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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2010FORTE EX, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTSTEERING COLUMN SWITCHESHANDS FREE SYSTEMHANDS FREE SWITCHREPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVAL
2010 Kia Forte EX, Standard
Repair procedures: Removal
2010 Kia Forte EX, StandardSECTION Removal
- Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Remove the driver airbag module (A). (Refer to the AIRBAG MODULE (RESTRAINTS - ADVANCED) or AIRBAG MODULE (RESTRAINTS - DEPOWERED) )
- Remove the steering wheel. (Refer to STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT )
- Remove the steering wheel cover after loosening the 4 screws.
- Remove the hands free remote control switch (A) after removing the steering wheel remote control switch connector (B) and 2 screws.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.