 ~ 1.76 lmp ...
Special Service Tools
Tool Name / Number
Illustration
Description
RKE Battery Checker
09954-2P100
Measuring the RKE battery
voltage
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Engine Mounting Removal and Installation
Engine mounting bracket
1.
Install the jack to the edge of oil pan to support the engine.
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