What to do in an emergency
IF THE ENGINE WILL NOT START
3.
4.
Have all passengers get out of the
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vehicle. Be sure they all get out on the If the engine doesn't turn over or
side of the vehicle that is away from turns over slowly
traffic.
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. Check fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the LOCK
position, check all connectors at the
ignition
1.
If your vehicle has an automatic
transaxle, be sure the shift lever is in N
(Neutral) or P (Park) and the emer-
gency brake is set.
When changing a flat tire, follow the
instruction provided later in this sec-
tion.
coil
and
spark
plugs.
2.
3.
Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
Turn on the interior light. If the light
dims or goes out when you operate the
starter, the battery is discharged.
Reconnect any that may be discon-
nected or loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine com-
partment.
4. If the engine still does not start, call an
authorized KIA dealer or seek other
qualified assistance.
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If engine stalls while driving
1.
Reduce your speed gradually, keeping
a straight line. Move cautiously off the
road to a safe place.
4. Check the starter connections to be
sure they are securely tightened.
5.
2.
3.
Turn on your emergency flashers.
Do not push or pull the vehicle to start
it. See instructions for "Jump starting".
Try to start the engine again. If your
vehicle will not start, contact an
authorized KIA dealer or seek other
qualified assistance.
WARNING
If the engine will not start, do not
push or pull the vehicle to start it.
This could result in a collision or
cause other damage. In addition,
push or pull starting may cause the
catalytic converter to overload and
create a fire hazard.
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| Categories | Kia Forte Manuals, Kia Manuals |
|---|---|
| Model Year | 2010 |
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| Copyright | Attribution Non-commercial |
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