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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2013FORTE KOUP EX, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT VARIANT/TRIMSECTION 2 (AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE CONTROL SYSTEM)SHIFT LEVERREPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVALSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT
2013 Kia Forte Koup EX, Standard Trans
Shift Lever Assembly Replacement
2013 Kia Forte Koup EX, Standard TransSECTION Shift Lever Assembly Replacement
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Remove the center console assembly. For coupe, refer to INTERIOR (CONSOLE) . For sedan, refer to CONSOLE .
- Disconnect sports mode connector (A).
- Remove the control cable (A).
- Remove the shift lever assembly (A) by removing the bolts (B-4ea).
Tightening torque:
8.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (0.9 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)
- Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
Make sure vehicle does not roll before setting room side shift lever and T/M side manual control lever to "N" position.
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.