2017 Kia Forte LX, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Removal

  1. Remove the floor console assembly.

    (Refer to Body "FLOOR CONSOLE ")

  2. Remove the cover (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Cover
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  3. Remove the select cable (B) by removing the snap pin (A).
    Fig 2: Locating Select Cable And Snap Pin
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  4. Remove the shift cable (A).
    Fig 3: Locating Shift Cable
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  5. Remove the control cable socket (A).
    Fig 4: Removing Control Cable Socket
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  6. Remove the shift lever assembly (B) by removing the bolts (A).

    Tightening torque: 

    8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb.ft)

    Fig 5: Locating Shift Lever Assembly And Bolts
    G12162277Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  7. Remove the knob (B) and boots (A) by rotating it counter-clockwise.
    Fig 6: Removing Knob And Boots
    G12162278Courtesy 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.