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 conditionsTiming Chain Inspection
Sprockets, Chain Tensioner, Chain Guide, Chain Tensioner Arm
1.
Check the CVVT sprocket and crankshaft sprocket for abnormal wear,
cracks, or damage. Replace if necessa ...
Specifications
Fuel Delivery System
Items
Specification
Fuel Tank
Capacity
50 lit. (13.2 U.S.gal., 52.8 U.S.qt., 44.0 Imp.qt.)
Fuel Filter
Ty ...
Auto Defogging Sensor Description
The auto defogging sensor is installed on the front windshield glass.
The auto defogging sensorr senses moisture on the windshild. The air conditioner
control module receives the signal from ...