Repair Procedures: Adjustment

2015 Kia Forte EXSECTION Adjustment
  1. Place the shift lever in the interior, and the transmission manual control lever, to the N position.
  2. Connect the shift lever (B) in the interior with the shift cable (A).
    Fig 1: Shift Cable & Lever
    G09743405Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Lightly push the shift cable towards "F" to tighten the cable.
  4. Tighten the nut (A) to the specified torque.

    Tightening Torque:Β 

    9.8 ~ 14.7 N.m (1.0 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 7.2 ~ 10.8 lb-ft)

    Fig 2: Pushing Shift Cable
    G09743406Courtesy 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:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.