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2010 Kia Forte
2.0L 4-cyl Engine Code [2] Engine Code [2]
156 bhp. @ 6200 rpm / Torque: 144 ft. lbs. @ 4300 rpm
16 Valves Double Overhead Camshaft Variable Valve Timing
2.0L - Inline 4-cyl (1998 cc) (Gasoline)
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1

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Product Cross Reference Guide: This product cross reference guide follows recommendations outlined in your owners manual and also reflects periodic service recommendation updates from the original equipment manufacturer for this particular model (2010 Kia Forte with engine code [2]) show example...

For example, the manufacturer may have recommended 5W30 motor oil at the time of production (owners manual) & later revised the recommendation to 5W20. This guide will reflect latest recommendation by the manufacturer for this model. If there are no special instructions from the manufacturer, the owner can choose to follow either one of the recommendation without voiding warranty hide example.

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  1. Engine Oil

    Grade 1  »  API*
    Maximum Performance Signature Series 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (ALMQT)
    Performance Plus XL 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (XLMQT)
    Performance OE 5W-20 Synthetic Motor Oil (OEMQT)
    Above 0 F  »  10W-30
    All TEMPS  »  5W-20, 5W-30 [1]

  2. Manual Transmission

    Manual Transmission, M5CF3 (5-SPD)  »  GL-4

    All TEMPS  »  75W-85
    Manual Transmission & Transaxle Gear Lube 75W-90 (MTGQT)

  3. Automatic Transmission

    Automatic Transmission, A4CF2  »  SL042

    Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (ATFQT)
    OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (OTFQT)

    Automatic Transmission, A5CF2  »  SL042

    Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (ATF) (ATFQT)
    OE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid (OTFQT)

  4. Power Steering Fluid

    Power Steering Fluid  »  PS010

    Power Steering Fluid (PSFCN)

  5. Brake Fluid

    Brake Fluid  »  HB

    DOT 3 and 4 Brake Fluid (BFLVCN) [2]

  6. Clutch Fluid

    Clutch Fluid  »  HB

    DOT 3 and 4 Brake Fluid (BFLVCN) [2]

  7. Lubricants & Fluids Comments  »  [*]

    [1] SAE 5W-20 is preferred.
    [2] Hydraulic Brake Fluid, DOT 3

  8. Fluid Capacities (drive train fluids)

    Engine, with filter  »  4.1 quarts [1]
    Cooling System, Initial Fill  »  6.3 quarts
    Passenger Car & Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant
    AMSOIL Antifreeze and Engine Coolant
    Automatic Transmission, A5CF2 Initial Fill  »  Not Specified
    Automatic Transmission, A4CF2 Initial Fill  »  Not Specified
    Automatic Transmission, Total Fill
    4 speed A4CF2  »  7 quarts
    5 speed A5CF2  »  8 quarts
    Manual Transmission, M5CF3 (5-SPD)  »  4 pints
    ANTPC ANT
    Capacities Comments
    [1] After refill check oil level.

  9. Chassis Lubrication

    0 Fittings, 0 Plugs

  10. Torque Specifications

    Oil Drain Plug  »  29-36 ft/lbs
    Manual Transmission
    Fill Plug 43-57 ft/lbs
    Drain Plug 43-57 ft/lbs

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  1. Filters: Oil, Air, Cabin, Fuel, Transmission, Hydraulic & Crankcase

    Oil Filter Absolute Efficiency Oil Filter (EA15K20) [1]
    Oil Filter WIX 51334 Oil Filter  
    Cabin Air Filter WIX 24684 Cabin Air Filter  

    Filter Comments
    [1] Replaces the Ea15k46, which will still work for this vehicle

  2. Gasoline Engine Fuel Additives

    Dominator Octane Boost (AOB)
    AOBDominator Octane Boost (AOB)

    Maximizes power and improves performance in all two-cycle and four-cycle gasoline engines. Reduces engine knock, improves ignition and engine response, helps fuel burn cleaner and inhibits corrosion. Recommended for off-road and racing use. Packag...

    Gasoline Stabilizer (AST)
    ASTGasoline Stabilizer (AST)

    AMSOIL Gasoline Stabilizer (AST) reduces the oxidation process that occurs when fuel is stored for extended periods, improving performance, extending equipment life and decreasing maintenance expenses. Package sizes include: 16-oz. Bottle ...

    P.I Performance Improver (API)
    APIP.I Performance Improver (API)

    P.i. improves fuel mileage an average of 2.3% and up to 5.7%. Reduces emissions such as hydrocarbons (HC) up to 15%, carbon monoxide (CO) up to 26% and nitrous oxides (NOx) up to 17%. Restores power and performance. Reduces the need for costly higher...

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ALM5W-20 Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil (ALM)

The Top Tier of AMSOIL Synthetic Motor Oil. AMSOIL Signature Series Synthetic Motor Oil delivers extraordinary lubrication in all types of automotive gasoline engines. Engineered for enthusiasts seeking maximum protection and performance. Precision-f...
XLM5W-20 Extended Life Synthetic Motor Oil (XLM)

• AMSOIL Extended-Life Synthetic Motor Oil has 37% more cleaning power 1 to help keep your engine running smoother, longer. • Protection Against LSPI • Save Time and Money with up to 20,000 Miles (32,000 km) Of Gu...
OEM5W-20 OE Series Synthetic Motor Oil (OEM)

OE Synthetic Motor Oil is for mechanics and drivers seeking peace of mind protection and exceptional value in synthetic motor oil. It delivers 100 percent synthetic engine protection for advanced automotive technology, including turbochargers and dir...
MTG75W-90 (GL-4) Synthetic Gear Lube (MTG)

AMSOIL Synthetic Manual Transmission and Transaxle Gear Lube (MTG) is a premium blend of the finest synthetic base oils and advanced, high-performance additives. It is formulated specifically for maximum protection in the most demanding manual trans...
ATFSignature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF

AMSOIL Signature Series Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF is engineered to outperform conventional automatic transmission fluids and exceed the performance requirements of most North American, European and Asian vehicles. This sophisticated formulation pro...
OTFOE Multi-Vehicle Synthetic ATF

AMSOIL OE Synthetic Automatic Transmission Fluid provides passenger-car/light-truck transmissions excellent wear protection, sludge resistance and extreme-temperature performance throughout original equipment manufacturer (OEM)-recommended drain inte...
BFLVDOT 3 and 4 Synthetic Brake Fluid (BFLV)

*** This item is available for US customers only *** Brake fluid acts as a hydraulic fluid, transferring power and lubricating brake system components while also preventing corrosion. It must contend with extreme heat and the inevitable moi...
PSFMulti-Vehicle Synthetic Power Steering Fluid (PSF)

AMSOIL Multi-Vehicle Synthetic Power Steering Fluid provides excellent wear protection. Its synthetic formulation delivers better lubricity and reduced friction, resulting in cooler operating temperatures, longer component life and quieter operation....
ANTPCPassenger Vehicle Antifreeze (ANTPC)

Ethylene Glycol 50/50 Pre-Mix Formulation AMSOIL Passenger Car/Light Truck Antifreeze & Coolant provides superior heat transfer and excellent protection against corrosion, freezing and boilover. It provides maximum protection in extreme temper...
ANTAntifreeze and Engine Coolant (ANT)

AMSOIL Antifreeze & Coolant (ANT) is a low-toxicity propylene glycol antifreeze formulated to provide benefits far beyond those found in today's conventional antifreeze and coolant products. This revolutionary formulation provides maximum antifre...
amsoil oil filterAMSOIL Ea Oil Filters

AMSOIL Ea Oil Filters feature synthetic nanofiber technology for maximum efficiency. Guaranteed for up to 15,000 miles or up to 25,000 miles, depending on application, when used with AMSOIL synthetic motor oil.
wix oil filterWIX Automotive, Light Truck & Racing Oil Filters

WIX Oil filters are made with full metal base plate for superior strength at the double seal & also feature a silicone anti-drainback valve. Glass enhanced media in WIX oil filters offers greater efficiency, capturing more 10 to 12 micron sized particles than other cellulose or synthetic blend medias.

Maintenance Schedule as Provided by OEM Documentation

Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Air conditioning system		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The system of receiver/dryer, evaporator, condenser, compressor, refrigerant lines, controls and valves that allow for the controlled refrigeration of the air present in or entering a vehicle's interior.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Battery		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A box containing lead plates filled with a water and acid mixture that stores electricity generated by the alternator. It is the source of power for parts of the car that operate on electricity.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Brake fluid		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used in the hydraulic brake system.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Brake lines, hoses & connections		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Tubes and their connections that carry brake fluid between the various components in a vehicle's brake system.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Brake pedal		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device used to control a vehicle's brakes.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Brakes, rear		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A vehicle's stopping mechanism comprised of a pedal connected to a hydraulic master cylinder that can actuate clamping and/or expanding devices at all four wheels that slow or stop a vehicle's rolling motion. Also used to refer to the brake system's most frequently replaced parts, brake pads and/or brake shoes.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Chassis nuts & bolts		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Fasteners holding parts onto a vehicle's frame.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Cooling system		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The system that stores and circulates coolant throughout (water cooled) engines to prevent overheating. Some vehicles have air-cooled engines in which high-speed airflow is sufficient to keep the engine cool.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Exhaust system		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A system of tubing that routes exhaust gases from the exhaust manifold to the rear of the car and into the air. The exhaust system includes catalytic converters and mufflers that help reduce air and noise pollution generated by an engine.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Parking brake		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The mechanical brake connected by cables to either a ratcheting hand lever or foot pedal used to hold or apply a vehicle's rear and sometimes front brakes while left unattended or under conditions of hydraulic circuit failure. Sometimes referred to as the emergency brake.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Steering & suspension		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A vehicle's steering is the collection of components that enable the operator to direct a vehicle in a desired direction. Suspension is the assemblage of joints, links and other components between a vehicle and its wheels.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Suspension links & mountings		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The assemblage of joints, links and other components between a vehicle and its wheels. The suspension in concert with the wheels and tires is largely responsible for a given vehicle's ride and handling characteristics.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Vacuum & crankcase ventilation hoses		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Flexible tubing connected between the intake manifold and vacuum operated components, and tubing in the PCV system.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Lubricate		 Item:
Locks and hinges		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A mechanical fastening device that restricts access to the vehicle.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Rotate		 Item:
Wheels & tires		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A circular frame of hard material that may be solid or partly solid, is capable of turning on an axle, and holds the rubber cushion that contains compressed air.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Clutch fluid		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The liquid used in a hydraulic clutch system that helps disengage the clutch from the flywheel.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Change		 Item:
Engine oil		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.16		 Parts Units:
4.1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A substance that lubricates and cools the moving parts of the engine and reduces corrosion and the formation of rust.
Distance:
7,500 miles (12,000 km)		Action:
Replace		 Item:
Oil filter		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A cartridge-filled canister placed in an engine's lubricating system to strain dirt and abrasive materials out of the oil.
Distance:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Drive axles		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: In a front-wheel drive vehicle or a rear-wheel drive vehicle with independent rear suspension, the short axles that connect the driven wheels with the driving force. Drive axles typically have CV (constant velocity)-joints on their ends.
Distance:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Drive shaft and boots		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Rubber seals covering the central shaft that the wheels rotate on.
Distance:
15,000 miles (24,000 km)		Action:
Replace		 Item:
Cabin air filter		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A filtering system that meters out pollen, road dust and other particles before they can reach the passenger cabin.
Distance:
24,000 miles (38,400 km)		Action:
Inspect/replace		 Item:
Fuel filter		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.3		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A replaceable metal or plastic canister that prevents particulate matter and most contaminants in the fuel from reaching the engine.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Fuel filler cap & vapor hose		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The cap used to seal the fuel filler neck and the flexible tubing in the evaporative emissions systems.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Fuel lines, hoses & connections		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.05		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The tubing and connections that carry fuel throughout a vehicle.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Power steering		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A system that includes a power steering pump attached to the engine and driven by a belt, a pressure hose assembly, and a return line. A control valve is also incorporated somewhere in the hydraulic circuit.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Timing belt		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A "toothed" belt that drives an overhead camshaft or camshafts (and in some vehicles a water pump).
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		Action:
Check level		 Item:
Manual transmission fluid		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used for lubricating and cooling a manual transmission.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		Action:
Flush/replace		 Item:
Coolant		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.7		 Parts Units:
1.5		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Also known as "antifreeze." A mixture of water and ethylene glycol that has both a higher boiling point and a lower freezing point than plain water.
Distance:
30,000 miles (48,000 km)		Action:
Replace		 Item:
Air filter		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.2		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that filters incoming air fed to the engine.
Distance:
40,000 miles (64,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Automatic transmission fluid		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.02		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The fluid used for lubricating and cooling an automatic transmission.
Distance:
48,000 miles (76,800 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Valve clearance		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: The maximum amount of space between a rocker arm or cam and the part it contacts to actuate a valve.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)		Action:
Replace		 Item:
Serpentine belt		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.3		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A ribbed drive belt that drives more than one engine accessory.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)		Action:
Replace		 Item:
Spark plugs		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.5		 Parts Units:
4		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: Cables that carry a high-voltage electrical charge from the distributor cap or ignition coils to the spark plugs.
Distance:
60,000 miles (96,000 km)		Action:
Replace		 Item:
Timing belt		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
1.9		 Parts Units:
1		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A "toothed" belt that drives an overhead camshaft or camshafts (and in some vehicles a water pump).
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Drive belt(s)		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.03		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A belt that transfers the rotation of the engine through the crankshaft pulley to drive various devices, such as the alternator, water pump, air conditioning compressor or power steering pump.
Distance:
90,000 miles (144,000 km)		Action:
Inspect		 Item:
Water pump		 Interval in Month(s):
Labor Units:
0.1		 Parts Units:
0		 Drive Type:
ALL
Description: A device that circulates coolant through a vehicle's cooling system.

Service Bulletin as Provided by OEM & NHTSA

Bulletin Date:
2009-05-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-022		NHTSA Item Number:
10030290

Component Description: Equipment:other:labels.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: load carrying capacity label requirements and instructions to comply with fmvss 110. Providing information for the new requirements related to load carrying capacity (lcc) when certain accessories are added to a completed vehicle pri0 ( nhtsa item number - 10030290 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-05-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-046		NHTSA Item Number:
10030365

Component Description: Engine and engine cooling:engine.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia motors: relating to oil control valve (ocv) used in constant variable valve timing (cvvt). If at any time ocv is suspected as a cause of rough idling, poor accelertion, camshaft timing misalignment related trouble codes, misfire related ( nhtsa item number - 10030365 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-09-01		Bulletin Number:
TB-SC-078		NHTSA Item Number:
10032572

Component Description: (A) Seat belts:front., (B) Seat belts:front:buckle assembly.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: in some vehicles, the driver's side seat belt buckle may not recognize that the seatbelt is buckled. This may result in the intermittent illumination of the seat belt warning light and sounding of the seatbelt warning chime, even wit ( nhtsa item number - 10032572 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-10-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-049		NHTSA Item Number:
10032607

Component Description: (A) Engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan., (B) Engine and engine cooling:engine.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia motors: engine compartment junction box relay replacement. Some vehicles manufactured 7/16-8/20, 2009 may experience concerns of inoperative a/c blower, high/low cooling fans or engine starter motor. The concern may be caused by poor ( nhtsa item number - 10032607 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-10-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-059		NHTSA Item Number:
10032670

Component Description: (A) Electrical system: software., (B) Engine and engine cooling:engine.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: service action: pcm upgrade dtc p0304 cylinder mis fire with 2. 0l engine and a/t logic (sa0250 some vehicles may experience a mil on with dtc p0304 stored in memory. In most cases the dtc is set only during a cold start and normally ( nhtsa item number - 10032670 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-10-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-020		NHTSA Item Number:
10032671

Component Description: (A) Steering., (B) Steering:electric power assist system., (C) Steering:hydraulic power assist system.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: on some vehicles equipped with the optional mdps (motor driven power steering) an upgrade will be provided on information related to an mdps ecu software. Just after starting the engine, on some occasions the eps light may illuminate ( nhtsa item number - 10032671 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-10-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-030		NHTSA Item Number:
10032672

Component Description: Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm).

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: pcm upgrade-shift hesitation and shift delay improvement with 2. 0l and 4 speed a/t (sa020). Some vehicles may experience slight shift hesitation and/or transaxle shift delay. The transmission control module (tcm) is an integral part ( nhtsa item number - 10032672 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-10-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-017		NHTSA Item Number:
10032673

Component Description: Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: fuel cap replacement. An improved fuel cap with a larger handle design for improved feel during tightening and a full thread stop which produces one click during tightening instead of the several clicks heard on the previous fuel cap ( nhtsa item number - 10032673 ).

Bulletin Date:
2009-10-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-026		NHTSA Item Number:
10032675

Component Description: (A) Power train:driveline:driveshaft., (B) Power train:manual transmission.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: driveshaft housing and transaxle oil seal inspection and replacement (sa011). Some vehicles (6 speed manual transaxles) may have interference with the inner tri-pod housing contacting with the axle seal cage. ( nhtsa item number - 10032675 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-02-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-057		NHTSA Item Number:
10033510

Component Description: Structure:body.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: sunroof noise repair (sa 030). Provides information relating to some forte koup (td) vehicles built that may have abnormal noise from the sunroof due to interference between sunroof rail and roof panel while driving on uneven roads ( nhtsa item number - 10033510 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-04-01		Bulletin Number:
SC-081		NHTSA Item Number:
10033813

Component Description: (A) Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module., (B) Air bags:side/window.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: airbag control unit (acu) reprogram. Information relating to an upgrade of the functioning of the logic in the air bag control unit in some vehicles to increase the range of impacts in which the side and curtain airbags will deploy. ( nhtsa item number - 10033813 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-05-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-070		NHTSA Item Number:
10034236

Component Description: Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm).

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: ecm upgrade for p0304 due to vcm motor variation. Provides the procedure to upgrade the powertrain control module (pcm) of some model year vehicles. Reflash has enhanced vcm (variable charge motion) actuator logic to improve a rough ( nhtsa item number - 10034236 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-05-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-051 REV		NHTSA Item Number:
10034244

Component Description: (A) Electrical system: software., (B) Vehicle speed control:cruise control.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: auto cruise control logic update for uphill driving performance improvement. The action will involve a reprogram of the cruise control logic and improve rough idle and/or p0304 logic for 2. 0l vehicles with vcm (variable charge motion a ( nhtsa item number - 10034244 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-06-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-070 REV 		NHTSA Item Number:
10034148

Component Description: (A) Electrical system: software., (B) Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm).

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: pcm upgrade for p0304 due to vcm motor variation. Procedure to upgrade the powertrain control module (pcm) of some vehicles. This reflash has enhanced vcm (variable charge motion) actuator logic to improve a rough idle condition at s ( nhtsa item number - 10034148 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-11-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-078		NHTSA Item Number:
10037347

Component Description: (A) Engine and engine cooling:engine., (B) Equipment adaptive.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: there is a procedure to reset the electronic throttle control value. ( nhtsa item number - 10037347 ).

Bulletin Date:
2010-12-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-073		NHTSA Item Number:
10037640

Component Description: Air bags:frontal:sensor/control module.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: information on replacing the airbag control unit. ( nhtsa item number - 10037640 ).

Bulletin Date:
2011-10-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-036		NHTSA Item Number:
10042573

Component Description: (A) Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)., (B) Vehicle speed control:cruise control.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: on some vehicles with 4 speed, information is providing for upgrading transmission control modules (tcm) to improve torque converter clutch while the cruise control is activated. ( nhtsa item number - 10042573 ).

Bulletin Date:
2012-03-01		Bulletin Number:
TSB-036-01		NHTSA Item Number:
10044130

Component Description: Steering:electric power assist system.

Service Bulletin Summary: Kia: this bulletin provides information related to eps ecm software upgrade. ( nhtsa item number - 10044130 ).

Bulletin Date:
2013-03-01		Bulletin Number:
PS267		NHTSA Item Number:
10060253

Component Description: (A) Engine (pws)., (B) Equipment.

Service Bulletin Summary: Summary to be provided on a future date. ( nhtsa item number - 10060253 ).

Bulletin Date:
2013-08-01		Bulletin Number:
PS274		NHTSA Item Number:
10060314

Component Description: Equipment.

Service Bulletin Summary: Summary to be provided on a future date. ( nhtsa item number - 10060314 ).

Bulletin Date:
2013-10-01		Bulletin Number:
032		NHTSA Item Number:
10059893

Component Description: Equipment.

Service Bulletin Summary: Summary to be provided on a future date. ( nhtsa item number - 10059893 ).


Recall Data Provided by NHTSA

#
1		Make(s):
KIA		Model(s):
AMANTI, BORREGO, FORTE, OPTIMA, RONDO, SEDONA, SORENTO, SOUL, SPORTAGE		Year(s):
2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Manufacturer:
Kia Motors Corporation		NHTSA ID:
13V114000		Recall Date:
April 1st, 2013		Units Affected:
980,377

Affected Component: Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch.

Summary: Kia motors corporation (kia) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 rondo, model year 2007-2011 sedona, sorento and sportage, model year 2010-2011 soul, model year 2008-2011 optima, model year 2010 forte, model year 2007-2009 amanti, and model year 2009 borrego vehicles. Originally, in april 2013, kia recalled 623,658 model year 2007-2010 rondo and sportage, model year 2007-2011 sorento, model year 2007 sedona, model year 2010-2011 soul, and model year 2011 optima vehicles. In september 2013, kia informed the agency that it was adding an additional 356,719 vehicles to this campaign. The total number of vehicles being recalled is now 980,377. In the affected vehicles, the stop lamp switch may malfunction. A malfunctioning stop lamp switch may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when the brake pedal is depressed or may cause an inability to deactivate the cruise control by depressing the brake pedal. Additionally, a malfunctioning stop lamp switch may also result in intermittent operation of the push-button start feature, affect the operation of the brake-transmission shift interlock feature preventing the shifter from being moved out of the park position and cause the electronic stability control (esc) malfunction light to illuminate. .

Conequence: Failure to illuminate the stop lamps during braking or inability to disengage the cruise control could increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, when the ignition is in the 'on' position, the transmission shifter may be able to be moved out of park without first applying the brake. This may lead to unintentional movement of the car which may increase the risk of a crash. .

Remedy: Kia will send an interim notification to owners in may 2013. When parts are available, owners will receive a second notification and dealers will replace the stop lamp switch, free of charge. Owners may contact kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's recall campaign number is sc098. .

Notes: Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153).

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