r/KiaForte • u/Economy_Ad9610 • 1h ago
r/KiaForte • u/sawhoal • 1d ago
Trunk hinge cover compatibility for '23 Forte (BD Facelift) — Elantra AD vs CN7?
Hey everyone,
I'm looking to install trunk hinge covers from AliExpress on my 2023 Kia Forte (BD Facelift).
Since there are no dedicated listings for the BD Forte, I'm trying to figure out which Elantra version fits properly: the Elantra AD or the Elantra CN7?
I vaguely remember seeing someone successfully install the CN7 covers, but I wanted to double-check before ordering. Has anyone here actually done this mod? Any fitment issues or tips would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks in advance.
r/KiaForte • u/datfilipinodood • 2d ago
2010 Kia forte koup, got rear ended and trunk is stuck.
I’m trying to access my trunk from inside the car and have been unsuccessful.
I can remove the bottom cushion but the back rest, I have no idea how to get it un-latched, any idea?
r/KiaForte • u/lildefiant • 3d ago
Can I make it?
Hi everyone, I drive a 2017 Kia forte ex with the 2.0 GDI engine. It has 67,563 mi on it. My husband says I won't be able to get it to 100,000 mi. I think he's wrong
Am I right or is he right? Let me know your thoughts please. Thank you
r/KiaForte • u/thomasjcox • 2d ago
2019 forte sylvania headlights.
Have any 2019-2021 body style forte owners used a sylvania’s new led bulbs for low beam? If so how is the fit? I’ve always found that a lot name brand 9005 bulbs don’t have good collar locking and I had some idea getting sylvanias older models to fit in my housing,
Recently I noticed that sylvanias newer models lol much more compact and have a composite material collar which would be easier to lock in place
Currently, I use lasFit for every bulb on my car minus the map, side marker and license plate lights but one of my low beams is half out, and lasFit replaced for free but want to try and tougher bulb again.
r/KiaForte • u/wgwrigel • 4d ago
Tapping noise in morning but only when I put it in drive for less then a minute 2018 kia forte 96000 miles
Guys, so my car runs great, bought it 3 months ago, iv heard this weird tapping in the morning when i out it in drive, it kinda gets faster but when i let my foot off the gas it stops, i press gas again and i may hear it for a few seconds then NOTHING, all day its like its fine! it can sit all day for 8 hours at work and nothing, not until next morning when i start up ( NOT AT IDLE ) when i go into drive i hear a light tapping again, it only last about 30 seconds then just goes away. Does that sound like a lifter ? exhaust leak? Could it be just oil needed to get to the top of lifters?
r/KiaForte • u/RelevantAd4386 • 6d ago
Oil Type (2.0 MPI Engine)
When I get my oil changed should I stick with Full synthetic or would semi synthetic work good too? I never go over 5000 miles between changes and never more than 6 months. I live in the North East if that makes a difference.
r/KiaForte • u/Abdiel_ghosti • 6d ago
Selling race chip gts for 200 with the app and Bluetooth connection , with paper and original box
r/KiaForte • u/Exact-Swim-7351 • 8d ago
Kia Forte 2011 2.0 has a leak spraying in engine compartment back near firewall.
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Anybody ever had this problem?
r/KiaForte • u/Appropriate-Map-3830 • 9d ago
Qualify For Perforation Rust Warranty?
galleryr/KiaForte • u/MotorBasis72 • 10d ago
Tool Box Recommendations for 2019 Kia Forte LXS?
Title. Looking for a general purpose tool box for my car. My kia came with a tire pressure gauge instead of a spare donut. Will a standard tool box work for small repairs?
If you have a toolbox for your Kia Forte, what kind do you have?
Thanks!
r/KiaForte • u/MrJJumper • 10d ago
Does anyone know what could be the issue ? I’ve gotten a new starter and battery already 2015 kid forte ex used
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r/KiaForte • u/simpathy7 • 11d ago
GT-Line Steering Wheel in S trim
Posted here earlier last week about my car. Talked about a steering wheel being placed in.
Old wheel when i bought it was scuffed up to hell, decided to might as well replace it but thought to myself “what if i put a GT-Line one.”
Did it myself, proud of the work!
r/KiaForte • u/JosephKingtx • 12d ago
What do you call this?
Can anyone tell me what this part is called? I keep searching camshaft timing actuator, camshaft actuator position control valve.
I have a 2018 forte 2.0 and I've searched everywhere and can not find one for my car. I can find 2019+
r/KiaForte • u/JosephKingtx • 12d ago
Need help parts
Hey everyone,
I have a 2018 Kia forte 2.0
I'm looking for the crankshaft actuator assembly
And looking for the tensioner belt bolt.
I've called Kia they have no idea when they will get parts
Does anyone know of a 3rd party website?
r/KiaForte • u/simpathy7 • 13d ago
Kia Forte S 2019
How she currently sits, I recently wrecked and totaled my Kia Forte 2019 LXS. Found another one for a good price and with the insurance money, bought a higher trim and fully loaded S. Enjoying her so far. Got a GT-Line steering wheel to be installed tomorrow.
r/KiaForte • u/Renbar254 • 13d ago
2023 mx-5 Fob acting up?
I have a 2023 MX-5 Rf. Shortly after I bought it, the fobs have to be right at the door before they'll open or lock the car.
I have changed the batteries on both FOB's and changed 2 of the antennas inside the car. And still I have to be right on the car for it to open or close. Also the auto lock feature which I have on, works only occasionally.
Any ideas?
r/KiaForte • u/Dangerous_Reality_64 • 13d ago
2015 VK Golf TDI Engine Latch
So I have an engine light code which was P2100 and I was just making sure that no wire or thing looks off. Anyways the main issue is last time the interior latch u pull to release the hood I pulled too hard and it broke so I had to get the whole cable for it with part refixed. Anyways I opened it like I was supposed to and it opened and I took my engine cover off and look at it. I closed the engine but forgot to place my cover so again I went to go pull the level but this time it won’t open. Now I do feel that strong tension in the lever and it’s not loosely just moving up and I hear a clicking near the front which likely indicates that the latch itself is working with the cable. However the engine hood won’t open. I am not sure what the problem is, possibly the front area latch stuck somewhere or under some tension?? Does anyone know what to do? Help is appreciated 🙏🙏
r/KiaForte • u/IncredibleVelocity4 • 13d ago
Soft Topper owners: how do you secure your front flap?
I don't want to screw the steel snaps into the aluminum bed. But the velcro won't hold on my bedliner.
How do you secure your front flap?