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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2010FORTE EX, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEIGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCKBUTTON ENGINE START SYSTEMFOB HOLDERREPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVAL

2010 Kia Forte EX, Standard

Repair procedures: Removal

2010 Kia Forte EX, StandardSECTION Removal

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the crash pad lower panel (A).
(For Coupe, refer to CRASH PAD . For Sedan, refer to CRASH PAD .)

Fig 1: Identifying Crash Pad Lower Panel
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Remove the fob holder (A) after removing the screws and connector.

Fig 2: Identifying Fob Holder With Mounting Screws
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

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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.