How do you jumpstart a Kia Forte?
Jump start Kia Forte First connect red cable to the positive terminal of your Forte’s dead battery, then to the positive terminal of donor battery. Next connect black cable to the negative terminal of donor battery, then to the bare metal in the engine bay of your Forte. Start the donor vehicle and then your Forte.
Does my Kia Forte have a recall?
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2019 Kia Forte vehicles equipped with LED headlights. The headlights may not have been manufactured with the correct low beam aiming. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542.
How long will my 2014 Kia Forte last?
With regular oil changes and factory maintenance, the Kia Forte can last for many years and miles. You can find Forte models on the roads today with more than 100,000 miles on them—indeed, some with over 200,000 miles!
Are there any recalls on a 2014 Kia Forte?
Summary: Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014 Kia Forte vehicles manufactured December 5, 2012, to April 17, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the cooling fan resistor may overheat and melt.
Why does my 2014 Kia Forte not start?
2014 Kia Forte No Start, No Sound, No Crank when you turn the key in the ignition: If nothing happens when you turn the ignition key to the “Start” position, it means that the starter motor doesn’t turn over the engine. Most commonly this could be caused by a low/dead battery or there is no connection between the battery and starter.
What kind of car is 2014 Kia Forte?
The car in question is a 2014 with about 160K miles, bought used on 12/2019 from dealer who sold it to previous owner. Low oil light was flickering. Checked level and nothing showed on dipstick, despite oil change at dealer before purchase. Added a quart and decided to go to oil change place.
What kind of noise does Kia Forte make?
TL- the contact stated that while driving approximately 75 mph when the vehicle starting making a rattling noise. The contact stated that they then heard a loud pop noise come from underneath the vehicle.
Is there any warranty on a Kia Forte?
No Kia warranty coverage because we are second owners. As the vehicle accelerates, a loud ticking noise becomes evident. It only happens when the vehicle is accelerating and in drive, it does not make a noise when given gas in park.
2014 Kia Forte No Start, No Sound, No Crank when you turn the key in the ignition: If nothing happens when you turn the ignition key to the “Start” position, it means that the starter motor doesn’t turn over the engine. Most commonly this could be caused by a low/dead battery or there is no connection between the battery and starter.
The car in question is a 2014 with about 160K miles, bought used on 12/2019 from dealer who sold it to previous owner. Low oil light was flickering. Checked level and nothing showed on dipstick, despite oil change at dealer before purchase. Added a quart and decided to go to oil change place.
TL- the contact stated that while driving approximately 75 mph when the vehicle starting making a rattling noise. The contact stated that they then heard a loud pop noise come from underneath the vehicle.
No Kia warranty coverage because we are second owners. As the vehicle accelerates, a loud ticking noise becomes evident. It only happens when the vehicle is accelerating and in drive, it does not make a noise when given gas in park.