Kia Forte: Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional towing service. Never
tow vehicle with just a rope or chain. It is very dangerous.
Emergency Towing
There are three popular methods of towing a vehicle :
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The operator loads the vehicle on the back of truck. This is best way
of transporting the vehicle.
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The tow truck uses two pivoting arms that go under the tires of the
driving axle and lift them off the ground. The other two wheels remain
on the ground.
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The tow truck uses metal cables with hooks on the ends. These hooks
go around parts of the frame or suspension, and the cables lift that
end of the vehicle off the ground. The vehicle's suspension and body
can be seriously damaged if this method of towing is attempted.
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If the vehicle cannot be transported by flat-bed, should be towed with the wheels
of the driving axle off the ground and do the following :
Manual Transaxle
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Release the parking brake.
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Shift the Transaxle to neutral
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Automatic Transaxle
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Release the parking brake.
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Start the engine.
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Shift to [D] position, then [N] position.
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Turn off the engine.
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Lift And Support Points
When heavy rear components such as suspension, fuel tank, spare tire,
tailgate and trunk lid are to be removed, place ad ...
Basic Service Symbols
There are five primary symbols used to complement illustrations. These symbols
indicate the part to apply such materials during service.
Symbol
Meaning
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Sunroof Glass Replacement
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Blade inspection
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the windshield difficult to clean.
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Telemetics Unit (TMU) Component
Connector Pin Specification
No.
Pin Name
Type
From
To
Description (Wiring
Spec.)
1
GND
DC Ground
TMU
Batt ...
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