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 -= MyForte - Naza Kia Forte Owners Club =- V14, Leaves You Speechless

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post Aug 6 2012, 10:59 PM, updated 14y ago

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Hi all,

Few years back, there is a guy called Taipan. He used few ways to improve the fuel consumption and very impressive.

1) Use Fully Synthetic Oil 5W-30 (every 10K KM) 2) Change to Simota Performance Air Filter at 20K KM 3) Change to Iridium Power at 30K KM 4) Install TAB + PBTE at 35K KM 5) Install VS + GC at 40K KM (latest mod at this date)

I have few questions here, if I get these installed on my car, will it void the warranty? Will it cause any side effect? Appreciate your advice.

Average 7.5liter / 100km. Full tank can go up to 600km. around 15cents / 1km. Looks very good.
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"QUOTE(megadisc @ Aug 6 2012, 05:28 PM)
wow ....so power.
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Wow... Great to know.. same ratio as honda city 5th gear... Should have better FC like this when going long distance.. thx "

bro..pls dont compare with our forte coz vios n city different level..pls refer link below..tq
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post Aug 6 2012, 11:17 PM

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How much to fix the clip only of the front right part of the bumper? Can push back but still got tiny bit jutted out. Doesnt feel nice about it since less than 2 weeks got my car. Must buy a whole set? or SC can help with a small fee cuz my 1000km is coming soon??
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Congrat on V14 rclxms.gif rclxms.gif rclxms.gif

By the way, why the radio/ audio sound sometime loud sometime soft for my car?
is it link to the speed of my car?
how to edit this? hmm.gif
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Tomorrow heading to EA Autoworks for new upgrade.. Auto Transmission Fluid Cooler xD

Will update you guys after the mod..

Another thing I noticed is where's the dipstick for the auto transmission fluid? I cant find mine.. ohmy.gif

Mods being made to my Forte
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QUOTE(choki123 @ Aug 7 2012, 12:18 AM)
Congrat on V14  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif

By the way, why the radio/ audio sound sometime loud sometime soft for my car?
is it link to the speed of my car?
how to edit this?  hmm.gif
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Welcome V14
I'm having the same problem with my radio audio. I never have this prob with Myvi or vios.
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oh new thread.. about to reply about the navigator

anyway, I've been playing aroung with Papago X8.5 + MFM maps for a couple of days now. works great. the hardest part was to look which .exe to use because I have no idea what COM port our HU used.. so I try one by one and got it to work in the end. boot up a bit slow around 10 secs and the first scanning for signal took a while (almost 1 min or so) to lock but after quite fast.

what you need just a blank usb drive or micro sd.. put the papago and maps in it. then just set the path of the .exe in Apps > Options > System. look for navi.exe and click OK. thats all

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QUOTE(rushmode @ Aug 7 2012, 03:27 AM)
oh new thread.. about to reply about the navigator

anyway, I've been playing aroung with Papago X8.5 + MFM maps for a couple of days now. works great. the hardest part was to look which .exe to use because I have no idea what COM port our HU used.. so I try one by one and got it to work in the end. boot up a bit slow around 10 secs and the first scanning for signal took a while (almost 1 min or so) to lock but after quite fast.

what you need just a blank usb drive or micro sd.. put the papago and maps in it. then just set the path of the .exe in Apps > Options > System. look for navi.exe and click OK. thats all

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cool bro..may i know where can i download the files?
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bravo for all forte owner...for V14.......

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just got my forte last week !..add me in owner list !

ryanlee 1.6SX White 6 Speed..


btw..few questions..

1) full tank Rm 85 - total mileage only hits 410km.. = Normal ??
2) radio reception is poor and not stable = any1 experience the same thing?



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QUOTE(ryanleehartamas @ Aug 7 2012, 10:41 AM)
just got my forte last week !..add me in owner list !

ryanlee 1.6SX White 6 Speed..
btw..few questions..

1) full tank Rm 85 - total mileage only hits 410km.. = Normal ??
2) radio reception is poor and not stable = any1 experience the same thing?
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My 2.0SX, after driving 398km, pump in RM 90 petrol (RON 95). That's about 11.9L/100KM. Not yet 1st service. Hopefully after 1st service will be better.
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QUOTE(ryanleehartamas @ Aug 7 2012, 10:41 AM)
just got my forte last week !..add me in owner list !

ryanlee 1.6SX White 6 Speed..
btw..few questions..

1) full tank Rm 85 - total mileage only hits 410km.. = Normal ??
2) radio reception is poor and not stable = any1 experience the same thing?
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1) I think about same to me. Mine used up 3 quarters, close to 300km only. sad.gif
2) Radio is OK.
3) This morning I can hear my dashboard start rattling noise after 3days only . sad.gif
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QUOTE(choki123 @ Aug 7 2012, 12:18 AM)
Congrat on V14  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif

By the way, why the radio/ audio sound sometime loud sometime soft for my car?
is it link to the speed of my car?
how to edit this?  hmm.gif
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QUOTE(chanyo @ Aug 7 2012, 01:05 AM)
Welcome V14
I'm having the same problem with my radio audio. I never have this prob with Myvi or vios.
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You all using the old HU or the new touchscreen HU?if you are using the old HU,the HU itself got a function call SDVC(Speed Dependant Volume Control) which technically would increase or decrease your HU volume by itself when u reach a certain speed.. smile.gif
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wow, first page edi got negative feedback...problems with radio?
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QUOTE(ryanleehartamas @ Aug 7 2012, 10:41 AM)
just got my forte last week !..add me in owner list !

ryanlee 1.6SX White 6 Speed..
btw..few questions..

1) full tank Rm 85 - total mileage only hits 410km.. = Normal ??
2) radio reception is poor and not stable = any1 experience the same thing?
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in depend but average around that figure. my worst fc recorded is 11.5l/10km almost 100% city driving. pumped rm80 can go around 370km.
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QUOTE(figure8 @ Aug 7 2012, 12:48 PM)
in depend but average around that figure. my worst fc recorded is 11.5l/10km almost 100% city driving. pumped rm80 can go around 370km.
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oh my goodness...lol...high FC car i bought..lol
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Congrat v14.. Anyone use iridium plug? How good is it? Plan to change.
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QUOTE(tplcaik @ Aug 7 2012, 12:54 PM)
Congrat v14.. Anyone use iridium plug? How good is it? Plan to change.
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yea really nice. i bought from gjrforce
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QUOTE(ks1230 @ Aug 7 2012, 12:26 PM)
You all using the old HU or the new touchscreen HU?if you are using the old HU,the HU itself got a function call SDVC(Speed Dependant Volume Control) which technically would increase or decrease your HU volume by itself when u reach a certain speed..  smile.gif
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i just got my car last week. it's the touch screen HU.
meaning that i need to off this SDVC at the option in my car HU... am i right?
quite annoying coz the volume getting loud and soft... ohmy.gif
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QUOTE(stevenc68 @ Aug 7 2012, 10:49 AM)
My 2.0SX, after driving 398km, pump in RM 90 petrol (RON 95). That's about 11.9L/100KM. Not yet 1st service. Hopefully after 1st service will be better.
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WOW BRO YOUR 2.0 REALLY GOOD TO U..MINE NOT SO GD FC LE...BUT MINE 90% CITY & 10% GO UP & DOWN HILL...MINE BOUT 300KM + (50KM IN DTE) FOR RM80-85....
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QUOTE(zouk88 @ Aug 7 2012, 03:01 PM)
WOW BRO YOUR 2.0 REALLY GOOD TO U..MINE NOT SO GD FC LE...BUT MINE 90% CITY & 10% GO UP & DOWN HILL...MINE BOUT 300KM + (50KM IN DTE) FOR RM80-85....
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11.9L/100KM where got good. My old Wira 1.5 no EFI also can get 10.xL/100KM. I'm hoping to get better than that.

Right now still driving around 100kmh and have not rev up to 4000rpm. Mostly driving to/fro work using NKVE. Dunno whether consider highway or not coz NKVE damn jam in the morning and evening.

BTW anyone can tell me which Service Centre better - Glenmarie or Red Cube Jln 225? Planning to do my 1st service soon and this two seem the nearest.
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Hi all. Not sure if this is a legit question. Where do you buy your forte? Do you go through those that's listed on naza's website?, or also from others, example carlist.my ?

Glenmarie's one gave me only up till 1.7k, without option to convert into gifts.

I saw some amazing discount on carlist as high as 3.5k, can i trust them?

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QUOTE(dtdw @ Aug 7 2012, 03:30 PM)
Hi all. Not sure if this is a legit question. Where do you buy your forte? Do you go through those that's listed on naza's website?, or also from others, example carlist.my ?

Glenmarie's one gave me only up till 1.7k, without option to convert into gifts.

I saw some amazing discount on carlist as high as 3.5k, can i trust them?
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bro, look for Mr.Edwin (Lowyat ID:Motorman) he is from Sri Kembangan branch. He will give you a very nice price and his service is number 1...
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QUOTE(ryanleehartamas @ Aug 7 2012, 12:52 PM)
oh my goodness...lol...high FC car i bought..lol
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sure or not....
mine 2.0 can clock 500-550km for each rm90 fuel up....
odo 17k +-...
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oh...congrates on the new thread.... thumbup.gif

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QUOTE(craxors @ Aug 7 2012, 03:54 PM)
sure or not....
mine 2.0 can clock 500-550km for each rm90 fuel up....
odo 17k +-...
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oh...congrates on the new thread....  thumbup.gif
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in meter "Distance to empty"..yes..every full tank clocks up to 550km+- ..but try resetting the Trip distance whenever u pump a full tank...you will notice the reading of "distance to empty" and your "trip distance" is totally different. lol..
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QUOTE(ryanleehartamas @ Aug 7 2012, 04:03 PM)
in meter "Distance to empty"..yes..every full tank clocks up to 550km+- ..but try resetting the Trip distance whenever u pump a full tank...you will notice the reading of "distance to empty" and your "trip distance" is totally different. lol..
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yup...
reduce about 20km.... whistling.gif

but bro....all depends on your driving la...how hard u press the pedal...and trafic condition also...more stops, more fuel use....so make sure u drive non stop OK... laugh.gif
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QUOTE(choki123 @ Aug 7 2012, 01:44 PM)
i just got my car last week. it's the touch screen HU.
meaning that i need to off this SDVC at the option in my car HU... am i right?
quite annoying coz the volume getting loud and soft... ohmy.gif
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yeah..but i am not sure the new touch screen HU got SDVC or not.. hmm.gif
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QUOTE(ryanleehartamas @ Aug 7 2012, 04:03 PM)
in meter "Distance to empty"..yes..every full tank clocks up to 550km+- ..but try resetting the Trip distance whenever u pump a full tank...you will notice the reading of "distance to empty" and your "trip distance" is totally different. lol..
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Wait after 1st and 2nd service, you FC will much-2 better.

I am reached 18k ODO....average can get 450km+- and DTE another 50km+-.

80% city and 20% highway, everyday up and down hill.


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Just added on an Auto Transmission Fluid Cooler for my ride.. Modding is definitely an addiction.. Lol.. Want to put alarm w/ gps system soon edi..
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QUOTE(stevenc68 @ Aug 7 2012, 03:17 PM)
11.9L/100KM where got good. My old Wira 1.5 no EFI also can get 10.xL/100KM. I'm hoping to get better than that.

Right now still driving around 100kmh and have not rev up to 4000rpm. Mostly driving to/fro work using NKVE. Dunno whether consider highway or not coz NKVE damn jam in the morning and evening.

BTW anyone can tell me which Service Centre better - Glenmarie or Red Cube Jln 225? Planning to do my 1st service soon and this two seem the nearest.
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bro..how can u compare with wira o...urs 2.0 with 156 hp wor..lolx
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QUOTE(choki123 @ Aug 7 2012, 12:18 AM)
Congrat on V14  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif  rclxms.gif

By the way, why the radio/ audio sound sometime loud sometime soft for my car?
is it link to the speed of my car?
how to edit this?  hmm.gif
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also happens to mine... HU reception is not very good..


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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 7 2012, 05:01 PM)
Just added on an Auto Transmission Fluid Cooler for my ride.. Modding is definitely an addiction.. Lol.. Want to put alarm w/ gps system soon edi..
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Wow! another mod? nice.. pretty soon ur Forte will 'fly'.. thumbup.gif

Here's a suggestion.. why don't u just update ur Mod List that u posted earlier.. that way we can keep track of ur mods..

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so fast v14 alrdy smile.gif
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Anyone where to buy Forte door visor ? The one w/o chrome lining or any wording
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Anyone where to buy Forte door visor ? The one w/o chrome lining or any wording
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Go to mfc fb or nf fb look fr kenny...


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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 7 2012, 05:01 PM)
Just added on an Auto Transmission Fluid Cooler for my ride.. Modding is definitely an addiction.. Lol.. Want to put alarm w/ gps system soon edi..
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Bro...ur personal opinion do u ting change d filter to simota or knn n iridium plug can help reduce fc?

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so fast v14 alrdy smile.gif
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ya , seem like forte owner still very active compare to other .




For KL /Selangor forumer , welcome to contact me for best offer for this month !


FYI , forte really dont have Rm4500 cash discount that naza mention , becoz of naza mistake , all sa busy to clarify to customer is for : SORENTO XM 2.4L 2011 only sad.gif





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QUOTE(070 @ Aug 7 2012, 08:32 PM)
ya , seem like forte owner still very active compare to other .
For KL /Selangor forumer , welcome to contact me for best offer for this month !
FYI , forte really dont have  Rm4500 cash discount that naza mention , becoz of naza mistake , all sa busy to clarify to customer is for : SORENTO XM 2.4L  2011 only  sad.gif
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smile.gif u also is LIM~ nice to meet u
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QUOTE(zouk88 @ Aug 7 2012, 08:12 PM)
Go to mfc fb or nf fb look fr kenny...


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Bro...ur personal opinion do u ting change d filter to simota or knn n iridium plug can help reduce fc?
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Personal opinion, can't sense any improve.. If yes.. SLIGHTLY only. But torque I can feel improve..
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everyone else here i see their fc not high as mine. mine tops 14-15, sometimes 12.. ayoo why la.. maybe depends on the way i drive
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QUOTE(ryanleehartamas @ Aug 7 2012, 10:41 AM)
ryanlee 1.6SX White 6 Speed..
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Just got my car today.. Behind the camera is the "motorman aka Mr Edwin".

He did such a wonderful great job and he is willing to wait for me to come and collect my car

even after his working hours. He took his time to explain everything to me about the car and

what and not I should do to my car. I got my car like less than 5 days after i signed the agreement.

It super fast and I dont expect it to be that fast. He remains calm and knows what to expect from a noobie

like me and always gives me advice and tips on my car. I deeply appreciate this man and I hope he

continue to serve others like he served me. Thanks Mr Edwin..you really make me happy with my new car.

Pss.....add me into the group..eh..haha

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QUOTE(maikaitan @ Aug 7 2012, 11:50 PM)
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Just got my car today.. Behind the camera is the "motorman aka Mr Edwin".

He did such a wonderful great job and he is willing to wait for me to come and collect my car

even after his working hours. He took his time to explain everything to me about the car and

what and not I should do to my car. I got my car like less than 5 days after i signed the agreement.

It super fast and I dont expect it to be that fast. He remains calm and knows what to expect from a noobie

like me and always gives me advice and tips on my car. I deeply appreciate this man and I hope he

continue to serve others like he served me. Thanks Mr Edwin..you really make me happy with my new car.

Pss.....add me into the group..eh..haha
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Yeah..u made the right choice to have Mr.Edwin as ur SA..thumbs up again for motorman!!!
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Hi, do anyone know where can I look for forte leather key pouch?

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QUOTE(stevenc68 @ Aug 7 2012, 03:17 PM)
11.9L/100KM where got good. My old Wira 1.5 no EFI also can get 10.xL/100KM. I'm hoping to get better than that.

Right now still driving around 100kmh and have not rev up to 4000rpm. Mostly driving to/fro work using NKVE. Dunno whether consider highway or not coz NKVE damn jam in the morning and evening.

BTW anyone can tell me which Service Centre better - Glenmarie or Red Cube Jln 225? Planning to do my 1st service soon and this two seem the nearest.
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switch to instant fuel consumption display and try to maintain below 10 to train your foot tongue.gif

SC wise not sure about that 2 ... only go kinrara & selayang last time
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Anybody using the audio to play songs from thumb drive connected to the usb? whenever i turn engine off, then on again, the thumb drive doesn't get detected. Sometimes when I insert the the drive into usb, it doesnt detect as well. is this normal?
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Wow! another mod? nice.. pretty soon ur Forte will 'fly'..  thumbup.gif

Here's a suggestion.. why don't u just update ur Mod List that u posted earlier.. that way we can keep track of ur mods..
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Updated the list on of my mods on the first page.
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QUOTE(Sk8Zo @ Aug 7 2012, 10:24 PM)
everyone else here i see their fc not high as mine. mine tops 14-15, sometimes 12.. ayoo why la.. maybe depends on the way i drive
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Never reached 12L/100km. The highest for me is 11.8 while lowest 9.7. That's 85city/15h'way but i'm quite light footed. Haven't done 1st service yet. ODO is around 450km. Expect better fc after the 1st service. Hopefully. Btw, mine is 1.6 sx 6 speed. What's yours?


Added on August 8, 2012, 6:06 am
QUOTE(flabbergasted @ Aug 8 2012, 01:25 AM)
Anybody using the audio to play songs from thumb drive connected to the usb? whenever i turn engine off, then on again, the thumb drive doesn't get detected. Sometimes when I insert the the drive into usb, it doesnt detect as well. is this normal?
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Had the same issue with the usb drive so decided to load my songs onto the microSD card instead. The card is automatically detected and songs will play right where they left off. I think there's a workaround for the usb drive somewhere in either the v11 or v12 forum. U can check them out.

Anyway here's what i did with the microSD.

* Extract microSD from the HU (make sure the engine is off, just to be on the safe side).
* Plug in the microSD into a memory card reader (pc or laptop).
* Launch Winamp player (winamp will detect the card).
* Right click on a chosen song, transfer to the microSD. Repeat this step for other songs.
* Once done, insert the card right back where it belongs (in the HU of course).

That's it. Problem solved for me. By right u can always drag n drop songs onto the microSD bypassing winamp altogether. I chose to use winamp bcoz it's easier to search for songs n album arts will also be loaded with the songs.

This post has been edited by pianrasa: Aug 8 2012, 06:06 AM
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nice v14! guys, how do you calculate your petrol usage? Is like this for example, I pump in 80 bux, DTE says 480km, but the refuel warning comes in at about DTE 60km. So, in the end I have to refuel around 370-380km. Does this mean RM80 for 380km? Haha sorry noob question.

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QUOTE(bem69 @ Aug 8 2012, 06:10 AM)
nice v14! guys, how do you calculate your petrol usage? Is like this for example, I pump in 80 bux, DTE says 480km, but the refuel warning comes in at about DTE 60km. So, in the end I have to refuel around 370-380km. Does this mean RM80 for 380km? Haha sorry noob question.
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yup. for more accurate, pump the petrol after it reach "distance to empty"=50km, fill the tank around rm80, which is almost full. reset trip meter to zero, drive around n check the meter when it reach "distance to empty"=50km. then calculate manually:
ron95;
rm1.90/l -> rm80 = 42l
trip meter = 400km/42l
thus it equal to, fc = 10.5l/100km


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QUOTE(flabbergasted @ Aug 8 2012, 01:25 AM)
Anybody using the audio to play songs from thumb drive connected to the usb? whenever i turn engine off, then on again, the thumb drive doesn't get detected. Sometimes when I insert the the drive into usb, it doesnt detect as well. is this normal?
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the solution is :

Song Name + Artist Name = < 30 letters including space

right click ur songs and go to properties and edit in the "details" tab
as long as u do that.... ur songs will be played everytime u start ur engine.
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QUOTE(figure8 @ Aug 8 2012, 07:08 AM)
yup. for more accurate, pump the petrol after it reach "distance to empty"=50km, fill the tank around rm80, which is almost full. reset trip meter to zero, drive around n check the meter when it reach "distance to empty"=50km. then calculate manually:
ron95;
rm1.90/l -> rm80 = 42l
trip meter = 400km/42l
thus it equal to, fc = 10.5l/100km
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Thanks for this suggestion.
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Who's forte is this??? hmm.gif hmm.gif hmm.gif user posted image

at SK Desa Pandan
according to original poster, the rim now gone
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QUOTE(Taipan052 @ Aug 8 2012, 09:06 AM)
Who's forte is this???  hmm.gif  hmm.gif  hmm.gif user posted image

at SK Desa Pandan
according to original poster, the rim now gone
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anyone know how the hell the car catches fire?
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QUOTE(Taipan052 @ Aug 8 2012, 09:06 AM)
Who's forte is this???  hmm.gif  hmm.gif  hmm.gif user posted image

at SK Desa Pandan
according to original poster, the rim now gone
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walau....who burn this car.....obviously the fire is come from inside....should be make a lot enemy.... sad.gif

Anyway .... tonight go to magnum try the luck.... biggrin.gif

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anyone know how the hell the car catches fire?
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Who's forte is this???  hmm.gif  hmm.gif  hmm.gif user posted image

at SK Desa Pandan
according to original poster, the rim now gone
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congrats on v14
wah who's car is that? a lot of enemy?? shakehead.gif shakehead.gif
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congrats on v14
wah who's car is that? a lot of enemy?? shakehead.gif  shakehead.gif
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but front bumper all okay.. so the damage caused by fire??
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Yeah..u made the right choice to have Mr.Edwin as ur SA..thumbs up again for motorman!!!
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Eugene, do you have the full address of the SC to fix the GPS HU? I believe they will fix or change the HU on the spot though. Anything to bring over for warranty? Thank you.
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Just got my car today.. Behind the camera is the "motorman aka Mr Edwin".

He did such a wonderful great job and he is willing to wait for me to come and collect my car

even after his working hours. He took his time to explain everything to me about the car and

what and not I should do to my car. I got my car like less than 5 days after i signed the agreement.

It super fast and I dont expect it to be that fast. He remains calm and knows what to expect from a noobie

like me and always gives me advice and tips on my car. I deeply appreciate this man and I hope he

continue to serve others like he served me. Thanks Mr Edwin..you really make me happy with my new car.

Pss.....add me into the group..eh..haha
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Nice recommendation, i wil opt for him sumday
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Eugene, do you have the full address of the SC to fix the GPS HU? I believe they will fix or change the HU on the spot though. Anything to bring over for warranty? Thank you.
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LOT8245, Jalan 225,
Off Jalan Templer,
46000 PJ

Phone no: 03-79600400

This is.the one i went..lastime they blame my tinting..let them know u have poor reception on gps n radio..they will take a look..lastime they changed my gps antenna..however it doesnt 100% solve my issue..according to them, this month they have a new HU unit that can be claimed..im not sure this is true or not..if u happens to go there can u ask them whether the new unit has arrived or not...

Thanks..
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Yeah..u made the right choice to have Mr.Edwin as ur SA..thumbs up again for motorman!!!
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QUOTE(figure8 @ Aug 8 2012, 07:08 AM)
yup. for more accurate, pump the petrol after it reach "distance to empty"=50km, fill the tank around rm80, which is almost full. reset trip meter to zero, drive around n check the meter when it reach "distance to empty"=50km. then calculate manually:
ron95;
rm1.90/l -> rm80 = 42l
trip meter = 400km/42l
thus it equal to, fc = 10.5l/100km
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I hv one good suggestion which i always used to check my wife myvi 1.3cc manual for fuel consumption that is

1st, pump full tank until almost overflow ( a little bit overflow at mouth of refuel hole), not need to know how much u pump in. after that immediately reset trip meter to "0" before start to drive ur car.

2nd, then, drive ur car like usual until indicator light up to refill it. ( try to memorise where u drive mostly, city or highway if can )

3rd, then, go to pump station, and record down ur total distance from trip meter, say trip meter shown 450km for example. meaning that u hv travel 450km from last full tank (which almost overflow one)

4th, now pump full tank until almost overflow again ( a little bit overflow at mouth of refuel hole like previous pump) to see how much fuel u need to replace it until same level. Now check ur amount of fuel pump in , say RM 60.00 or 31.58 litres for example for RON 95.

5th, now u can use 450km as recorded in trip meter divided by 31.58 litres to get 14.25km / litre which equal to 7.02 litres / 100km.

In my opinion, this is most accurate method to measure ur fuel consumption compare to those digital display which i always doubt on it. (This call replacement method since u can pump it until almost overflow which u can see by ur eye to make sure it is same level of full tank between last pump and current pump)


BTW, my wife myvi fuel consumption really around 14km / litre , i hv checked it a lot of time already about 60% city and 40% highway


Still dilema in deciding for buying Honda City 1.5E or Kia Forte 2.0SX, although I know I should not compare between different Segment car , but I compare them because both fall into my budget.






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anyone done high speed balancing?. plz share info.
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Still dilema in deciding for buying Honda City 1.5E or Kia Forte 2.0SX, although I know I should not compare between different Segment car , but I compare them because both fall into my budget.
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Follow your heart lah. Go to do more research on both car, you will get the result.... biggrin.gif .

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QUOTE(pianrasa @ Aug 8 2012, 05:47 AM)
Never reached 12L/100km. The highest for me is 11.8 while lowest 9.7. That's 85city/15h'way but i'm quite light footed. Haven't done 1st service yet. ODO is around 450km. Expect better fc after the 1st service. Hopefully. Btw, mine is 1.6 sx 6 speed. What's yours?


Added on August 8, 2012, 6:06 am

Had the same issue with the usb drive so decided to load my songs onto the microSD card instead. The card is automatically detected and songs will play right where they left off. I think there's a workaround for the usb drive somewhere in either the v11 or v12 forum. U can check them out.

Anyway here's what i did with the microSD.

* Extract microSD from the HU (make sure the engine is off, just to be on the safe side).
* Plug in the microSD into a memory card reader (pc or laptop).
* Launch Winamp player (winamp will detect the card).
* Right click on a chosen song, transfer to the microSD. Repeat this step for other songs.
* Once done, insert the card right back where it belongs (in the HU of course).

That's it. Problem solved for me. By right u can always drag n drop songs onto the microSD bypassing winamp altogether. I chose to use winamp bcoz it's easier to search for songs n album arts will also be loaded with the songs.
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QUOTE(mojoman @ Aug 8 2012, 08:44 AM)
the solution is :

Song Name + Artist Name = < 30 letters including space

right click ur songs and go to properties and edit in the "details" tab
as long as u do that.... ur songs will be played everytime u start ur engine.
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Thx for the suggestions guys.... Will try renaming the files to shorter names.. If that doesn't work, will try the microSD trick.
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when we first got the car ..what was the engine oil they use at the first place? is it petronas semi syn oil?
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Why i try put my USB in the slot below the HU there, but when i choose USB at HU cannot detect any song?
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Follow your heart lah. Go to do more research on both car, you will get the result.... biggrin.gif .
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Aiya , oredi did research from Internet more than one month Lar , but still cannot conclude now , supposed today after work need to meet up the SA for Kia forte to ask more, but for sure he will try to talk about good thing for forte Lar . I more Concern on quality & reliability compare to Honda . For FC , as long as not below 9km / litre for worst case then I still can accept it . For resale value , as long as the depreciation not extra more than 10% compare to civic 2.0 then I still also can accept it .
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QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 8 2012, 02:40 PM)
Aiya , oredi did research from Internet more than one month Lar , but still cannot conclude now , supposed today after work need to meet up the SA for Kia forte to ask more, but for sure he will try to talk about good thing for forte Lar . I more Concern on quality & reliability compare to Honda . For FC , as long as not below 9km / litre for worst case then I still can accept it . For resale value , as long as the depreciation not extra more than 10%  compare to civic 2.0 then I still also can accept it .
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u got a 90k budget and u're choosing between a 1.5L and 2.0L engine ?
take the 1.6SX and ask SA to give u bodykit and freebies. the rest of ur money just keep it for later mods to ur car such as K&N filters, nice set of rims, and etc.....
trust me u'll be a happy man....

all cars will have problems... Honda isn't that perfect and they are not very fuel saving as well. Forte falls right in the middle.... not too good... not too bad... its just nice... u can't complain for a car that gives u so much high tech specs and still selling at a low price....
if you want a nicer cooler looking forte... wait for the KIA K3 to come to malaysia... that time i think you will not even think about looking at T and H anymore...
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I kinda get it why majority of you guys pointed out to edwin. one reply with his offer and im already liking it. how can one say no to such offer right?


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QUOTE(dtdw @ Aug 8 2012, 04:06 PM)
I kinda get it why majority of you guys pointed out to edwin. one reply with his offer and im already liking it. how can one say no to such offer right?
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you can't denied his offer...really attempting. ^^ its my turn to wait for my baby to be born. rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 8 2012, 02:40 PM)
Aiya , oredi did research from Internet more than one month Lar , but still cannot conclude now , supposed today after work need to meet up the SA for Kia forte to ask more, but for sure he will try to talk about good thing for forte Lar . I more Concern on quality & reliability compare to Honda . For FC , as long as not below 9km / litre for worst case then I still can accept it . For resale value , as long as the depreciation not extra more than 10%  compare to civic 2.0 then I still also can accept it .
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I was in dilemma as well. At the end I chose Kia Forte because of the features. Yes FC is high around 10litres/100km. But remember this car is 1300kg.

All the features you will never find from other SEDAN. If you are the man looking for Sedan like me. This is the one.
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QUOTE(levilau @ Aug 8 2012, 04:17 PM)
you can't denied his offer...really attempting. ^^ its my turn to wait for my baby to be born.  rolleyes.gif
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seems like more and more owners got their cars from AZ MASTER! honestly, i've been seeing a lot of fortes with AZ MASTER's plate frame on the road. and they are in fact new, based on the registration number. i gotten my car from them 2 months ago... loving every moment of it rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(vintys23 @ Aug 8 2012, 05:25 PM)
seems like more and more owners got their cars from AZ MASTER! honestly, i've been seeing a lot of fortes with AZ MASTER's plate frame on the road. and they are in fact new, based on the registration number. i gotten my car from them 2 months ago... loving every moment of it  rclxms.gif
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Ya correct correct , better all buyer go for AZ master , so he can sell more and get more discount from naza and pass the saving to end user . Perhaps later Kia motor from korean will look for AZ master for joint venture , and kick out naza . Haha .. Dreaming
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QUOTE(rushmode @ Aug 8 2012, 11:06 AM)
Jalan 225.. across Jalan 222. Black building

https://maps.google.com/maps?hl=en&safe=off...632960&ie=UTF-8
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 8 2012, 12:15 PM)
LOT8245, Jalan 225,
Off Jalan Templer,
46000 PJ

Phone no: 03-79600400

This is.the one i went..lastime they blame my tinting..let them know u have poor reception on gps n radio..they will take a look..lastime they changed my gps antenna..however it doesnt 100% solve my issue..according to them, this month they have a new HU unit that can be claimed..im not sure this is true or not..if u happens to go there can u ask them whether the new unit has arrived or not...

Thanks..
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Thanks a lot. I think you guys mentioned 'Naza Auto Solutions (Asia) Sdn Bhd'. I know where it is. Will try to look for them. Thanks
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QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 8 2012, 02:40 PM)
Aiya , oredi did research from Internet more than one month Lar , but still cannot conclude now , supposed today after work need to meet up the SA for Kia forte to ask more, but for sure he will try to talk about good thing for forte Lar . I more Concern on quality & reliability compare to Honda . For FC , as long as not below 9km / litre for worst case then I still can accept it . For resale value , as long as the depreciation not extra more than 10%  compare to civic 2.0 then I still also can accept it .
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Hi David. I can tell you Kia Forte is a great buy - value for money, nice design and full of specs. You can't get from any other cars. Only prob is resale value tho. Don't know about parts and service yet. I'm still a proud owner of 2.0 SX for 2 weeks only! Enjoying every aspect of it thumbup.gif
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Thanks a lot. I think you guys mentioned 'Naza Auto Solutions (Asia) Sdn Bhd'. I know where it is. Will try to look for them. Thanks
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Guys, if they give u problem please call Naza Customer Service 03-26177666. brows.gif nod.gif


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QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 8 2012, 07:00 PM)
Thanks a lot. I think you guys mentioned 'Naza Auto Solutions (Asia) Sdn Bhd'. I know where it is. Will try to look for them. Thanks
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Guys, if they give u problem please call Naza Customer Service 03-26177666.

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QUOTE(chanyo @ Aug 8 2012, 06:03 PM)
Hi David. I can tell you Kia Forte is a great buy - value for money, nice design and full of specs. You can't get from any other cars. Only prob is resale value tho. Don't know about parts and service yet. I'm still a proud owner of 2.0 SX for 2 weeks only! Enjoying every aspect of it thumbup.gif
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Agree..im owner oso fr 2.0...ald 1mth...

Bout resale value i ting another 1-2yr shoul ok when more forte on d road n i believe it will...


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QUOTE(yeexing @ Aug 8 2012, 01:17 AM)
switch to instant fuel consumption display and try to maintain below 10 to train your foot tongue.gif

SC wise not sure about that 2 ... only go kinrara & selayang last time
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My sc oso tol me try below 10

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You guys dashboard and door dun make sound? I hope it could be rectified at my first service, otherwise when my brother balik will ask why my car like his orchestra band LOL!
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yes
having steering vibration since receive the car.
sc tried alignment and balancing for few time (wasting few of my precious weekend...)
in the end say need to high speed balancing, and this is not under warranty (previous attempt all free)
damage: RM50 for front wheel only.
result: steering vibration reduced a lot, but some time still can be felt, maybe another 2 leftover wheel (rear) need to do high speed balancing also to totally fix this issue.

lazy to go sc again liao ...
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 8 2012, 09:23 PM)
You guys dashboard and door dun make sound? I hope it could be rectified at my first service, otherwise when my brother balik will ask why my car like his orchestra band LOL!
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my dashboard got rattling sound too. try to cover up by increasing the radio volume, but sometimes the touch HU has reception problem, so still can hear the rattling sound. quite annoying sometimes.

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QUOTE(pds_disi @ Aug 8 2012, 09:54 PM)
yes
having steering vibration since receive the car.
sc tried alignment and balancing for few time (wasting few of my precious weekend...)
in the end say need to high speed balancing, and this is not under warranty (previous attempt all free)
damage: RM50 for front wheel only.
result: steering vibration reduced a lot, but some time still can be felt, maybe another 2 leftover wheel (rear) need to do high speed balancing also to totally fix this issue.

lazy to go sc again liao ...
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ic. me too, above 130km/h sometimes feel steering vibrate. my fren ask me to do high speed balancing which i never heard about it b4 rolleyes.gif
he said, usually when changing tyre/rim, they will only use normal balancing which is around 80km/h or less..
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I come back with FC (Fuel Consumption) question again. Sorry

1. I heard Simota Drop In Air Filter will help on FC. Anyone has test it and proved this working good? Where I can buy from Penang? Will it void the warranty?

2. Anyone try PBTE and TAB? Will it help on FC improvement too?
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Thanks a lot. I think you guys mentioned 'Naza Auto Solutions (Asia) Sdn Bhd'. I know where it is. Will try to look for them. Thanks
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QUOTE(Taipan052 @ Aug 8 2012, 09:32 AM)
dunno.. but i overlook on the bonnet.. looks like accident? hurmmm

but front bumper all okay.. so the damage caused by fire??
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It seem like bonnet brutal opened by force using some kind of tools. Perhaps the CSI guys open the bonnet for investigation after the burn.


Added on August 9, 2012, 12:24 am
QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 8 2012, 02:40 PM)
Aiya , oredi did research from Internet more than one month Lar , but still cannot conclude now , supposed today after work need to meet up the SA for Kia forte to ask more, but for sure he will try to talk about good thing for forte Lar . I more Concern on quality & reliability compare to Honda . For FC , as long as not below 9km / litre for worst case then I still can accept it . For resale value , as long as the depreciation not extra more than 10%  compare to civic 2.0 then I still also can accept it .
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Added on August 9, 2012, 12:39 am
QUOTE(chanyo @ Aug 8 2012, 12:55 PM)
Yah, you went to the right SA. Unlike me mad.gif
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QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 8 2012, 05:56 PM)
Ya correct correct , better all buyer go for AZ master , so he can sell more and get more discount from naza and pass the saving to end user . Perhaps later Kia motor from korean will look for AZ master for joint venture , and kick out naza . Haha .. Dreaming
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I get to the right show room, but unfortunately didn't get the right SA. There are not as much of reference and info when the time I bought my car. I went to AZ Master twice, and they do offer me good package (of course, not as good as current offer package and generous free gifts), but they do not have the Titanium Silver color that I looking for in their stock, and that SA told me that I got to wait for 3 months for TS color. Thus, I end up bought from Naza branch with no discount and lousy free gifts. It took me quite about 2 weeks to get the car. While I waiting for the car arrival, I saw a row of Titanium Silver new cars ready in front of AZ Master show room! mad.gif doh.gif .

I do not know why that SA failed to tell me the right info, but if I manage to meet that legendary SA at very beginning, the story ending will be different for sure.

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QUOTE(tantw @ Aug 9 2012, 01:19 AM)
It seem like bonnet brutal opened by force using some kind of tools. Perhaps the CSI guys open the bonnet for investigation after the burn.


Added on August 9, 2012, 12:24 am

I done my research for Toyota, Nissan, and Honda models for year and follow up all the updates of those targeted cars.....end up, I bought Forte which never in my list at all. I just love it at my first glance on it, and I still love it as day 1 after 2nd anniversary.  brows.gif


Added on August 9, 2012, 12:39 am
I get to the right show room, but unfortunately didn't get the right SA. There are not as much of reference and info when the time I bought my car. I went to AZ Master twice, and they do offer me good package (of course, not as good as current offer package and generous free gifts), but they do not have the Titanium Silver color that I looking for in their stock, and that SA told me that I got to wait for 3 months for TS color. Thus, I end up bought from Naza branch with no discount and lousy free gifts. It took me quite about 2 weeks to get the car. While I waiting for the car arrival, I saw a row of Titanium Silver new cars ready in front of AZ Master show room!  mad.gif  doh.gif .

I do not know why that SA failed to tell me the right info, but if I manage to meet that legendary SA at very beginning, the story ending will be different for sure.
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yes
having steering vibration since receive the car.
sc tried alignment and balancing for few time (wasting few of my precious weekend...)
in the end say need to high speed balancing, and this is not under warranty (previous attempt all free)
damage: RM50 for front wheel only.
result: steering vibration reduced a lot, but some time still can be felt, maybe another 2 leftover wheel (rear) need to do high speed balancing also to totally fix this issue.
high speed balancing .. some people call it on wheel balancing ... you can go to any tire shop and ask them to do on wheel balancing .. not all tire shop can do this because it need professional or experience people to do this ..the balancing will be done manually based on what speed the tire will vibrate ..then they put the weight on which area affected on wheels ..no balancing machine used for this ...

if you go to klang (coz I live there last time) ...they only charge you about RM10 - RM15 per wheels for this on wheels balancing..

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QUOTE(asrulz @ Aug 9 2012, 08:35 AM)
high speed balancing .. some people call it on wheel balancing ... you can go to any tire shop and ask them to do on wheel balancing .. not all tire shop can do this because it need professional or experience people to do this ..the balancing will be done manually based on what speed the tire will vibrate ..then they put the weight on which area affected on wheels ..no balancing machine used for this ...

if you go to klang (coz I live there last time) ...they only charge you about RM10 - RM15 per wheels for this on wheels balancing..
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Can try Kee Hin - Old Klang Road.. ( Next to Shell Petrol Station )
Previously i did on wheel balancing there for my old wira..

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the solution is :

Song Name + Artist Name = < 30 letters including space

right click ur songs and go to properties and edit in the "details" tab
as long as u do that.... ur songs will be played everytime u start ur engine.
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I'm sure song inside my thumb drive some of them less than 20 letters how come mine cant even detect a single song. Anyway the best solution is to tranfer to the micro SD card.


Added on August 9, 2012, 10:35 amGood morning everyone. I just join this big friendly Forte family. Add me into the list please 1.6sx 6 Speed white.

Indirectly I actually bought from Edwin as I go thru my friend to deal with him. No choice la he is my many years friend so need to support a bit. Can't comment much since my friend is the one who deal with him but he is a nice guy and he did a very good job in delivering time. He say Wednesday he really did it. Thank you very much really appreciate it.


Added on August 9, 2012, 10:43 amAfter driving last night I have few question need to ask.

1) The pull left issues u guys keep on mentioning is it if you let go the steering it will automatically move to the left? Mine on seems like quite obvious as if im driving with 1 hand need lots of energy to maintain it. Can I send to service center now or better wait till first service only send?

2) The USB issue as i mention above of cos cant detect any song. And my radio reception seems like quite week...sad.gif

3) Another question about song, I connect my iPhone via bluetooth dont know why sometime it doesnt have sound. The song is playing and i can even skip next track from HU it just no sound. When phone ringing voice is coming out from speaker. Wonder why...??

4) Can the GPS sound volume increase? As if im listening radio while using GPS when the beautiful lady inside the GPS speak the voice is soft till i cant hear anything. If I increase the volume when it change back to radio the sound is very very loud. Is the any way to louder the GPS voice only?

After all this car really worth every single cent you spend on it... If the resell value is not too low in the next few years I can't see any reason you dont buy this car if you have 80k budget...

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Does anybody know where to get the HU new skin? I try to change it but no other file in the internal HU memory nor the micro SD card. unsure.gif
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QUOTE(tantw @ Aug 9 2012, 12:19 AM)
It seem like bonnet brutal opened by force using some kind of tools. Perhaps the CSI guys open the bonnet for investigation after the burn.


Added on August 9, 2012, 12:24 am

I done my research for Toyota, Nissan, and Honda models for year and follow up all the updates of those targeted cars.....end up, I bought Forte which never in my list at all. I just love it at my first glance on it, and I still love it as day 1 after 2nd anniversary.  brows.gif


Added on August 9, 2012, 12:39 am
I get to the right show room, but unfortunately didn't get the right SA. There are not as much of reference and info when the time I bought my car. I went to AZ Master twice, and they do offer me good package (of course, not as good as current offer package and generous free gifts), but they do not have the Titanium Silver color that I looking for in their stock, and that SA told me that I got to wait for 3 months for TS color. Thus, I end up bought from Naza branch with no discount and lousy free gifts. It took me quite about 2 weeks to get the car. While I waiting for the car arrival, I saw a row of Titanium Silver new cars ready in front of AZ Master show room!  mad.gif  doh.gif .

I do not know why that SA failed to tell me the right info, but if I manage to meet that legendary SA at very beginning, the story ending will be different for sure.
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ha ha smile.gif i got my forte - TS color from a dealer within one mth. Naza branch always give less discount and gifts. BTW what colour did you order in the end?
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Hi everyone,

Got my forte 2.0 for 2 weeks already. Just want to share some issues with my forte.

1) Squeaking sound from the the clock plastic housing, instrument gauge and behind it.
2) Just discovered yesterday some knocking sound from i think is the front passenger side curtain airbag.
3) The interactive multimedia player sometimes doesn't want to read my usb. Sometimes come out the application.exe failure.
4) Not properly fastened passenger and driver seat. This causes the passenger seat to vibrate to the engine rev and sometimes make vibrating sound.
5) Silverstone Atlantis v7 on my car makes too much noise.
6) Wind noise from the window when doing about 100km plus.

All the sifus-sifus, any idea what to do ah?

My only hope right now is to get all of them rectified during the first service.

But on the whole the car is so fun to drive.
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QUOTE(effilizham @ Aug 8 2012, 10:12 PM)
my dashboard got rattling sound too. try to cover up by increasing the radio volume, but sometimes the touch HU has reception problem, so still can hear the rattling sound. quite annoying sometimes.
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Anybody tried soundproofing the doors? Extra foaming/insulation with those mats might get rid of the rattles right? The rattles are annoying! cry.gif
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Anybody tried soundproofing the doors? Extra foaming/insulation with those mats might get rid of the rattles right? The rattles are annoying!  cry.gif
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if all door dismantle for sound proofing will it void warenty?
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QUOTE(edktc @ Aug 9 2012, 11:30 AM)
Hi everyone,

Got my forte 2.0 for 2 weeks already. Just want to share some issues with my forte.

1) Squeaking sound from the the clock plastic housing, instrument gauge and behind it.
sc will open your dashboard..apply grease to every join...put some foam..but still not sure can solve or not....
2) Just discovered yesterday some knocking sound from i think is the front passenger side curtain airbag.
or is it the seat belt?  hmm.gif
3) The interactive multimedia player sometimes doesn't want to read my usb. Sometimes come out the application.exe failure.
4) Not properly fastened passenger and driver seat. This causes the passenger seat to vibrate to the engine rev and sometimes make vibrating sound.
5) Silverstone Atlantis v7 on my car makes too much noise.
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6) Wind noise from the window when doing about 100km plus.
install rubber? the big D & P thing...or soundproofing je la...

All the sifus-sifus, any idea what to do ah?

My only hope right now is to get all of them rectified during the first service.

But on the whole the car is so fun to drive.
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that..what happen to me...
and the squeaking sound still got..sometime when langgar lubang..or turn on a/c...u know; plastic also squeking when getting cold.. doh.gif
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Soundproofing will help or not? Confirm no rattling after soundproof? LOL! Or it only help with outside noises.
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QUOTE(chanyo @ Aug 9 2012, 11:24 AM)
ha ha  smile.gif i got my forte - TS color from a dealer within one mth. Naza branch always give less discount and gifts. BTW what colour did you order in the end?
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TS! (IM is the right color code in fact tongue.gif ). I may not have time (use up lot water, not env green + I'm a lazy ) to wash my car all the time, so black and white is out. My previous car is maroon, is time to change so Red also out. Bright Silver is not favorable by my mum and wife. So titanium Silver is the only choice for me. icon_idea.gif
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QUOTE(edktc @ Aug 9 2012, 11:30 AM)
Hi everyone,

Got my forte 2.0 for 2 weeks already. Just want to share some issues with my forte.

1) Squeaking sound from the the clock plastic housing, instrument gauge and behind it.

5) Silverstone Atlantis v7 on my car makes too much noise.

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1) nothing much to do about it, does it happen in hot weather? if yes, it is due to plastic expanding when you on the air-cond, quite common problem for some car, eg: altis. i tried stick some pad into the plastic gap, improved a lot but cannot be eliminated. or just let sc operate it.

5) yup, quite noisy and the rubber feel hard. i changed to continental mc5 recently, which is entry tyre only, but at least 30% improvement over comfort and noise over our stock tyre. i believe higher end tyre will give better result.
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QUOTE(dvinez @ Aug 9 2012, 01:44 PM)
1) nothing much to do about it, does it happen in hot weather? if yes, it is due to plastic expanding when you on the air-cond, quite common problem for some car, eg: altis. i tried stick some pad into the plastic gap, improved a lot but cannot be eliminated. or just let sc operate it.

5) yup, quite noisy and the rubber feel hard. i changed to continental mc5 recently, which is entry tyre only, but at least 30% improvement over comfort and noise over our stock tyre. i believe higher end tyre will give better result.
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After driving my 2.0SX for two weeks. notice that whenever road is uneven or bumps, there are some noises coming from dashboard. But most irritating is a clicking sound coming I think from behind. Something like metal hitting metal sound. Anyone experience that.

As for left pull issue, not sure. I do notice that the steering wheel is not completely straight. It is slight align to the left. If you straightened it car will move a bit to the right. Is this the left pull issue?

FC seem to improve a bit after driving a lot more on hw with less jam. Now at abt 10.xL / 100KM. Previously 11.x.

Tyre sound is loud. Probably due to the choice of tyre and maybe need a bit more sound proofing. Not sure if need sound proof just the door or maybe also the below where your pedals are.
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I do notice some rattlling sound when go over a small bump or uneven road.. and wind noise when speeding. try to hunt it down still cant find where it comes from. my accord also got rattle sound if go same situation.. my myvi even worse.

not so serious and doesn't bother me much though it can be annoying at times.
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Same to me. Dashboard got rattling noise when drives on uneven road especially in the morning. Must have good tinted to protect your dashboard from sunlight. Or you must cover with something such as carpet.

Left pull.. need to test first.

FC .... drop to 9.3-10L/100KM after 4 days. Hope will make it more.
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My FC according to the meter is 8.1L/100 KM currently. Still got bout quarter tank to go .. I always follow the instant litre screen that shows how much fc we will use and kept below 10 LOL! Lets see whats the real FC when i finish the whole tank and calculate manually. My driving 75% highway 25% city ba .. Sometimes also stuck in jam.
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 9 2012, 02:46 PM)
My FC according to the meter is 8.1L/100 KM currently. Still got bout quarter tank to go .. I always follow the instant litre screen that shows how much fc we will use and kept below 10 LOL! Lets see whats the real FC when i finish the whole tank and calculate manually. My driving 75% highway 25% city ba .. Sometimes also stuck in jam.
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Highway ... always good. If I can make it drop to 8L/100KM in city drive, I will be happy enough.

I am thinking about modify the car now in order to reduce the FC ....
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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 9 2012, 03:20 PM)
Highway ... always good. If I can make it drop to 8L/100KM in city drive, I will be happy enough.

I am thinking about modify the car now in order to reduce the FC ....
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Yes....u can do it..... biggrin.gif

I can make it 8.5 ~ 9.5l/100km with 100% city drive biggrin.gif I think no problem for you right?


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Talking about FC is like a never ending story. Too much variables involve in our everyday driving that affects the FC. For a 13xxkg car with 17" rims, figures around 8-11L/100km is consider ok for me for a mix driving condition. There's no way the FC will be better if we always stuck in the traffic jam or being heavy footed all the way. So everyone's FC will not be the same although we drive on the same route due to many variables (factors) such as traffic conditions, speed, tyre pressure, total car weight, our right foot's mood etc...
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QUOTE(tantw @ Aug 9 2012, 01:30 PM)
TS! (IM is the right color code in fact  tongue.gif ). I may not have time (use up lot water, not env green + I'm a lazy ) to wash my car all the time, so black and white is out. My previous car is maroon, is time to change so Red also out. Bright Silver is not favorable by my mum and wife. So titanium Silver is the only choice for me.  icon_idea.gif
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Actually TS is not my 1st choice lei wink.gif My 1st choice is clear white but my other half said i don't deserve white coz' lazy to clean/maintain car clear white sad.gif So that's why TS. But no complaint tongue.gif
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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 9 2012, 03:40 PM)
Talking about FC is like a never ending story. Too much variables involve in our everyday driving that affects the FC. For a 13xxkg car with 17" rims, figures around 8-11L/100km is consider ok for me for a mix driving condition. There's no way the FC will be better if we always stuck in the traffic jam or being heavy footed all the way. So everyone's FC will not be the same although we drive on the same route due to many variables (factors) such as traffic conditions, speed, tyre pressure, total car weight, our right foot's mood etc...
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that's right... let's worry less bout the FC and drive the best possible way we can and enjoy the ride... tongue.gif
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very sad to listen getting more and more complaint on Forte
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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 9 2012, 03:40 PM)
Talking about FC is like a never ending story. Too much variables involve in our everyday driving that affects the FC. For a 13xxkg car with 17" rims, figures around 8-11L/100km is consider ok for me for a mix driving condition. There's no way the FC will be better if we always stuck in the traffic jam or being heavy footed all the way. So everyone's FC will not be the same although we drive on the same route due to many variables (factors) such as traffic conditions, speed, tyre pressure, total car weight, our right foot's mood etc...
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8-11L/100km...but can get same mileage...500-550km each fuel up... drool.gif

QUOTE(Liuism @ Aug 9 2012, 03:45 PM)
very sad to listen getting more and more complaint on Forte
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its not more n more...its just never ending old same issue... laugh.gif

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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 9 2012, 03:40 PM)
Talking about FC is like a never ending story. Too much variables involve in our everyday driving that affects the FC. For a 13xxkg car with 17" rims, figures around 8-11L/100km is consider ok for me for a mix driving condition. There's no way the FC will be better if we always stuck in the traffic jam or being heavy footed all the way. So everyone's FC will not be the same although we drive on the same route due to many variables (factors) such as traffic conditions, speed, tyre pressure, total car weight, our right foot's mood etc...
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i agree with you. IMO, the reading on the panel is for reference. you can't be too obsessed with the FC reading. why don't you compare FC with the 'distance to empty'? at the end of the day, it's the driver's style of driving that determines the overall performance of the car. be it you choose to change your rims or to do any modifications. you bought this car for a reason and i believe, FC is one of it. so, enjoy every moment of it smile.gif
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QUOTE(vintys23 @ Aug 9 2012, 03:56 PM)
i agree with you. IMO, the reading on the panel is for reference. you can't be too obsessed with the FC reading. why don't you compare FC with the 'distance to empty'? at the end of the day, it's the driver's style of driving that determines the overall performance of the car. be it you choose to change your rims or to do any modifications. you bought this car for a reason and i believe, FC is one of it. so, enjoy every moment of it smile.gif
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Agreed that when you buy Forte or any car for that matter, you should not be too obsessed with FC but look at the overall driving experience. But again FC will always be a concern. And for me, reading other people's experience on FC and how they achieve it will give me an idea what's the best way for me to drive and maximize on FC while not reducing the driving experience that I'm used to.

I welcome and enjoy reading all the suggestion to reduce FC. I may follow some suggestion and I may not follow some. For example, I'm not going to change my rims to 16" to save on FC. I will not change the tyres until it is time to change. I may asked my right foot to be less aggresive and enjoy the drive more.


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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 9 2012, 03:40 PM)
Talking about FC is like a never ending story. Too much variables involve in our everyday driving that affects the FC. For a 13xxkg car with 17" rims, figures around 8-11L/100km is consider ok for me for a mix driving condition. There's no way the FC will be better if we always stuck in the traffic jam or being heavy footed all the way. So everyone's FC will not be the same although we drive on the same route due to many variables (factors) such as traffic conditions, speed, tyre pressure, total car weight, our right foot's mood etc...
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Right foot is always the key laugh.gif
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What is the problem if we keep discuss FC here? This car is very worth to buy except the FC is a bit high compare to other car such as Vios, City and Elantra. I know it is heavy car but if you can make the FC on par with other cars, I can tell you this car will champion. I have no complain at all just I would like to learn about FC since I am new. Please dont stop anyone to discuss about FC.

Most of the Forte owner not reach, that's why they choose forte. If they are rich, they already go for Altis or Civic ...

We learn about how people keep their FC low and indirectly we promote sales of this car.

Once we have many people buy it, it will become famous and all the resale value will raise including spare part become cheaper.

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QUOTE(stevenc68 @ Aug 9 2012, 04:24 PM)
Agreed that when you buy Forte or any car for that matter, you should not be too obsessed with FC but look at the overall driving experience. But again FC will always be a concern. And for me, reading other people's experience on FC and how they achieve it will give me an idea what's the best way for me to drive and maximize on FC while not reducing the driving experience that I'm used to.

I welcome and enjoy reading all the suggestion to reduce FC. I may follow some suggestion and I may not follow some. For example, I'm not going to change my rims to 16" to save on FC. I will not change the tyres until it is time to change. I may asked my right foot to be less aggresive and enjoy the drive more.
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How to enjoy the drive more if the right foot is less aggresive tongue.gif


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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 9 2012, 04:47 PM)
What is the problem if we keep discuss FC here? This car is very worth to buy except the FC is a bit high compare to other car such as Vios, City and Elantra. I know it is heavy car but if you can make the FC on par with other cars, I can tell you this car will champion. I have no complain at all just I would like to learn about FC since I am new. Please dont stop anyone to discuss about FC.

Most of the Forte owner not reach, that's why they choose forte. If they are rich, they already go for Altis or Civic ...

We learn about how people keep their FC low and indirectly we promote sales of this car.

Once we have many people buy it, it will become famous and all the resale value will raise including spare part become cheaper.
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Frankly speaking, if we put the same weight & the same 17" Forte rims on the Vi0s or Citi, the FC will surely not as good as we all thinking of, i believe.

& i can afford a Civic or Altis..but why would i go for it if i can get a much better specced car with much less in cost? I'm not a brand conscious guy..so i will go for the best value for my money..T & H badges will have no effect on my buying decision unless they can outperform Forte in term of specs, price & looks.

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What is the problem if we keep discuss FC here? This car is very worth to buy except the FC is a bit high compare to other car such as Vios, City and Elantra. I know it is heavy car but if you can make the FC on par with other cars, I can tell you this car will champion. I have no complain at all just I would like to learn about FC since I am new. Please dont stop anyone to discuss about FC.

Most of the Forte owner not reach, that's why they choose forte. If they are rich, they already go for Altis or Civic ...

We learn about how people keep their FC low and indirectly we promote sales of this car.

Once we have many people buy it, it will become famous and all the resale value will raise including spare part become cheaper.
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1) no one can stop your from comparing FC, but to compare it you need to take into consideration of car weight/segment, passengers inside, rim size, tyre, petrol, road and traffic condition.
forte SX comes with 17 inch rim, EX with 16, under same condition, i believe EX FC are on par and not losing to its peer.

2) first, it is rich, not reach. i not rich, but i can easily afford civic or altis, even camry, accord or optima. with your mindset i believe you would not have chosen forte if you could afford others make. it could be root cause of your dissatisfaction toward your car if any.

3) other than FC low, there are too much of reasons and features to promote a car.

4) it is already famous, original parts price are similar, unless you want third party parts.
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outside workshop? what to repair? maybe they dono how to fix and dont wanna take risk? hmm.gif
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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 9 2012, 04:47 PM)
What is the problem if we keep discuss FC here? This car is very worth to buy except the FC is a bit high compare to other car such as Vios, City and Elantra. I know it is heavy car but if you can make the FC on par with other cars, I can tell you this car will champion. I have no complain at all just I would like to learn about FC since I am new. Please dont stop anyone to discuss about FC.

Most of the Forte owner not reach, that's why they choose forte. If they are rich, they already go for Altis or Civic ...

We learn about how people keep their FC low and indirectly we promote sales of this car.

Once we have many people buy it, it will become famous and all the resale value will raise including spare part become cheaper.
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Haha...tip to reduce FC :

1) Reduce your air-cond temp around 24C and speed to level 1

2) Make sure your tyre always above 32psi

3) Maintain your speed around 80 ~ 100km/h with lower rpm 1.5k ~ 2.5k


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QUOTE(dvinez @ Aug 9 2012, 05:42 PM)
1) no one can stop your from comparing FC, but to compare it you need to take into consideration of car weight/segment, passengers inside, rim size, tyre, petrol, road and traffic condition.
forte SX comes with 17 inch rim, EX with 16, under same condition, i believe EX FC are on par and not losing to its peer.

2) first, it is rich, not reach. i not rich, but i can easily afford civic or altis, even camry, accord or optima. with your mindset i believe you would not have chosen forte if you could afford others make. it could be root cause of your dissatisfaction toward your car if any.

3) other than FC low, there are too much of reasons and features to promote a car.

4) it is already famous, original parts price are similar, unless you want third party parts.
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Bravo bro..u r rite..im nt rich either n oso facing high fc fr 2.0 bt i choose forte bcoz i like d design n technology..
Bravo fortezen...


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Bravo bro..u r rite..im nt rich either n oso facing high fc fr 2.0 bt i choose forte bcoz i like d design n technology..
Bravo fortezen...
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QUOTE(dvinez @ Aug 9 2012, 05:42 PM)
1) no one can stop your from comparing FC, but to compare it you need to take into consideration of car weight/segment, passengers inside, rim size, tyre, petrol, road and traffic condition.
forte SX comes with 17 inch rim, EX with 16, under same condition, i believe EX FC are on par and not losing to its peer.

2) first, it is rich, not reach. i not rich, but i can easily afford civic or altis, even camry, accord or optima. with your mindset i believe you would not have chosen forte if you could afford others make. it could be root cause of your dissatisfaction toward your car if any.

3) other than FC low, there are too much of reasons and features to promote a car.

4) it is already famous, original parts price are similar, unless you want third party parts.
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Well said..my point is, if we wanna do FC comparison..compare it apple with apple as what u have said. But it is almost impossible to have a fair FC comparison among cars since that so many factors need to be considered. I believe, even if we compare FC between 2 cars of the same brand & model, the FC will vary
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QUOTE(craxors @ Aug 9 2012, 03:48 PM)
8-11L/100km...but can get same mileage...500-550km each fuel up... drool.gif
its not more n more...its just never ending old same issue... laugh.gif
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My forte (1.6sx w/o bodykit) FC is in the range of 7.2 - 8.5 L/100km, other than driving habit and traffic conditions (highway, city or jam). I believe the following factors might affect (although not as influential as the above) the FC as well.

1. Air-con (better get a good tint)
2. Bodykit (add more weight, probably increase the friction also)
3. Number of passengers in the car

They are still many factors that affecting the FC of a car, as such it is very difficult to conclude whether the car is petrol drinker or not. I think it is reasonable if the FC for this car is within 7 - 9 L/ 100km.








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QUOTE(22222222 @ Aug 9 2012, 06:00 PM)
Haha...tip to reduce FC :

1) Reduce your air-cond temp around 24C and speed to level 1

2) Make sure your tyre always above 32psi

3) Maintain your speed around 80 ~ 100km/h with lower rpm 1.5k ~ 2.5k
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On point #3, It's not maintaining that speed that reduces FC. Its how fast you get to that speed is how you reduce FC wink.gif You can't reduce your FC by flooring your pedal and reach 100kmph within 20 seconds then cruising afterwards.. You reduce your FC by slowly picking up speed and not braking abruptly wink.gif
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before 40 000km service - my forte for a full tank can go about 520-560km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
now after 40 000km service - my forte only can go between 400km-480km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
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Yes, true. after reading so much on FC, i'm begining to learn how to apply the right pressure on my right foot wink.gif and without compromising on the driving experience.
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QUOTE(shamsul_LP @ Aug 9 2012, 07:12 PM)
before 40 000km service - my forte for a full tank can go about 520-560km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
now after 40 000km service - my forte only can go between 400km-480km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
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Funny why ur fc become worse ??

So many old and repeat & repeat again for same problem like rattling sound on dashboard and left pull issues still happen until now. Why the Naza Kia dun bother also ? why not they solve it before hand over cars to buyer ? Are they aware the problems and try to solve it or improve it ? ? Or they really fun have Quality control ?? All these will make a lot people who are considering in buying forte to think twice !! Although is not major problems but buyer mostly expect problem free for new car !

is there any lucky guy whose hv no problem for the left pull issue and rattling sound after having new car ??

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QUOTE(shamsul_LP @ Aug 9 2012, 07:12 PM)
before 40 000km service - my forte for a full tank can go about 520-560km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
now after 40 000km service - my forte only can go between 400km-480km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
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This is scary. Your right foot get heavier? If not, there must be something the mechanic forgot to put back when you sent for 40k mileage maintenance. sweat.gif


Added on August 9, 2012, 9:01 pm
QUOTE(22222222 @ Aug 9 2012, 06:00 PM)
Haha...tip to reduce FC :

1) Reduce your air-cond temp around 24C and speed to level 1

2) Make sure your tyre always above 32psi

3) Maintain your speed around 80 ~ 100km/h with lower rpm 1.5k ~ 2.5k
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Thank you very much for your tips thumbup.gif


Added on August 9, 2012, 9:06 pm
QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 9 2012, 04:48 PM)
How to enjoy the drive more if the right foot is less aggresive  tongue.gif


Added on August 9, 2012, 4:56 pm
Frankly speaking, if we put the same weight & the same 17" Forte rims on the Vi0s or Citi, the FC will surely not as good as we all thinking of, i believe.
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Agreed rclxms.gif


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Funny why ur fc become worse ??

So many old and repeat & repeat again for same  problem like rattling sound on dashboard and left pull issues still happen until now. Why the Naza Kia dun bother also ? why not they solve it before hand over cars to buyer ? Are they aware the problems and try to solve it or improve it ? ? Or they really fun have Quality control ?? All these will make a lot people who are considering in buying forte to think twice !! Although is not major problems but buyer mostly expect problem free for new car !

is there any lucky guy whose hv no problem for the left pull issue and rattling sound after having new car ??
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VERY GOOD QUESTIONS! This is something I want to know as well. hmm.gif

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After driving my 2.0SX for two weeks. notice that whenever road is uneven or bumps, there are some noises coming from dashboard. But most irritating is a clicking sound coming I think from behind. Something like metal hitting metal sound. Anyone experience that.

As for left pull issue, not sure. I do notice that the steering wheel is not completely straight. It is slight align to the left. If you straightened it car will move a bit to the right. Is this the left pull issue?

FC seem to improve a bit after driving a lot more on hw with less jam. Now at abt 10.xL / 100KM. Previously 11.x.

Tyre sound is loud. Probably due to the choice of tyre and maybe need a bit more sound proofing. Not sure if need sound proof just the door or maybe also the below where your pedals are.
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Pull left was fixed after doing highspeed on-wheel balancing. Previously steering vibrates and pulls left after 110km/h

Tyre sound is pretty loud, could be due to the tyres.
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QUOTE(forte_cyber @ Aug 9 2012, 06:44 PM)
My forte (1.6sx w/o bodykit) FC is in the range of 7.2 - 8.5 L/100km, other than driving habit and traffic conditions (highway, city or jam). I believe the following factors might affect (although not as influential as the above)  the FC as well.

1. Air-con (better get a good tint)
2. Bodykit (add more weight, probably increase the friction also)
3. Number of passengers in the car

They are still many factors that affecting the FC of a car, as such it is very difficult to conclude whether the car is petrol drinker or not. I think it is reasonable if the FC for this car is within 7 - 9 L/ 100km.
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Wow!!! thumbup.gif 7.2-8.5L/100KM is very good already. You drive on highway all the time?
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Anybody using the audio to play songs from thumb drive connected to the usb? whenever i turn engine off, then on again, the thumb drive doesn't get detected. Sometimes when I insert the the drive into usb, it doesnt detect as well. is this normal?
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it happens to me as well...i think then OS sucks


Added on August 9, 2012, 9:45 pmjust got my car and banged my car on the same day....break record..

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Does anybody know where to get the HU new skin? I try to change it but no other file in the internal HU memory nor the micro SD card. unsure.gif
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QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 9 2012, 08:25 PM)
Funny why ur fc become worse ??

So many old and repeat & repeat again for same  problem like rattling sound on dashboard and left pull issues still happen until now. Why the Naza Kia dun bother also ? why not they solve it before hand over cars to buyer ? Are they aware the problems and try to solve it or improve it ? ? Or they really fun have Quality control ?? All these will make a lot people who are considering in buying forte to think twice !! Although is not major problems but buyer mostly expect problem free for new car !

is there any lucky guy whose hv no problem for the left pull issue and rattling sound after having new car ??
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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 9 2012, 08:59 PM)
This is scary. Your right foot get heavier? If not, there must be something the mechanic forgot to put back when you sent for 40k mileage maintenance. sweat.gif
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servicing my car for 40 000km at 35xxx km...during that time doesnt change air filter..maybe due to old air filter (never change one) the fc become worse?just maybe sad.gif
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QUOTE(maikaitan @ Aug 9 2012, 09:43 PM)
it happens to me as well...i think then OS sucks


Added on August 9, 2012, 9:45 pmjust got my car and banged my car on the same day....break record..
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Please take sometime to browse back v13. Many instructions have been given and it works. I hv no problem loading songs and movies from my 32gb pendrive. Off and restarting will still continue from where it stop before. The HU got no problem as long you follow the instruction properly.


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QUOTE(maikaitan @ Aug 9 2012, 09:43 PM)
it happens to me as well...i think then OS sucks


Added on August 9, 2012, 9:45 pmjust got my car and banged my car on the same day....break record..
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Please take sometime to browse back v13. Many instructions have been given and it works. I hv no problem loading songs and movies from my 32gb pendrive. Off and restarting will still continue from where it stop before. The HU got no problem as long you follow the instruction properly.

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Wow!!!  thumbup.gif  7.2-8.5L/100KM is very good already. You drive on highway all the time?
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70% highway, 30% city.

For dashboard rattling sound, it happens to my forte as well. Any DIY solution besides sending the car to service center?
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Anybody tried soundproofing the doors? Extra foaming/insulation with those mats might get rid of the rattles right? The rattles are annoying!  cry.gif
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was thinking the same. is there a method to so called soundproof the dashboard? maybe apply some cushion or anything to absorb the vibration in the dashboard.
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70% highway, 30% city.

For dashboard rattling sound, it happens to my forte as well. Any DIY solution besides sending the car to service center?
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I rather leave it like this. If u find wrong person it may cause the rattling sound even worse.
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QUOTE(bkcheah75 @ Aug 9 2012, 11:42 PM)
I rather leave it like this. If u find wrong person it may cause the rattling sound even worse.
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but krek krok krek krok dam sad le .. then got zzzzz by the side .... orchestra in my car.
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Has anyone know stock availability for 2.0sx recently?
Hope to get 2.0 instead of 1.6 sad.gif

Afraid will regret if 1.6 performance not up to my expectation.

Actually have already signed loan agreement and paid d/p, can I upgrade to 2.0 if registration has been done?
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What is the problem if we keep discuss FC here? This car is very worth to buy except the FC is a bit high compare to other car such as Vios, City and Elantra. I know it is heavy car but if you can make the FC on par with other cars, I can tell you this car will champion. I have no complain at all just I would like to learn about FC since I am new. Please dont stop anyone to discuss about FC.

Most of the Forte owner not reach, that's why they choose forte. If they are rich, they already go for Altis or Civic ...

We learn about how people keep their FC low and indirectly we promote sales of this car.

Once we have many people buy it, it will become famous and all the resale value will raise including spare part become cheaper.
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I beg to differ.. 1st and foremost.. comparing FC with totally different segment B and C car in terms of dimensions and weight, and engine's cubic capacity and horsepower (refinement level too) simply isn't a good idea..

I'm used to be a Vios TRD Sportivo owner for 3 solid years before this current Forte. Vios which is the trademark of good FC is because of its lightweight 1050kg as opposed to Forte's more than 1300kg with wider body dimension, bigger inch with wider tires. But the 1.5 fuel efficient engine power was so weak and that puny little engine is so noisy above 100kmph which I was having some hard time to overtake any car. Forte 2.0 has higher torque and horsepower, better get up and go and thus drinks slightly more fuel. Forte 1.6 not too sure.. In case if you are comparing the Forte 2.0 FC which is higher than Elantra 1.8 FC.. well reason for this is numbers already spoken itself. Speaking of which I've a friend of mine owns an Elantra MD 1.8 for a month or 2. His mixed driving FC is 10.1liter/100km and mine Forte 2.0 is about avg 10.9liter/100km. If your major concern is the FC, you'll be better off with VW Golf 1.4 TSI which similar to vios / city and also could get acceleration of a Camry 2.4 feel.

2ndly, most Forte owner might have bought this car in the 1st place simply because they've done sufficient research for purchasing a car with great safety features and value, being easy on the wallet in mind, influenced by plenty of positive reviews from auto journalists around the world from PC / Ipad, arguably one of the best looking C-segment sedan to-date. I believe most consumers don't want to spend too much money for a basic and decent comfort car for purpose of point A to B daily. Frankly (if I am in the shortlist on C-Segment market again), I wouldn't spend a whopping RM133k for a Corolla Altis 2.0 which has utterly cramp interior and legroom especially the shallow driver's legroom and my left knee is hitting against the side part of "floating" centre console plastic. Seats support for overall body are plain rubbish too for bigger and taller sized people.

To keep FC low ? plan your journey ahead each day to avoid heavy traffic congestion hours as often as possible. We cannot expect a 1.8-2.0 NA engine to sip fuel like 1.5 NA engine while stuck in a prolonged traffic jam. Set the A/C to the temperature you'll feel just nice and comfy enough, hence avoid to burn more fuel unnecessarily to power the A/C system.

Before I bought this car I'm kinda expecting its FC would be like any typical 2.0 NA.. unless if I go for Prius, but I decided to give others a try and not buying another Toyota again..

perhaps I am not 100% happy with my Forte because of my nit-picking problems on those different minor funny noises.. (my previous Vios and Swift isn't a total silent car too).. if I am rich enough, I would buy a decent house first and then a brand new Volkswagen CC.


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QUOTE(bkcheah75 @ Aug 9 2012, 11:42 PM)
I rather leave it like this. If u find wrong person it may cause the rattling sound even worse.
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My car punya Zzzzzzzzz noise at above 120kmph crusing on coarse road.. at 1st i thought the noise came from the centre of internal dashbord / centre console.. its because it came from the unlubricated front passenger's seat adjustment lever mechanism which vibrates..

I cucuk the mini red straw at WD-40's nozzle and cit cit.. problem solved !!

however and sadly.. still haven't find the solution for the annoying lalat sound from both B-pillar seatbelt height adjustment.. cry.gif

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I beg to differ.. 1st and foremost.. comparing FC with totally different segment B and C car in terms of dimensions and weight, and engine's cubic capacity and horsepower (refinement level too) simply isn't a good idea..

I'm used to be a Vios TRD Sportivo owner for 3 solid years before this current Forte. Vios which is the trademark of good FC is because of its lightweight 1050kg as opposed to Forte's more than 1300kg with wider body dimension, bigger inch with wider tires. But the 1.5 fuel efficient engine power was so weak and that puny little engine is so noisy above 100kmph which I was having some hard time to overtake any car. Forte 2.0 has higher torque and horsepower, better get up and go and thus drinks slightly more fuel. Forte 1.6 not too sure.. In case if you are comparing the Forte 2.0 FC which is higher than Elantra 1.8 FC.. well reason for this is numbers already spoken itself. Speaking of which I've a friend of mine owns an Elantra MD 1.8 for a month or 2. His mixed driving FC is 10.1liter/100km and mine Forte 2.0 is about avg 10.9liter/100km. If your major concern is the FC, you'll be better off with VW Golf 1.4 TSI which similar to vios / city and also could get acceleration of a Camry 2.4 feel.

2ndly, most Forte owner might have bought this car in the 1st place simply because they've done sufficient research for purchasing a car with great safety features and value, being easy on the wallet in mind, influenced by plenty of positive reviews from auto journalists around the world from PC / Ipad, arguably one of the best looking C-segment sedan to-date. I believe most consumers don't want to spend too much money for a basic and decent comfort car for purpose of point A to B daily. Frankly (if I am in the shortlist on C-Segment market again), I wouldn't spend a whopping RM133k for a Corolla Altis 2.0 which has utterly cramp interior and legroom especially the shallow driver's legroom and my left knee is hitting against the side part of "floating" centre console plastic. Seats support for overall body are plain rubbish too for bigger and taller sized people.

To keep FC low ? plan your journey ahead each day to avoid heavy traffic congestion hours as often as possible. We cannot expect a 1.8-2.0 NA engine to sip fuel like 1.5 NA engine while stuck in a prolonged traffic jam. Set the A/C to the temperature you'll feel just nice and comfy enough, hence avoid to burn more fuel unnecessarily to power the A/C system.

Before I bought this car I'm kinda expecting its FC would be like any typical 2.0 NA.. unless if I go for Prius, but I decided to give others a try and not buying another Toyota again..

perhaps I am not 100% happy with my Forte because of my nit-picking problems on those different minor funny noises.. (my previous Vios and Swift isn't a total silent car too).. if I am rich enough, I would buy a decent house first and then a brand new Volkswagen CC.

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Ah_Bear,
Thanks for your detail sharing. I am not thinking bad about FC. Same as others, I did a lot of research before decided to take up this car. I totally understand this car is heavier compare to others same range of car. I know will have to pay more for FC already. Just want to learn more from fortezens here. nod.gif

Someone asking not to talk about FC and I think this is against purpose of forum post.

Thanks again.. Very good sharing.


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Google for Wolfnu and you will be able to mod the HU skin.
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Do you have any idea what brand actually for the original Head Unit.
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QUOTE(forte_cyber @ Aug 9 2012, 06:44 PM)
My forte (1.6sx w/o bodykit) FC is in the range of 7.2 - 8.5 L/100km, other than driving habit and traffic conditions (highway, city or jam). I believe the following factors might affect (although not as influential as the above)  the FC as well.

1. Air-con (better get a good tint)
2. Bodykit (add more weight, probably increase the friction also)
3. Number of passengers in the car

They are still many factors that affecting the FC of a car, as such it is very difficult to conclude whether the car is petrol drinker or not. I think it is reasonable if the FC for this car is within 7 - 9 L/ 100km.
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when i drive at plus highway like turtle, can get 6l/100km..when i speed i get 6l-7l/100km
i always park/idle with air cond on when waiting, my fc is 12l/100km, sometime 15l/100km lol but not really matters for me

QUOTE(shamsul_LP @ Aug 9 2012, 07:12 PM)
before 40 000km service - my forte for a full tank can go about 520-560km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
now after 40 000km service - my forte only can go between 400km-480km before the DTE left about 60-70km.
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maybe when servicing, they start your car on let it idle..the sc i go do this, hence the average fc shoot up, and dte down. if your maintain your usual driving style, probably after sometime it show your normal reading.


QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 9 2012, 08:25 PM)
Funny why ur fc become worse ??

So many old and repeat & repeat again for same  problem like rattling sound on dashboard and left pull issues still happen until now. Why the Naza Kia dun bother also ? why not they solve it before hand over cars to buyer ? Are they aware the problems and try to solve it or improve it ? ? Or they really fun have Quality control ?? All these will make a lot people who are considering in buying forte to think twice !! Although is not major problems but buyer mostly expect problem free for new car !

is there any lucky guy whose hv no problem for the left pull issue and rattling sound after having new car ??
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pull to left i no have, so i never go and check, last month checked when i change tyres..still okay no lari after ownership of 8 months. only sound i have is the plastic cracking sound when we on aircond after parked in hot weather.
but i am not lucky, my aircond hose leak when i got my car after two week, it got replaced in a week time.
after few months, my steering leather peel off, it got replaced in two week time after i complaint.
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 10 2012, 01:10 AM)
My car punya Zzzzzzzzz noise at above 120kmph crusing on coarse road.. at 1st i thought the noise came from the centre of internal dashbord / centre console.. its because it came from the unlubricated front passenger's seat adjustment lever mechanism which vibrates..

I cucuk the mini red straw at WD-40's nozzle and cit cit.. problem solved !!

however and sadly.. still haven't find the solution for the annoying lalat sound from both B-pillar seatbelt height adjustment..  cry.gif
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u mean only spray the WD40 on the 'sliding track' there (sorry i duno wats the name of this part)

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QUOTE(ohde @ Aug 10 2012, 12:16 AM)
Has anyone know stock availability for 2.0sx recently?
Hope to get 2.0 instead of 1.6 sad.gif

Afraid will regret if 1.6 performance not up to my expectation.

Actually have already signed loan agreement and paid d/p, can I upgrade to 2.0 if registration has been done?
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if has register that cant do anything already bro cry.gif

dont regret , 1.6 power also not bad + a bit good FC from 2.0 biggrin.gif
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Hi,

Just wondering whether anyone know why the distance to empty only blinks and doesn't show any figure. Just before that happens, the DTE was showing 60KM. Then after driving another 5 - 10KM, it just start to blink and dont show any figure. My distance travelled that time was about 400KM.

2nd fuel up - Caltex RON 95 / RM 85 / 44.735L / 407KM. FC now drops from 11.x to 10.97. The Forte calculation is 10.7L/100KM.
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if has register that cant do anything already bro  cry.gif

dont regret , 1.6 power also not bad + a bit good FC from 2.0  biggrin.gif
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i'm still happy to get new car smile.gif

just enjoy will do
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QUOTE(070 @ Aug 10 2012, 11:02 AM)
if has register that cant do anything already bro  cry.gif

dont regret , 1.6 power also not bad + a bit good FC from 2.0   biggrin.gif
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If havent paid for the deposit or different. Try demand to change.. Sure can like i did..


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Hi,

Just wondering whether anyone know why the distance to empty only blinks and doesn't show any figure. Just before that happens, the DTE was showing 60KM. Then after driving another 5 - 10KM, it just start to blink and dont show any figure. My distance travelled that time was about 400KM.

2nd fuel up - Caltex RON 95 / RM 85 / 44.735L / 407KM. FC now drops from 11.x to 10.97. The Forte calculation is 10.7L/100KM.
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I think its a reminder for you to fill up the tank. Since DTE is just an estimation. The blink is to remind for another refueling.
Just like my bike, the indicator will blink and will blink faster to show that the tank is going to empty..

Just my 2 cent.

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Hi guys, many talk on FC recently. Let the money do the talking here:

6l/100km = 11.4 sen per km
7l/100km = 13.3 sen per km
8l/100km = 15.2 sen per km
9l/100km = 17.1 sen per km
10l/100km = 19.0 sen per km
11l/100km = 20.9 sen per km
12l/100km = 22.8 sen per km
13l/100km = 24.7 sen per km

Every 1l/100km change = 0.9 sen difference so I say "Don't sweat the small stuff, just tekan aje!" :-)


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QUOTE(fourteh @ Aug 10 2012, 01:54 PM)
Hi guys, many talk on FC recently. Let the money do the talking here:

6l/100km = 11.4 sen per km
7l/100km = 13.3 sen per km
8l/100km = 15.2 sen per km
9l/100km = 17.1 sen per km
10l/100km = 19.0 sen per km
11l/100km = 20.9 sen per km
12l/100km = 22.8 sen per km
13l/100km = 24.7 sen per km

Every 1l/100km change = 0.9 sen difference so I say "Don't sweat the small stuff, just tekan aje!" :-)
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Er should be 1.9 sen but same difference biggrin.gif

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QUOTE(pianrasa @ Aug 9 2012, 11:34 AM)
Anybody tried soundproofing the doors? Extra foaming/insulation with those mats might get rid of the rattles right? The rattles are annoying!  cry.gif
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I solved my door rattling sound at bandar bukit raja klang Kia dealer called Jen Wen.
They putting some insulation pad on my door and no more sound ady.been done for almost 2 months.so far still ok
U may go there for try. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(ferrari38 @ Aug 10 2012, 02:08 PM)
I solved my door rattling sound at bandar bukit raja klang Kia dealer called Jen Wen.
They putting some insulation pad on my door and no more sound ady.been done for almost 2 months.so far still ok
U may go there for try. biggrin.gif
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mana bukit raja klang?
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Please search from google. cool2.gif
It was located in klang, nearby Aeon bukit raja.
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QUOTE(ferrari38 @ Aug 10 2012, 02:08 PM)
I solved my door rattling sound at bandar bukit raja klang Kia dealer called Jen Wen.
They putting some insulation pad on my door and no more sound ady.been done for almost 2 months.so far still ok
U may go there for try. biggrin.gif
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Eh this is good. I know where bukit raja is. They solved the dashboard ratthling as well? Let me try bring to my SC first for first service then see how it goes. Can suggest them to put some insulation pad also LOL!
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 10 2012, 02:22 PM)
Eh this is good. I know where bukit raja is. They solved the dashboard ratthling as well? Let me try bring to my SC first for first service then see how it goes. Can suggest them to put some insulation pad also LOL!
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let all of us know if they can solve the dashboard issue as well ya?
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for forte, any owner drive outstation, i frm sarawak, u know sarawak road no good, like from kuching to sibu, need 6hr drive but the road condition is bad, donno can tahan o not
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QUOTE(lung85 @ Aug 10 2012, 03:23 PM)
for forte, any owner drive outstation, i frm sarawak, u know sarawak road no good, like from kuching to sibu, need 6hr drive but the road condition is bad, donno can tahan o not
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Sure can tahan, just you will have rattling dashboard easily.
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Argggghhh... My aircond blow hot air only after 45 min under the hot sun.. If 5 minits still ok.. This is more than 20 minits..
Help help help..
Before this its so cold even on 23c.
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So many problems lah...

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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 10 2012, 09:34 AM)
Ah_Bear,
Thanks for your detail sharing. I am not thinking bad about FC. Same as others, I did a lot of research before decided to take up this car. I totally understand this car is heavier compare to others same range of car. I know will have to pay more for FC already. Just want to learn more from fortezens here.  nod.gif

Someone asking not to talk about FC and I think this is against purpose of forum post.

Thanks again.. Very good sharing.
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I wonder who is that someone? rolleyes.gif

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Epo, add me to the list le. Forte 1.6 SX ( Clear White ) . Hehe .
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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 10 2012, 03:45 PM)
Argggghhh... My aircond blow hot air only after 45 min under the hot sun.. If 5 minits still ok.. This is more than 20 minits..
Help help help..
Before this its so cold even on 23c.
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So many problems lah...

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Did u turn the AC button on (green light lit up)?


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QUOTE(stevenc68 @ Aug 10 2012, 11:14 AM)
Hi,

Just wondering whether anyone know why the distance to empty only blinks and doesn't show any figure. Just before that happens, the DTE was showing 60KM. Then after driving another 5 - 10KM, it just start to blink and dont show any figure. My distance travelled that time was about 400KM.

2nd fuel up - Caltex RON 95 / RM 85 / 44.735L / 407KM. FC now drops from 11.x to 10.97. The Forte calculation is 10.7L/100KM.
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It's completely normal. By blinking & showing no figure, the driver will refuel as soon as possible afraid that the fuel will finish in no time. It's a good practise since that the figure is just an estimation only. So that we will not end up with pushing the car at the roadside instead tongue.gif

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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 10 2012, 03:44 PM)
Sure can tahan, just you will have rattling dashboard easily.
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I think the rim wont tahan la.. My experience living in kuching with 17" rim 45/205 tyre. It bent after 6 month. And the steering wheel will shake at certain speed. Change to thicker tyre can help at least...


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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 10 2012, 04:21 PM)
Did u turn the AC button on (green light lit up)?

I did. It turn green. Already try auto and manual. doh.gif

Retry on and of green lit also...
Sometimes cold sometimes hot air..
Outside temp 34c.

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QUOTE(ferrari38 @ Aug 10 2012, 02:08 PM)
I solved my door rattling sound at bandar bukit raja klang Kia dealer called Jen Wen.
They putting some insulation pad on my door and no more sound ady.been done for almost 2 months.so far still ok
U may go there for try. biggrin.gif
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hey thanks for the info.. thumbup.gif can u describe a little what the SC did or how? can't visit the SC that u mentioned since it's very far from where I live..
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Hi, my 4 speed forte reached 2 years, front driver seat Kumho tyre already "bengkak" , dont know the reason after checked by the foreman during service, any recommend good & economic tyre for repalcement from sifu-sifu here? thx an advance !! icon_question.gif
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Epo, add me to the list le. Forte 1.6 SX ( Clear White ) . Hehe .
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hey all, new member here!!
i'm just get my car 2 week and so far so good.. my FC is around 8.5-10.1 so far and just done the first service yesterday... so far i had pumped 3 times of petrol which different petrol station.. the conclusion now it's look the E brand the best FC while the P brand really PK 1... Anyone of you using the Hyundai Engine Oil? What different of it with the Petronas?
Beside that, did anyone of you facing problem to register the GPS (Speednavi)? I'm facing problem when entry the Serial Key in keep pop-up incorrect key even i had insert the correct key... did you all have any ideas and solutions to share?
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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 10 2012, 12:10 PM)
If havent paid for the deposit or different. Try demand to change.. Sure can like i did..


Added on August 10, 2012, 12:29 pm

I think its a reminder for you to fill up the tank. Since DTE is just an estimation. The blink is to remind for another refueling.
Just like my bike, the indicator will blink and will blink faster to show that the tank is going to empty..

Just my 2 cent.
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the problem is he already paid full and registered from jpj cry.gif
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QUOTE(pianrasa @ Aug 8 2012, 05:47 AM)
Never reached 12L/100km. The highest for me is 11.8 while lowest 9.7. That's 85city/15h'way but i'm quite light footed. Haven't done 1st service yet. ODO is around 450km. Expect better fc after the 1st service. Hopefully. Btw, mine is 1.6 sx 6 speed. What's yours?


mine 2.0.. thirsty all the time

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mine 2.0.. thirsty all the time
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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 10 2012, 04:42 PM)
I did. It turn green. Already try auto and manual. doh.gif

Retry on and of green lit also...
Sometimes cold sometimes hot air..
Outside temp 34c.
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In this case, better send to SC for rectification. Nothing much we can try to troubleshoot it at this stage...
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My latest mod with wolfncu skinz...

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QUOTE(chuan30378 @ Aug 10 2012, 06:28 PM)
Hi, my 4 speed forte reached 2 years, front driver seat Kumho tyre already "bengkak" , dont know the reason after checked by the foreman during service, any recommend good & economic tyre for repalcement from sifu-sifu here? thx an advance !! icon_question.gif
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I've observed quite alot of bread and butter cars out there wrapped with Yokohama C-Drive 2 and Michelin XM2 wheels which appear to be affordable and respectable all-round performance..

XM2 for quieter and cushy ride, great durability, higher mileage lifespan.. not easily get bengkak..
C-Drive 2 is for those who's looking for all rounder tire.. some ppl complain the ride
feels hard and noisier than XM2..

Continental MC5 recently also very popular.. comfort base tire but it is made in malaysia.. so hurmmm.. dono lah tongue.gif

really see what's your expectation after you spend the money.. u sendiri pilih lah rolleyes.gif

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Alamak.. ter-hit submit post when I havent' finish typing.. lol

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QUOTE(Sk8Zo @ Aug 11 2012, 12:59 AM)
howwww?! i saw those skins on the website but a bit afraid to do it. once read, forgot who it was, wrote that he install one of the skin and the whole thing corrupt and now just useless HU for show
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Actually it is just an exe file and make it run on the HU..everything is saved in the pendrive and run from the pendrive..anyway there is a PCversion that can be tested before putting in the pendrive and run it..with the correct mapping it shouldnt be corrupted..you just need to go to options then system and map the navi to the file in the pendrive instead speednavi.exe
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QUOTE(jeschong @ Aug 10 2012, 10:52 AM)
u mean only spray the WD40 on the 'sliding track' there (sorry i duno wats the name of this part)
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the lever's mechanism at bottom of the seat which adjusts front and back..

and guess what.. I'm addicted with WD-40 today and I even spray into the hole of both B pillar seatbelt..
result is.. NO more lalat sound oredi !! happy happy !!

I guess my car came out from Factory assembly all with hard steel joinery which creates sound..
when I was arrived in showroom to collect my car 3 months back.. it seems the internal glass all around was fogged up with dirt moisture and that salesgirl quickly wiped it clean before she get scolded by me blush.gif I believe my car was placed in appropriate environment for 1-2 months and that could be the reason all of the metal parts in the interior including the driver seat even the armrest got squeaking noise.. what the hell..

I think mine particular car is the biggest lemon car among all fortezens here.. alot of small small problems..
until to-date, all the problems are resolved and wherever I'm drive it I got the feel of satisfaction already..

Oh another 1 very very minor issue.. my driver's door when closing.. it sounds abit like Saga FLX door closing sound..
got a bit audible "crakk" sound and it doesn't heard to be solid door closing compare with other 3 doors.. could SC able to rectify this for me too.. ? yawn.gif

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Guys, does anyone using WHITE 1.6 EX/SX with 16" or 17" matt black color rims? If any of you got it, please help me post some picture.

I heard forte 2012 bodykit is not aerodynamic, can anyone explain? Pls tq.
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I believe I have read this from previous thread but could not recall if any solution had been provided for this.

My 1.6SX Forte has the dashboard rattling noise, and I have managed to trace the source of the noise, which is from the temperature sensor right below the centre part of the windscreen.

Whenever the rattling noise started, I asked my passenger to help press on the sensor, and then the noise gone. This had been tested few times so hopefully I have pinpointed to the correct culprit of the rattling noise.

So now here are the questions:
- Has anyone else encountered this problem with the same culprit?
- How can it be solved?
- Any service centre has successfully solved this similar issue?

Maybe those of you who has dashboard rattling noise could try to confirm whether you all sharing the same culprit as mine (by pressing on the sensor whenever there is the rattling noise).
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 11 2012, 01:21 AM)
Actually it is just an exe file and make it run on the HU..everything is saved in the pendrive and run from the pendrive..anyway there is a PCversion that can be tested before putting in the pendrive and run it..with the correct mapping it shouldnt be corrupted..you just need to go to options then system and map the navi to the file in the pendrive instead speednavi.exe
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can you share the WolfNCU.ini? Cant really make it work last time then I stop pursuing to make it work.

Anyway, you maybe know this already but I'm gonna share it anyway... you can actually create a custom shortcut on the "Apps" section by pressing on one of the icon (example: Options button) for a couple of seconds and all the icon will be editable. There's two empty space so just press at the empty space and choose "Edit". From there just locate the .exe file. You can also rearranged the icons by press and drag ala smartphone.
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 11 2012, 01:24 AM)
the lever's mechanism at bottom of the seat which adjusts front and back..

and guess what.. I'm addicted with WD-40 today and I even spray into the hole of both B pillar seatbelt..
result is.. NO more lalat sound oredi !! happy happy !!


I guess my car came out from Factory assembly all with hard steel joinery which creates sound..
when I was arrived in showroom to collect my car 3 months back.. it seems the internal glass all around was fogged up with dirt moisture and that salesgirl quickly wiped it clean before she get scolded by me  blush.gif I believe my car was placed in appropriate environment for 1-2 months and that could be the reason all of the metal parts in the interior including the driver seat even the armrest got squeaking noise.. what the hell..

I think mine particular car is the biggest lemon car among all fortezens here.. alot of small small problems..
until to-date, all the problems are resolved and wherever I'm drive it I got the feel of satisfaction already..

Oh another 1 very very minor issue.. my driver's door when closing.. it sounds abit like Saga FLX door closing sound..
got a bit audible "crakk" sound and it doesn't heard to be solid door closing compare with other 3 doors.. could SC able to rectify this for me too.. ?  yawn.gif
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This is indeed a great share! thumbup.gif gonna find myself that magical WD-40..bye2 pesky lalats.. haha.. bro Ah_Bear, how did u exactly spray that WD-40 on those B pillar seatbelts? how did u get to the metal? thankx...


Added on August 11, 2012, 6:08 am
QUOTE(rushmode @ Aug 11 2012, 04:43 AM)
can you share the WolfNCU.ini? Cant really make it work last time then I stop pursuing to make it work.

Anyway, you maybe know this already but I'm gonna share it anyway... you can actually create a custom shortcut on the "Apps" section by pressing on one of the icon (example: Options button) for a couple of seconds and all the icon will be editable. There's two empty space so just press at the empty space and choose "Edit". From there just locate the .exe file. You can also rearranged the icons by press and drag ala smartphone.
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thanks for sharing... didn't know we were able to do that thumbup.gif

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QUOTE(stonekean @ Aug 10 2012, 11:34 PM)
hey all, new member here!!
i'm just get my car 2 week and so far so good.. my FC is around 8.5-10.1 so far and just done the first service yesterday... so far i had pumped 3 times of petrol which different petrol station.. the conclusion now it's look the E brand the best FC while the P brand really PK 1... Anyone of you using the Hyundai Engine Oil? What different of it with the Petronas?
Beside that, did anyone of you facing problem to register the GPS (Speednavi)? I'm facing problem when entry the Serial Key in keep pop-up incorrect key even i had insert the correct key... did you all have any ideas and solutions to share?
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What is E brand and P brand? What engine oil the SC used when you sent for 1000km maintenance?
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What is E brand and P brand? What engine oil the SC used when you sent for 1000km maintenance?
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The SC asking me either want try for Hyundai engine oil but at last i used the petronas as just RM15 different..
So anyone know how to solve the GPS problems?
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Guys, last time i plug in my pendrive, my HU did not detect it. What should I do? There are songs in it.
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 11 2012, 10:13 AM)
Guys, last time i plug in my pendrive, my HU did not detect it. What should I do? There are songs in it.
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try other pen drive ?
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This is great.. And this is what i'm looking for.. Can you share the step by step things need to do to get the HU working just like yours.

I've try searching at Wolfcnu but in the end getting confuse which file should i dload and replace in the HU.


Added on August 11, 2012, 11:25 am
QUOTE(stonekean @ Aug 10 2012, 11:34 PM)

Beside that, did anyone of you facing problem to register the GPS (Speednavi)? I'm facing problem when entry the Serial Key in keep pop-up incorrect key even i had insert the correct key... did you all have any ideas and solutions to share?
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I got same problem.. I called my SA about this problem and he redirect me to the lady at his office who incharge about this new registration. She said she just got the new map from naza and need to change my microsd card with new map first. Its still new with her and she need few days to learn to reconfigure.

She said will call back.. Arghhh its already a week. I will call her then.

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QUOTE(rushmode @ Aug 11 2012, 04:43 AM)
can you share the WolfNCU.ini? Cant really make it work last time then I stop pursuing to make it work.

Anyway, you maybe know this already but I'm gonna share it anyway... you can actually create a custom shortcut on the "Apps" section by pressing on one of the icon (example: Options button) for a couple of seconds and all the icon will be editable. There's two empty space so just press at the empty space and choose "Edit". From there just locate the .exe file. You can also rearranged the icons by press and drag ala smartphone.
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Will share it out tomolo bro..no pc now.
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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 11 2012, 11:14 AM)
This is great.. And this is what i'm looking for.. Can you share the step by step things need to do to get the HU working just like yours.

I've try searching at Wolfcnu but in the end getting confuse which file should i dload and replace in the HU.


Added on August 11, 2012, 11:25 am

I got same problem.. I called my SA about this problem and he redirect me to the lady at his office who incharge about this new registration. She said she just got the new map from naza and need to change my microsd card with new map first. Its still new with her and she need few days to learn to reconfigure.

She said will call back.. Arghhh its already a week. I will call her then.
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i am thinking either got others way beside waiting they call.. my salesman also said like that but he told me direct go to Naza World for the solutions... for me that place abit far rclxub.gif ... can we used other GPS software like Garmin or Papago instead of Speednavi?
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QUOTE(stonekean @ Aug 11 2012, 11:58 AM)
i am thinking either got others way beside waiting they call.. my salesman also said like that but he told me direct go to Naza World for the solutions... for me that place abit far  rclxub.gif ... can we used other GPS software like Garmin or Papago instead of Speednavi?
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Arrghhh.. She said will call back this monday.. dry.gif mad.gif mad.gif doh.gif

Can anyone help me, where can i make a complaint about the delay? Hope the complaint can make her do her job faster..
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 11 2012, 12:55 AM)
I've observed quite alot of bread and butter cars out there wrapped with Yokohama C-Drive 2 and Michelin XM2 wheels which appear to be affordable and respectable all-round performance..

XM2 for quieter and cushy ride, great durability, higher mileage lifespan.. not easily get bengkak..
C-Drive 2 is for those who's looking for all rounder tire.. some ppl complain the ride
feels hard and noisier than XM2..

Continental MC5 recently also very popular.. comfort base tire but it is made in malaysia.. so hurmmm.. dono lah  tongue.gif

really see what's your expectation after you spend the money.. u sendiri pilih lah  rolleyes.gif
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Thx for ur recommendation, but these 2 tyre quite pricey for me, RM 400++- RM 600++ per pc? any commend of the Koza tyre from indonesia or V7 silverstone tyre, any user for far & comment pls?? thx
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 11 2012, 10:13 AM)
Guys, last time i plug in my pendrive, my HU did not detect it. What should I do? There are songs in it.
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Plug your pen drive to computer and format it with fat32 but not ntfs. That had solve my problem similar to you.

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QUOTE(pianrasa @ Aug 11 2012, 06:06 AM)
This is indeed a great share!  thumbup.gif gonna find myself that magical WD-40..bye2 pesky lalats.. haha..  bro Ah_Bear, how did u exactly spray that WD-40 on those B pillar seatbelts? how did u get to the metal? thankx...
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the straw to insert deep inside pointing upwards from the hole of the belt at B-Pillar.. do it in the left and right hole to equal the lubrication of internal metal parts.. rolleyes.gif

this method I did came across from one of the forummer if I'm not mistaken at V12 sharing
the method of "pest control" in the Forte.. LOL
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does any one install woofer and amplifier in car? is it will void the warranty?
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QUOTE(bkcheah75 @ Aug 11 2012, 02:44 PM)
Plug your pen drive to computer and format it with fat32 but not ntfs. That had solve my problem similar to you.
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Better use fat than fat32...if fat32 ur song will not continue where u stop
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Thx for ur recommendation, but these 2 tyre quite pricey for me, RM 400++- RM 600++ per pc? any commend of the Koza tyre from indonesia or V7 silverstone tyre, any user for far & comment pls?? thx
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FYI, I used the Atlantis V7 Silverstone which came with the car for 2 months and found out that it is very lousy grip on road..
doesn't reliably bites on road and feels very slippery.. no confidence on brisk braking.. ride feels hard and railway train sound but reasonably quiet nonetheless..

I suggest you should try Continental MC5.. quoted at RM390/pc for 17" at Kee Hin.. although its made in M'sia.. i'm sure its ability and overall quality to be a lot better than Silverstone Atlantis V7.. one of the Fortezen back in V13 mentioned MC5 is a good tire and met all of his expectation..

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QUOTE(prescott83 @ Aug 11 2012, 02:50 PM)
Better use fat than fat32...if fat32 ur song will not continue where u stop
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I have format my thumbdrive with fat. And reinstall the mp3. Some dong can be played some cant event the name of the mp3 file is less than 10 character.
Hmmm....
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 11 2012, 02:44 PM)
the straw to insert deep inside pointing upwards from the hole of the belt at B-Pillar.. do it in the left and right hole to equal the lubrication of internal metal parts..  rolleyes.gif

this method I did came across from one of the forummer if I'm not mistaken at V12 sharing
the method of "pest control" in the Forte.. LOL
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haha... that 'lalat' is a pest alright.. really annoying.. thanks again for sharing.. rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 11 2012, 02:53 PM)
FYI, I used the Atlantis V7 Silverstone which came with the car for 2 months and found out that it is very lousy grip on road..
doesn't reliably bites on road and feels very slippery.. no confidence on brisk braking.. ride feels hard and railway train sound but reasonably quiet nonetheless..

I suggest you should try Continental MC5.. quoted at RM390/pc for 17" at Kee Hin.. although its made in M'sia.. i'm sure its ability and overall quality to be a lot better than Silverstone Atlantis V7.. one of the Fortezen back in V13 mentioned MC5 is a good tire and met all of his expectation..
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Thx for ur comment & suggestion again ah Bear, so will give up to replace the V7 silverstone, so is it good to replace 1 pair of the difference brand of tyre instead of just take the spare tyre for replacement the "bengkak" 1 & buy new tyre for the another? (another front tyre still remain 50-60% bunga)
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 11 2012, 12:42 AM)
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Bro, curious to ask whether the meter is working according to the speed or not?


Added on August 11, 2012, 4:02 pm
QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 10 2012, 02:22 PM)
Eh this is good. I know where bukit raja is. They solved the dashboard ratthling as well? Let me try bring to my SC first for first service then see how it goes. Can suggest them to put some insulation pad also LOL!
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In fact my dashboard also got some rattling sound at passenger side but I haven asked them to fix for me. I think that is a big project thus drag until now haven fixed it tongue.gif
Will arrange time to fix it.


Added on August 11, 2012, 4:04 pm
QUOTE(pianrasa @ Aug 10 2012, 05:11 PM)
hey thanks for the info..  thumbup.gif can u describe a little what the SC did or how? can't visit the SC that u mentioned since it's very far from where I live..
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Just stick some foam alike insulation pad at some areas that have contact with the metal of door.

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Just stick some foam alike insulation pad at some areas that have contact with the metal of door.
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Great!.. will relay this to the SC nearby... thanks.. rclxms.gif
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anyone here tinted front headlight? i just went to tom's, ask them to tint my front headlight but unfortunately they failed due to the uneven surface of our frontlight. sweat.gif
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QUOTE(lauyamonk @ Aug 11 2012, 11:05 AM)
try other pen drive ?
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edit : oops.. just saw the followup posts... quote the wrong person as well... recommended to use sandisk USB drives..so far so good...but sometimes will go mad... once in a blue moon suddenly it will stop playing and you need to turn off the engine and turn it back on only can read...

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want to ask so far the new forte 6speed, anyone has issues with this car? problemS? any major issues that is will known?

as u know korean car is no good in past few years, but i found out now the new forte quality is better, but donno reliable o not
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Just wondering, those with the 6 speeder, what's ur FC for the 2.0?

I have the 4 speed..and my FC is really madness ... penang driving conditions with a heavy foot as well..i'm only clocking 310-320KM per full tank with Shell and Caltax...BUT... the last tank i reluctantly pumped in Esso (heard its underpowered) but surprise surprise..i clocked a 370km this tank..so i'm going for a round 2...gotta admit the engine is not as eager but its still more than driveable hence i think i'm gonna stick to Esso if its giving good FC from now on...
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QUOTE(keagan @ Aug 11 2012, 09:46 PM)
Just wondering, those with the 6 speeder, what's ur FC for the 2.0?

I have the 4 speed..and my FC is really madness ... penang driving conditions with a heavy foot as well..i'm only clocking 310-320KM per full tank with Shell and Caltax...BUT... the last tank i reluctantly pumped in Esso (heard its underpowered) but surprise surprise..i clocked a 370km this tank..so i'm going for a round 2...gotta admit the engine is not as eager but its still more than driveable hence i think i'm gonna stick to Esso if its giving good FC from now on...
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Thank you for sharing about fuel saving thumbup.gif
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anyone here tinted front headlight? i just went to tom's, ask them to tint my front headlight but unfortunately they failed due to the uneven surface of our frontlight.  sweat.gif
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Wow..toms oso can fail..walau a..bro u frm penang?
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Dam, I just heard helicopter sound earlier from the engine or stg when i coming back from work. Hopefully its gone by tomorrow and forever. ZZZ!
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Dam, I just heard helicopter sound earlier from the engine or stg when i coming back from work. Hopefully its gone by tomorrow and forever. ZZZ!
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klak klak klak sound after engine startup ? i think its normal for timing chain engine..
my vios last time also got tat sound..


Added on August 11, 2012, 10:35 pm
QUOTE(chuan30378 @ Aug 11 2012, 03:31 PM)
Thx for ur comment & suggestion again ah Bear, so will give up to replace the V7 silverstone, so is it good to replace 1 pair of the difference brand of tyre instead of just take the spare tyre for replacement the "bengkak" 1  & buy new tyre for the another? (another front tyre still remain 50-60% bunga)
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If you don't wish to spend money on all 4 tire.. get 2 pcs new one for both front.. the 50-60% bunga remains at the rear..

its important to have good set of front tires especially its a front wheel drive car..


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QUOTE(lung85 @ Aug 11 2012, 09:35 PM)
want to ask so far the new forte 6speed, anyone has issues with this car? problemS? any major issues that is will known?

as u know korean car is no good in past few years, but i found out now the new forte quality is better, but donno reliable o not
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My 2 cents:

Because of the drastic design change from one of the ugliest cars in the market to something that some people would say is the "best looking" car in its segment, many people would unconsciously relate the improvement in quality to be on par with the improvement in looks. I'm no car expert but I think it will be a good idea not to think that a Kia's reliability should be on par with a Toyota because it looks alright.

I used to own a Hyundai, 2nd year the car wouldn't lock properly whenever it rains, 5th year my engine starts to heat up at random times for no apparent reason. I've sent my car to the workshop many many times and unfortunately I seem to make the mechanic look as if they are not as good as they think they are.

Problem couldn't go away and I had to sell it to an unlucky 2nd hand dealer.

For me, I bought a Forte anyway because I'm overseas most of the time & I'll probably drive the car 2-3 months per year, so I figured I wouldn't drive the car often enough to give me problems.

But to be honest after my first experience with Korean cars, I told myself never to get another set of Kimchi wheels. I am lucky to be in my situation where I can afford to go for looks vs. reliability.

If I had to drive the car for the whole year then honestly I would prefer to buy something else.

What I think is if you can afford it then buy with your heart, if money is an issue then buy with your brain.

But hey, that's solely my experience & my 2 cents. I'm sure there are many other people who'll tell you otherwise smile.gif

Good luck with your car hunt smile.gif
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QUOTE(keagan @ Aug 11 2012, 09:46 PM)
Just wondering, those with the 6 speeder, what's ur FC for the 2.0?

I have the 4 speed..and my FC is really madness ... penang driving conditions with a heavy foot as well..i'm only clocking 310-320KM per full tank with Shell and Caltax...BUT... the last tank i reluctantly pumped in Esso (heard its underpowered) but surprise surprise..i clocked a 370km this tank..so i'm going for a round 2...gotta admit the engine is not as eager but its still more than driveable hence i think i'm gonna stick to Esso if its giving good FC from now on...
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I'm regular user for BHP on 2.0 6 Speed..
to me by far BHP with my car FC is 5-10% better than Shell and Petronas.. low to mid rpm range acceleration with BHP seems like much more refined and quieter than Petronas.. other than that Petronas gives perky /
peppy acceleration.. while BHP gives seamless torque in strong and smooth characteristic..

I always boycott for Shell RON95 for its super bad FC and torqueless power.. the revs doesn't come along with power and acceleration.. ended up 330+km for RM90..

Have you tested the 6 speed one ? any car which has more than 5AT conventional autobox I'll always feel its more "engaging" to drive.. i think the 6 speed in Forte makes the engine more eager to build up speed compare with the 1.6 4AT I've tested back in 2009..

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Are you looking for the Best Forte offer? Save the hassle searching.
To find the best offer ever, just click below!

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Get my forte 3 days ago from Edwin Loh...So far very satisfied with the car~~Thx Edwin for the best offer and service.
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Are you looking for the Best Forte offer? Save the hassle searching.
To find the best offer ever, just click below!

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Edwin,
Our hero... You must know well with KIA CEO / CIO / COO / CFO / UFO... since you are famous and get so many car with them .... laugh.gif

Can you highlight to them, ask them to fix multiple common issues before sell to customer lah... Although those not really critical.

1. Left pull issue
2. rattling dashboard


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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 12 2012, 12:15 AM)
Edwin,
Our hero... You must know well with KIA CEO / CIO / COO / CFO / UFO... since you are famous and get so many car with them ....  laugh.gif

Can you highlight to them, ask them to fix multiple common issues before sell to customer lah... Although those not really critical.

1. Left pull issue
2. rattling dashboard
Thank you smile.gif
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Hi Guys, although these are no major problem and not every Forte face it I still do highlight these during official meeting. I believe the SC will be doing the same. Everyone can help too by calling customer service even if you had raised the complaint with the SC . Here is the number of Naza Kia Customer Service:03-26177666.

Naza Kia Customer Service:03-26177666

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im using 1.6 ex and i think the FC is not bad for long distance cruising and city cruising. My idea to reduce FC on my car soon:-

1. To change 16" lightweight rims
2. To replace spare tyre with small used spare tyre (common yellow collor that been used in most car) 16" .
3. Iridum Spark Plug (for better torque n response)
4. Drop in air filter (for better torque n response)
5. Might dismantle the oem bodykit (lighter).
6. Voltage Stabilizer (increase engine efficiency a.k.a reduce fc) - But im afraid the car will have a warranty issues)
6. Lighter Bucket seat (optional).

To reduce about 15-20kg i think might affect the FC slighty as well as give your forte a better performance smile.gif. And yes, its all depends on your right foot!. Just my 2cents. Any idea to add on?.
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QUOTE(nazarethnuss @ Aug 12 2012, 12:04 AM)
im using 1.6 ex and i think the FC is not bad for long distance cruising and city cruising. My idea to reduce FC on my car soon:-

1. To change 16" lightweight rims
2. To replace spare tyre with small used spare tyre (common yellow collor that been used in most car) 16" .
3. Iridum Spark Plug (for better torque n response)
4. Drop in air filter (for better torque n response)
5. Might dismantle the oem bodykit (lighter).
6. Voltage Stabilizer (increase engine efficiency a.k.a reduce fc) - But im afraid the car will have a warranty issues)
6. Lighter Bucket seat (optional).

To reduce about 15-20kg i think might affect the FC slighty as well as give your forte a better performance smile.gif. And yes, its all depends on your right foot!. Just my 2cents. Any idea to add on?.
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Great Great ....

Does the engine oil help too? I heard must use 5W-30 Petronas? Or Hyundai Engine Oil?

What about change to more power car battery?

These 2 will void warranty? I heard drop in air filter will make your engine dirty (bad filtration)
3. Iridum Spark Plug (for better torque n response)
4. Drop in air filter (for better torque n response)


How long you have used your car? Mind to share your fuel consumption?

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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 11 2012, 10:49 PM)
I'm regular user for BHP on 2.0 6 Speed..
to me by far BHP with my car FC is 5-10% better than Shell and Petronas.. low to mid rpm range acceleration with BHP seems like much more refined and quieter than Petronas.. other than that Petronas gives perky /
peppy acceleration.. while BHP gives seamless torque in strong and smooth characteristic..

I always boycott for Shell RON95 for its super bad FC and torqueless power.. the revs doesn't come along with power and acceleration.. ended up 330+km for RM90..

Have you tested the 6 speed one ? any car which has more than 5AT conventional autobox I'll always feel its more "engaging" to drive.. i think the 6 speed in Forte makes the engine more eager to build up speed compare with the 1.6 4AT I've tested back in 2009..
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Hey thanks for the lengthy reply! Yes Shell has been giving crappy FC...i was thinking omg!! what's wrong with my car...290km-300km then dead and engine is coarse when revved...and yes Petronas indeed does exhibit the characteristics you mentioned above..but as petronas is not that readily available around penang island i usually only have shell/caltax/esso to choose from near my area...

i never driven the 6 speed before but honestly 4 speeds are easier to handle should you be driving hard... coz you only need to worry about the 2nd and 3rd gear...i don't know about the 6 speeders but the breakdown for the 4 speeds dragging ability for the 2.0 are somewhere

1st - 55- 60km/h
2nd - 115-120km/h
3rd - 170 - ???? (never did more than that)
4th could be anywhere...hahah

i can't quite remember coz usually when ur dragging you wont' have time to look at the meter so these are just estimates...

on the point where you mentioned it to be more 'engaging', i would think the more gears, the RPM drops every gear and needs to pick up from there again, plus point, smooth transition as the gears will be closely spaced in ratio, but doesn't that drop out of the powerband (eg : 3000rpm onwards the peak of the torque and etc.) its just my opinion, and i would cross reference that with a CVT gbox ( RPM climbs , sticks at the particular range *within the powerband* as speed increases... that kind of thingy... but yes i do understand both gboxs are different...so cannot compare apple to apple tongue.gif


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QUOTE(bennedict82 @ Aug 11 2012, 10:13 PM)
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no problem, but i heard a friend saying the 2.0's FC is equal to that of an accord, not a civic... but how accurate, wa tak tahu..coz never driven a 2.0 civic or owned one before..

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QUOTE(keagan @ Aug 12 2012, 12:21 AM)
no problem, but i heard a friend saying the 2.0's FC is equal to that of an accord, not a civic... but how accurate, wa tak tahu..coz never driven a 2.0 civic or owned one before..
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Your friend is right. Check both stats from below URL (Accord and Forte)
http://www.fuelly.com/car/honda/accord
http://www.fuelly.com/car/kia/forte

That's why we have to get the best idea how to save fuel for our Forte. Otherwise, people will thinking Forte is another Spectra ... smile.gif

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Great Great ....

Does the engine oil help too? I heard must use 5W-30 Petronas? Or Hyundai Engine Oil?

What about change to more power car battery?

These 2 will void warranty? I heard drop in air filter will make your engine dirty (bad filtration)
3. Iridum Spark Plug (for better torque n response)
4. Drop in air filter (for better torque n response)
How long you have used your car? Mind to share your fuel consumption?
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I just got my forte about a month and still monitoring the fc. Yes, we have to use petronas engine oil but there are n option to use fully or semi (kia sc kinrara). In terms of slight performance(not too much diff with semi lol as its still lubricating and protecting ur engine), but i would say yes to fully syn, as well it takes longer to breakdown.

Battery i dont think it do much on your car as u have to change it every 18-48 months. But free maintenance batt is affordable.

As i use in my previous car, drop in not really make ur engine dirty compare to open pod (depends on the brand u use). Its quiet and also gives more power on low rev. And yes drop in recommended for auto and minor mod biggrin.gif

Im really not sure about the warranty, i just heard if we mod on wiring thingy like install piggyback management etc. But SC said depends, and afraid that mod gonna be an excuses for them to void the warranty.

If anyone had change into iridium, pls share. tq


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Ist the current 1.6 Forte/Elantra gamma engines? If yes then u should be proud of your forte smile.gif

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Just notice our car hv really bad sound proofing,can speech normally wif my gf when she r outside t car.all door and window r closing.
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QUOTE(ohmysusu @ Aug 12 2012, 08:49 AM)
Just notice our car hv really bad sound proofing,can speech normally wif my gf when she r outside t car.all door and window r closing.
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guys, juz wan to know for 2.0SX 6-speeder, what is the max rpm for each shift??? smile.gif

during manual mode by using paddle shift, i dunno when is the perfect shift for me to shift up or shift down during up hill or down hill... sad.gif

everytime change shift, the car chok for a sec... worry will damage the car... sad.gif
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QUOTE(reapertiew @ Aug 12 2012, 09:09 AM)
guys, juz wan to know for 2.0SX 6-speeder, what is the max rpm for each shift??? smile.gif

during manual mode by using paddle shift, i dunno when is the perfect shift for me to shift up or shift down during up hill or down hill... sad.gif

everytime change shift, the car chok for a sec... worry will damage the car... sad.gif
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not so sure about RPM but my guess is it chok cos of you downshift? upshifting shouldnt cause that kind of problem if not mistaken...
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To those who want to mod their HU to use the WolfNCU skins, please download the installing instructions from the link below

https://www.box.com/s/6d5946bdc2a22faf1ad0

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Happy installing !!!!

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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 11 2012, 10:21 PM)
Dam, I just heard helicopter sound earlier from the engine or stg when i coming back from work. Hopefully its gone by tomorrow and forever. ZZZ!
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I am having this issue as well. I think is the aircond sound, try turn off aircond & see if you get that again.
I have turned off my aircond when i heard this sound, it is gone but it come back when aircond is turn on. Complaint to SC they said it is normal. sweat.gif
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QUOTE(smartly @ Aug 12 2012, 10:35 AM)
I am having this issue as well. I think is the aircond sound, try turn off aircond  & see if you get that again.
I have turned off my aircond when i heard this sound, it is gone but it come back when aircond is turn on. Complaint to SC they said it is normal.  sweat.gif
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Today my drive to work got no sound. Everything seems okay. Later drive back see how. Impossible is normal la, it sounds like helicopter. I drove so many car before never heard of this problem before. Sure compressor faulty or stg.
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QUOTE(CyberKewl @ Aug 12 2012, 09:27 AM)
not so sure about RPM but my guess is it chok cos of you downshift? upshifting shouldnt cause that kind of problem if not mistaken...
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ya, upshift is ok, down shift will chok, may be because of not in perfect shifting... hmm.gif

wonder for each gear what is the perfect RPM for it... hmm.gif
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QUOTE(ohmysusu @ Aug 12 2012, 08:49 AM)
Just notice our car hv really bad sound proofing,can speech normally wif my gf when she r outside t car.all door and window r closing.
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QUOTE(reapertiew @ Aug 12 2012, 11:14 AM)
ya, upshift is ok, down shift will chok, may be because of not in perfect shifting...  hmm.gif

wonder for each gear what is the perfect RPM for it...  hmm.gif
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Downshift sure jerk la, its normal. Unless you drive nissan 370z then different story biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 12 2012, 10:17 AM)
Dear All,

To those who want to mod their HU to use the WolfNCU skins, please download the installing instructions from the link below

https://www.box.com/s/6d5946bdc2a22faf1ad0

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Happy installing !!!!
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I see you also run it using USB. I can make it run last time using usb but not using sdcard. Would like to spare my usb for phone.

The mp3 player also cant do shuffle/random right?

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Does anybody know where to download papago gps map on the internet? Do i need to use a crack file since the HU use speednavi?

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QUOTE(Proclaimer @ Aug 12 2012, 12:26 PM)
Downshift sure jerk la, its normal. Unless you drive nissan 370z then different story biggrin.gif
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hmm.gif so that's normal... anyone try straight down shift 2 times??? let said from 4 to 2...
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hmm.gif  so that's normal... anyone try straight down shift 2 times??? let said from 4 to 2...
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Downshift up shift.. Its lag almost 1 second...
Can it be retune?

Never try downshif 2 times while speeding, only when the car slowdown..
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QUOTE(reapertiew @ Aug 12 2012, 02:56 PM)
hmm.gif  so that's normal... anyone try straight down shift 2 times??? let said from 4 to 2...
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Of course you can do that, but dont expect miliseconds gear change like in a ferrari lah biggrin.gif
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guys.. i just went for a forte 1.6 test drive.. really nice driving experience..
interior and exterior finishing were one class above preve.. driving was smooth and nvh was good too..

the sa offer me 2k discount, tinted 3M film with 75% heat reject, papago gps, full bodykit, 1 set emblem for EX model.. is the deal good?

is the EX model comes with tinted film? planning to get one EX forte in the coming CNY..hehe

but the boss told me EX model might be discontinued soon as the Kia Rio with price range around 70k is coming.. anyone heard of this?

thanks..
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QUOTE(rushmode @ Aug 12 2012, 01:15 PM)
I see you also run it using USB. I can make it run last time using usb but not using sdcard. Would like to spare my usb for phone.

The mp3 player also cant do shuffle/random right?
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If such a case then u need to modify the wolfncu.ini file..because i already map everything to run with pendrive..its easy, just change the skin path to run from storage card by modfying the wolfncu.ini file..then dump everything into your sd card..anyway u need a pc to do this..


Added on August 12, 2012, 3:49 pmto those who want to run this software from the Storage Card, please re-download this file from the link below and extract this file in your storage card (sd card) after that, follow the same steps from the tutorial.

https://www.box.com/files#/files/0/f/0/1/f_2834382815


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Guys..u know where can I replacen De original HU..I would prefer De touch screen..where can I find in KL? Budget about rm1000
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QUOTE(Proclaimer @ Aug 12 2012, 03:18 PM)
Of course you can do that, but dont expect miliseconds gear change like in a ferrari lah biggrin.gif
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Lol... Ya lah, i've been watching top gear too much.. But i thing the lag should reduce into half.
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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 12 2012, 04:32 PM)
Lol... Ya lah, i've been watching top gear too much.. But i thing the lag should reduce into half.
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You shouldnt relate top gear to reality, top gear is just for laughs. Its a normal automatic, torque converter clutch. How can you expect it to change like a wet dual clutch gearbox? tongue.gif
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QUOTE(reapertiew @ Aug 12 2012, 02:56 PM)
hmm.gif  so that's normal... anyone try straight down shift 2 times??? let said from 4 to 2...
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I always downshift 2 times. 1 time downshift can't get enough power to overtake car fast icon_question.gif Definitely will have some delay smile.gif
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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 12 2012, 02:23 PM)
Does anybody know where to download papago gps map on the internet? Do i need to use a crack file since the HU use speednavi?

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no need to crack or anything. its OEM.. copy in sdcard/usb then run. see page 1

QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 12 2012, 03:36 PM)
If such a case then u need to modify the wolfncu.ini file..because i already map everything to run with pendrive..its easy, just change the skin path to run from storage card by modfying the wolfncu.ini file..then dump everything into your sd card..anyway u need a pc to do this..


Added on August 12, 2012, 3:49 pmto those who want to run this software from the Storage Card, please re-download this file from the link below and extract this file in your storage card (sd card) after that, follow the same steps from the tutorial.

https://www.box.com/files#/files/0/f/0/1/f_2834382815
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link not public bro..
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 12 2012, 10:17 AM)
Dear All,

To those who want to mod their HU to use the WolfNCU skins, please download the installing instructions from the link below

https://www.box.com/s/6d5946bdc2a22faf1ad0

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Happy installing !!!!
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Tq eugenechoong,

It work.. But havent explore everything yet.
Just wonder, if i wanna play a radio, which button to press?
Anyhow, thumbs up for you.
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Hi, is any 2.0 owner facing minor vibration during idling?
I mean after warm up n shifted at N.
Sometime it was really annoying me n affecting the comfort level, I suspected mouting problem but the SC said it was normal n common on all 2.0 car.
Thus wana double check here in order to go back n argue with the SC.
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QUOTE(ferrari38 @ Aug 12 2012, 06:39 PM)
Hi, is any 2.0 owner facing minor vibration during idling?
I mean after warm up n shifted at N.
Sometime it was really annoying me n affecting the comfort level, I suspected mouting problem but the SC said it was normal n common on all 2.0 car.
Thus wana double check here in order to go back n argue with the SC.
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mine is quiet and vibration-free when idling even when cold start-up..
some vibration while holding steering wheel can be felt when tapping on the accelerator lightly at 1st gear (1,150rpm) from standstill.. elsewhere no vibration.. this doesn't bothers me because the fact is I am not driving a Lexus tongue.gif

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QUOTE(rushmode @ Aug 12 2012, 06:04 PM)
no need to crack or anything. its OEM.. copy in sdcard/usb then run. see page 1


TQ... But u didnt mention where to download the file on internet.. unsure.gif unsure.gif
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no need to crack or anything. its OEM.. copy in sdcard/usb then run. see page 1
link not public bro..
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 12 2012, 03:36 PM)
If such a case then u need to modify the wolfncu.ini file..because i already map everything to run with pendrive..its easy, just change the skin path to run from storage card by modfying the wolfncu.ini file..then dump everything into your sd card..anyway u need a pc to do this..


Added on August 12, 2012, 3:49 pmto those who want to run this software from the Storage Card, please re-download this file from the link below and extract this file in your storage card (sd card) after that, follow the same steps from the tutorial.

https://www.box.com/files#/files/0/f/0/1/f_2834382815
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The steps looks simple just wonder is the skin permanent or if I don't wan the skin I just unplug the USB then it's back to the original skin or every time when I start my car I need to tap on the skin shortcut that I created previously?
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doe anyone know how to register online account in speednavi so I can download map and etc? I create an account and trying to authenticate my speednavi, but it said '601 S/W serial number is already registered'. My hardware did able to run speednavi as the SC had helped me activated it before I got my car.
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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 12 2012, 08:19 PM)
The steps looks simple just wonder is the skin permanent or if I don't wan the skin I just unplug the USB then it's back to the original skin or every time when I start my car I need to tap on the skin shortcut that I created previously?
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No.. It just a shell on top of our current interface. As long u didnt set autorun then it should be ok to unplug if dont to use it.

QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 12 2012, 08:41 PM)
doe anyone know how to register online account in speednavi so I can download map and etc? I create an account and trying to authenticate my speednavi, but it said '601 S/W serial number is already registered'. My hardware did able to run speednavi as the SC had helped me activated it before I got my car.
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Hi,

When fuel meter/indicator drop to 'E', how many litres still left? How far still I can go?

The fuel alarm light only will be on when drop to E?
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Hi,

When fuel meter/indicator drop to 'E', how many litres still left? How far still I can go?

The fuel alarm light only will be on when drop to E?
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one question.. do you own a Forte now actually ?
it has info of KM to empty tank (Distance to Empty) on the dash.

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one question.. do you own a Forte now actually ?
it has info of KM to empty tank (Distance to Empty) on the dash.
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is the info accurate o not?
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don't know.. I am only use engine temperature info..
and I will refuel when the fuel gauge needle ticks at 1/4 tank..

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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 12 2012, 11:05 PM)
one question.. do you own a Forte now actually ?
it has info of KM to empty tank (Distance to Empty) on the dash.
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I dont trust DTE. That's why I am asking this question.
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I dont trust DTE. That's why I am asking this question.
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maybe you should give it a trust.. ? for once ? hehehehe rolleyes.gif

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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 12 2012, 06:27 PM)
Tq eugenechoong,

It work.. But havent explore everything yet.
Just wonder, if i wanna play a radio, which button to press?
Anyhow, thumbs up for you.
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Bro, there is no radio function in the skin..only mp3..if u want to play radio while using the skin, u will need to exit the skin then turn to radio mode n then launch back the skin...


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QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 12 2012, 08:41 PM)
doe anyone know how to register online account in speednavi so I can download map and etc? I create an account and trying to authenticate my speednavi, but it said '601 S/W serial number is already registered'. My hardware did able to run speednavi as the SC had helped me activated it before I got my car.
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How bro? Have u go to jalan 225 there to complain abt ur gps?


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QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 12 2012, 08:41 PM)
doe anyone know how to register online account in speednavi so I can download map and etc? I create an account and trying to authenticate my speednavi, but it said '601 S/W serial number is already registered'. My hardware did able to run speednavi as the SC had helped me activated it before I got my car.
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How bro? Have u go to jalan 225 there to complain abt ur gps?

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Anyone installed Pioneer DVD player? Is it support the steering button?
Which model did u installed smile.gif
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I have the 4450 thou.. U need the steering control module for it to work.
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Added on August 13, 2012, 1:22 amHi Guys, I'm gonna buy Forte 1.6SX. I was wonder how to update with latest Map for GPS build-in? Need your expertise on this. Many thanks.

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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 12 2012, 11:05 PM)
one question.. do you own a Forte now actually ?
it has info of KM to empty tank (Distance to Empty) on the dash.
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The DTE when reach E it wont show anymore. I have tested when start blinking i still can drive from Kuchai Lama back to Pandan Indah. Should be around 15km with no traffic jam. IMO 20KM should be fine. test at ur own risk... tongue.gif
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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 01:38 AM)
The DTE when reach E it wont show anymore. I have tested when start blinking i still can drive from Kuchai Lama back to Pandan Indah. Should be around 15km with no traffic jam. IMO 20KM should be fine. test at ur own risk... tongue.gif
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Thanks for sharing tongue.gif you're staying in Pandan Indah ?
I am the kiasi type anywhere near 1/4 petrol left.. i will quickly look for petrol jor.. sweat.gif

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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 01:38 AM)
The DTE when reach E it wont show anymore. I have tested when start blinking i still can drive from Kuchai Lama back to Pandan Indah. Should be around 15km with no traffic jam. IMO 20KM should be fine. test at ur own risk... tongue.gif
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Just thought of sharing.. got this from the Kia Forte manual downloaded from the net (should be rather similar to ours)

"Distance to empty (if equipped)
This mode indicates the estimated dis-tance to empty based on the current fuel
in the fuel tank and the amount of fuel delivered to the engine. When the
remaining distance is below 50 km (30 miles), “---” will be displayed and the dis-
tance to empty indicator will blink.
The meter’s working range is from 50 to 999 km (30 to 990 miles)"

So.. when the empty indicator starts to blink.. we have roughly less than 50KM range to search for a fuel pump..
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QUOTE(ferrari38 @ Aug 12 2012, 06:39 PM)
Hi, is any 2.0 owner facing minor vibration during idling?
I mean after warm up n shifted at N.
Sometime it was really annoying me n affecting the comfort level, I suspected mouting problem but the SC said it was normal n common on all 2.0 car.
Thus wana double check here in order to go back n argue with the SC.
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Mine ok...


Added on August 13, 2012, 6:22 am
QUOTE(nicgoh @ Aug 12 2012, 03:29 PM)
guys.. i just went for a forte 1.6 test drive.. really nice driving experience..
interior and exterior finishing were one class above preve.. driving was smooth and nvh was good too..

the sa offer me 2k discount, tinted 3M film with 75% heat reject, papago gps, full bodykit, 1 set emblem for EX model.. is the deal good?

is the EX model comes with tinted film? planning to get one EX forte in the coming CNY..hehe

but the boss told me EX model might be discontinued soon as the Kia Rio with price range around 70k is coming.. anyone heard of this?

thanks..
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I don ting forte can lose to a preve..u wil nvr regret owning a forte..btw 2.0 owner here..tq


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I think preve can be compared, its in the same segment.
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 13 2012, 02:08 AM)
Thanks for sharing  tongue.gif  you're staying in Pandan Indah ?
I am the kiasi type anywhere near 1/4 petrol left.. i will quickly look for petrol jor..  sweat.gif
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Nola sending a fren home. It's my first full tank so wanna know how far it can go so am drive to the max .... tongue.gif 380KM only kinda sad maybe i go Genting kua. But heard after first service and 10k the FC will getting better.?. rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 13 2012, 12:44 AM)
I have the 4450 thou.. U need the steering control module for it to work.
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can u use the "up" and "down" button on your steering to change the preset radio channel? mine can only be use to scan the frequency. if i want to change the preset channel, still need to use the button on the HU itself.
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I think preve can be compared, its in the same segment.
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Ya I think so. But no matter what preve is a Proton had bad experience with this brand so even if it's 10k cheaper I will not consider. First time on Korean car hope it won't end up like this too. BTW don't u guys realize what makes PROTON think that their car price can be on par with vios, city, and our precious forte? If u look at highest spec of inspira it even on top of it. And don't forget those car is expensive due to import tax. Take out tax those car is a lot cheaper PROTON. Or they think their brand is on top of Honda & Toyota?

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QUOTE(ferrari38 @ Aug 12 2012, 06:39 PM)
Hi, is any 2.0 owner facing minor vibration during idling?
I mean after warm up n shifted at N.
Sometime it was really annoying me n affecting the comfort level, I suspected mouting problem but the SC said it was normal n common on all 2.0 car.
Thus wana double check here in order to go back n argue with the SC.
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I hv same problem with u since 1 month ago, when my car at idle, my driver car seat will feel the vibrating.

Firstly, i oso check the mouthing but seem look OK, and then i focus on the pulley, look like one of the pulley running not so good, maybe u can focus on it.

Last Saturday, i bring my car to sc , but unfortunately cannot be done due to SC was full house. I will go again after hari raya.


Selamat hari raya to all muslim brother/sister here smile.gif


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Bro, there is no radio function in the skin..only mp3..if u want to play radio while using the skin, u will need to exit the skin then turn to radio mode n then launch back the skin...


Added on August 13, 2012, 12:10 am

How bro? Have u go to jalan 225 there to complain abt ur gps?


Added on August 13, 2012, 12:10 am

How bro? Have u go to jalan 225 there to complain abt ur gps?
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not able to make it last weekend, thinking to visit this Saturday. Will let you know the status once I fixed my GPS.
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QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 13 2012, 10:20 AM)
not able to make it last weekend, thinking to visit this Saturday. Will let you know the status once I fixed my GPS.
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QUOTE(effilizham @ Aug 13 2012, 08:08 AM)
can u use the "up" and "down" button on your steering to change the preset radio channel? mine can only be use to scan the frequency. if i want to change the preset channel, still need to use the button on the HU itself.
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Everything will be on the HU itself... cant set on steering.. if you really want steering control, suggest u get the module installed also.
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QUOTE(bem69 @ Aug 13 2012, 08:01 AM)
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my lovely forte kena hit by neighbor on last Saturday, causing dents at fender and front passenger door around 3-4 50cents coin size; luckily no paint drop.

What will be the costs to repair the dent?


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QUOTE(Intel@Atom @ Aug 13 2012, 11:29 AM)
my lovely forte kena hit by neighbor on last Saturday, causing dents at fender and front passenger door around 3-4 50cents coin size; luckily no paint drop.

What will be the costs to repair the dent?
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Not important... as ur neighbour has to pay you in full blush.gif
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QUOTE(zlyc @ Aug 13 2012, 11:38 AM)
Not important... as ur neighbour has to pay you in full  blush.gif
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ya but have to know the rough figure so i will not be conned or my neighbour.
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Go repair your car first (u have to pay first) & give payment receipt to your neighbour to claim back the total repairing cost. This is what i did last time when my neighbour hit my Wira. But both parties have to agree first for this kind of settlement
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ya but have to know the rough figure so i will not be conned or my neighbour.
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If no repaint required, just re-knocking back and if you able to find those malay workshop... RM200 max should be more than enough.

Experienced with malay workman cost is so much cheaper but sometimes need to wait abit longer to fix the thing.
Last time repaint the whole iswara spoiler due to paint detoration and putting back bumper in front due to minor accident cost me RM100.
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Hi, just want to ask, anyone change their 6 cd hu to new gps hu? Where can I get the new original gps hu & how much It Is?
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Hi, did u all facing a problem when reverse ur Forte there got a sound "Kroos" like clutch sound (manual car) that problem?
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QUOTE(pianrasa @ Aug 13 2012, 05:49 AM)
Just thought of sharing.. got this from the Kia Forte manual downloaded from the net (should be rather similar to ours)

"Distance to empty (if equipped)
This mode indicates the estimated dis-tance to empty based on the current fuel
in the fuel tank and the amount of fuel delivered to the engine. When the
remaining distance is below 50 km (30 miles), “---” will be displayed and the dis-
tance to empty indicator will blink.
The meter’s working range is from 50 to 999 km (30 to 990 miles)"

So.. when the empty indicator starts to blink.. we have roughly less than 50KM range to search for a fuel pump..
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Nice info.
Tried once when "---" is displayed. Drive for another 40km++ distance with no jam and refill around 48.XX litres. So i assume when "---" starts to blink, you would have about 7 litres petrol left in your car. This is also same to my myvi where 7 litres left when empty indicator is show.

so be on the safe side, dont drive beyond 50km although a little more KM can be achieved.

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QUOTE(zlyc @ Aug 13 2012, 12:29 PM)
Nice info.
Tried once when "---" is displayed. Drive for another 40km++ distance with no jam and refill around 48.XX litres. So i assume when "---" starts to blink, you would have about 7 litres petrol left in your car. This is also same to my myvi where 7 litres left when empty indicator is show.

so be on the safe side, dont drive beyond 50km although a little more KM can be achieved.
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Thanks for your good analysis and detail. Really appreciate that thumbup.gif


Added on August 13, 2012, 12:47 pm
QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 08:12 AM)
Ya I think so. But no matter what preve is a Proton had bad experience with this brand so even if it's 10k cheaper I will not consider. First time on Korean car hope it won't end up like this too. BTW don't u guys realize what makes PROTON think that their car price can be on par with vios, city, and our precious forte? If u look at highest spec of inspira it even on top of it.  And don't forget those car is expensive due to import tax. Take out tax those car is a lot cheaper PROTON. Or they think their brand is on top of Honda & Toyota?
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Right! And if you want to know the actual price of Preve, keep watching when they export this car to other countries (normally cheaper). You will know how much expensive they sell to Malaysian.

Pity myself and Malaysian sad.gif


Added on August 13, 2012, 12:49 pm
QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 13 2012, 02:08 AM)
Thanks for sharing  tongue.gif  you're staying in Pandan Indah ?
I am the kiasi type anywhere near 1/4 petrol left.. i will quickly look for petrol jor..  sweat.gif
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Because you kiasi ... that make your survive more even better than others. You will never die. tongue.gif

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QUOTE(carpark7 @ Aug 13 2012, 12:03 PM)
Hi, just want to ask, anyone change their 6 cd hu to new gps hu? Where can I get the new original gps hu & how much It Is?
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i change my ori 6cd to oem hu..brought from kenny Rm1450...so far satisfy with it..u can ask soulreaver as he change to pioneer which i think better than the oem....but u need to buy additional sterling control..
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Does anybody here know what 'Naza Auto Solution' can help about our Forte?
Can they solve the air-cond problem and pull left issue?
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QUOTE(zlyc @ Aug 13 2012, 12:29 PM)
Nice info.
Tried once when "---" is displayed. Drive for another 40km++ distance with no jam and refill around 48.XX litres. So i assume when "---" starts to blink, you would have about 7 litres petrol left in your car. This is also same to my myvi where 7 litres left when empty indicator is show.

so be on the safe side, dont drive beyond 50km although a little more KM can be achieved.
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a frend call me on sunday morning ask for help to buy him petrol...suggest to planning your journey wisely...
always check petrol station location regularly...u guys got gps hu ma.... tongue.gif

QUOTE(zouk88 @ Aug 13 2012, 01:02 PM)
i change my ori 6cd to oem hu..brought from kenny Rm1450...so far satisfy with it..u can ask soulreaver as he change to pioneer which i think better than the oem....but u need to buy additional sterling control..
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i think kenny one is aftermarket HU..not same with what they install in new forte..right hmm.gif

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QUOTE(craxors @ Aug 13 2012, 01:29 PM)
a frend call me on sunday morning ask for help to buy him petrol...suggest to planning your journey wisely...
always check petrol station location regularly...u guys got gps hu ma.... tongue.gif
true, Intentionally to find out how far it can go thus can plan much more better ahead, especially I am the lazy type and always fill in the most if possible except long journey. smile.gif

My reasoning doing so :-

1. Late night not a good choice to pump petrol, skip to next morning if possible. Logically lesser chance expose to criminal (too sad, this is where we stay. I am very cautious and alert on personal safety)

2. Sometimes it is reluctant to go for certain brand petrol station if choices are there.Skip it since you know you can make it for the next stop.

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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 08:05 AM)
Nola sending a fren home. It's my first full tank so wanna know how far it can go so am drive to the max .... tongue.gif 380KM only kinda sad maybe i go Genting kua. But heard after first service and 10k the FC will getting better.?. rclxms.gif
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I baru service for 10km today.. will observe the FC from now onwards and let u know the outcome soon rolleyes.gif


Added on August 13, 2012, 3:02 pm
QUOTE(zlyc @ Aug 13 2012, 12:29 PM)
Nice info.
Tried once when "---" is displayed. Drive for another 40km++ distance with no jam and refill around 48.XX litres. So i assume when "---" starts to blink, you would have about 7 litres petrol left in your car. This is also same to my myvi where 7 litres left when empty indicator is show.

so be on the safe side, dont drive beyond 50km although a little more KM can be achieved.
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Terror lah you ppl.. low fuel warning lights on i will terus panic giler liao..


Added on August 13, 2012, 3:04 pm
QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 13 2012, 01:28 PM)
Does anybody here know what 'Naza Auto Solution' can help about our Forte?
Can they solve the air-cond problem and pull left issue?
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today i did wheel alignment and balancing FOC at SC on 2nd car service 10k km..
they only could do it on weekdays.. so today is the only chance i can go and rectify that stupiak
minor pull left..


Added on August 13, 2012, 3:07 pm
QUOTE(zlyc @ Aug 13 2012, 02:18 PM)
true, Intentionally to find out how far it can go thus can plan much more better ahead, especially I am the lazy type and always fill in the most if possible except long journey. smile.gif

My reasoning doing so :-

1. Late night not a good choice to pump petrol, skip to next morning if possible. Logically lesser chance expose to criminal (too sad, this is where we stay. I am very cautious and alert on personal safety)

2. Sometimes it is reluctant to go for certain brand petrol station if choices are there.Skip it since you know you can make it for the next stop.

sweat.gif
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I am second to all above.. I am a loyal fan of BHP sweat.gif sweat.gif sweat.gif


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QUOTE(zouk88 @ Aug 13 2012, 01:02 PM)
i change my ori 6cd to oem hu..brought from kenny Rm1450...so far satisfy with it..u can ask soulreaver as he change to pioneer which i think better than the oem....but u need to buy additional sterling control..
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I check on pionner website, It don't have gps function, correct me if I'm wrong. How to contact kenny?
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QUOTE(zouk88 @ Aug 13 2012, 01:02 PM)
i change my ori 6cd to oem hu..brought from kenny Rm1450...so far satisfy with it..u can ask soulreaver as he change to pioneer which i think better than the oem....but u need to buy additional sterling control..
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My Vios Dugong last time used Pioneer HU AVH-P4100DVD together with seperate
remote signal device which operates from original steering control..
it has 2 major drawbacks.. the respond is very slow to transmit signal and gets frustrated when
you wanna lower down the volume quickly by steering volume button..

the 2nd one is.. it pair and saves memory for each button from your HU remote to the infrared transmitter device..
hence the steering wheel "up and down" button could only change mp3 folders and radio station preset channel.. or change mp3 files/tracks and manual tune radio frequency..

this is because my previous HU from remote control the up and down button is for changing mp3 folder and radio preset station.. left and right button is changing song track and manual tune radio station..

so I've decided to choose changing mp3 folder and radio preset station when I press up and down on steering wheel button.. hmm..

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I check on pionner  website, It don't have gps function, correct me if I'm  wrong. How to contact kenny?
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Go mfc or nf fb...or 0164564698


Added on August 13, 2012, 4:20 pm
QUOTE(craxors @ Aug 13 2012, 01:29 PM)
a frend call me on sunday morning ask for help to buy him petrol...suggest to planning your journey wisely...
always check petrol station location regularly...u guys got gps hu ma.... tongue.gif
i think kenny one is aftermarket HU..not same with what they install in new forte..right hmm.gif
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Yup not same but some1 told me both oso frm china..to me which using d oem hu now..i feel ok..no lag or hang or anyting..so far so good..touch wood..lol

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Added on August 13, 2012, 12:47 pm
Right! And if you want to know the actual price of Preve, keep watching when they export this car to other countries (normally cheaper). You will know how much expensive they sell to Malaysian.

Pity myself and Malaysian sad.gif
Pity me too I'm on the boat with u but luckily we choose forte... tongue.gif


Added on August 13, 2012, 7:07 pm
QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 13 2012, 03:00 PM)
I baru service for 10km today.. will observe the FC from now onwards and let u know the outcome soon rolleyes.gif


Added on August 13, 2012, 3:02 pmTerror lah you ppl.. low fuel warning lights on i will terus panic giler liao..


Added on August 13, 2012, 3:04 pmtoday i did wheel alignment and balancing FOC at SC on 2nd car service 10k km..
they only could do it on weekdays.. so today is the only chance i can go and rectify that stupiak
minor pull left..


Added on August 13, 2012, 3:07 pmI am second to all above.. I am a loyal fan of BHP  sweat.gif  sweat.gif  sweat.gif
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Really need ur feedback on after 10k service. My car FC now seems like better on 2nd tank. The first can reach 380km only now this tank seems like can reach 450km.

Last time I'm using BHp also not bad. But problem is the station is quite limited ESP ppl like me doing sales and lazy pump petrol.everytime also picit till almost wanna spill out. But now I'm using esso. Not bad or a bit better compare to BHp and station also a lot. Choose what station also I definitely won't choose SHELL. Completely banned it...

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QUOTE(22222222 @ Aug 13 2012, 09:51 AM)
I hv same problem with u since 1 month ago, when my car at idle, my driver car seat will feel the vibrating.

Firstly, i oso check the mouthing but seem look OK, and then i focus on the pulley, look like one of the pulley running not so good, maybe u can focus on it.

Last Saturday, i bring my car to sc , but unfortunately cannot be done due to SC was full house. I will go again after hari raya.
Selamat hari raya to all muslim brother/sister here  smile.gif
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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 07:00 PM)
Really need ur feedback on after 10k service. My car FC now seems like better on 2nd tank. The first can reach 380km only now this tank seems like can reach 450km.

Last time I'm using BHp also not bad. But problem is the station is quite limited ESP ppl like me doing sales and lazy pump petrol.everytime also picit till almost wanna spill out. But now I'm using esso. Not bad or a bit better compare to BHp and station also a lot. Choose what station also I definitely won't choose SHELL. Completely banned it...
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I pumped Esso for once when I was using my bro's car (Ford Focus 2.0 Duratec) because it was the nearest station available and alarmingly low fuel.. (Range to Empty only 7km). A day after terus kena sound by him coz evident feel of torqueless 3k rpm power.. same goes to my Vios last time.. maybe Esso mileage is abit better compare to BHP..

and one more "problem" with my Forte.. the new car smell fades off 98% at only 800km on odometer.. fastest which I wouldn't expect in every new car I've driven.. haihhhh..

This post has been edited by Ah_Bear: Aug 13 2012, 08:39 PM
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QUOTE(Intel@Atom @ Aug 13 2012, 11:29 AM)
my lovely forte kena hit by neighbor on last Saturday, causing dents at fender and front passenger door around 3-4 50cents coin size; luckily no paint drop.

What will be the costs to repair the dent?
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there is a places called chip away. The restore dent w/o need to repaint..can't recall where but you can google.
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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 07:00 PM)
Pity me too I'm on the boat with u but luckily we choose forte...  tongue.gif


Added on August 13, 2012, 7:07 pm

Really need ur feedback on after 10k service. My car FC now seems like better on 2nd tank. The first can reach 380km only now this tank seems like can reach 450km.

Last time I'm using BHp also not bad. But problem is the station is quite limited ESP ppl like me doing sales and lazy pump petrol.everytime also picit till almost wanna spill out. But now I'm using esso. Not bad or a bit better compare to BHp and station also a lot. Choose what station also I definitely won't choose SHELL. Completely banned it...
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Bro..y u ban Shell? Really that bad? BHP n esso better than shell?
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 13 2012, 08:38 PM)
I pumped Esso for once when I was using my bro's car (Ford Focus 2.0 Duratec) because it was the nearest station available and alarmingly low fuel.. (Range to Empty only 7km). A day after terus kena sound by him coz evident feel of torqueless 3k rpm power.. same goes to my Vios last time.. maybe Esso mileage is abit better compare to BHP..

and one more "problem" with my Forte.. the new car smell fades off 98% at only 800km on odometer.. fastest which I wouldn't expect in every new car I've driven.. haihhhh..
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To test which petrol is good u can't just pump once. At least u need 3-4 full tank only feel the difference... smile.gif anyway BHp is not bad also...


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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 13 2012, 09:32 PM)
Bro..y u ban Shell? Really that bad? BHP n esso better than shell?
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Last time Citibank offer me a shell card which gaves 5% rebet I cancel it after few weeks usage then bank call me why I cancel it, you don't like the rebet then I answer "ur rebet not enuff to cover my losses from shell petrol". Big difference on the mileage la. 50km lesser I think. Tried a few tank then end up I give up the bank and petrol.. tongue.gif

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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 09:44 PM)
To test which petrol is good u can't just pump once. At least u need 3-4 full tank only feel the difference... smile.gif anyway BHp is not bad also...


Added on August 13, 2012, 9:50 pm

Last time Citibank offer me a shell card which gaves 5% rebet I cancel it after few weeks usage then bank call me why I cancel it, you don't like the rebet then I answer "ur rebet not enuff to cover my losses from shell petrol". Big difference on the mileage la. 50km lesser I think. Tried a few tank then end up I give up the bank and petrol.. tongue.gif
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Wah..maybe shell petrol fast burn la..haha..
Then.i think i should give others a try...maybe esso...
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Yeah i heard esso is good. But petronas gave me good milage for first refuel. 8.1litre/100km. So might continue for few refuel and see how it goes. If it's good, I find no point changing to other petrol.
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 13 2012, 10:45 PM)
Yeah i heard esso is good. But petronas gave me good milage for first refuel. 8.1litre/100km. So might continue for few refuel and see how it goes. If it's good, I find no point changing to other petrol.
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I will try esso on my next refuel...see how it goes...
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 13 2012, 10:31 AM)
Everything will be on the HU itself... cant set on steering.. if you really want steering control, suggest u get the module installed also.
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yes, installed the steering module but only "mute" and "mode" functions on the steering work properly. i thought the "up" and "down" button (on the steering) can be use to change the preset radio channel or skip to next track while listening to MP3, but in my case it will only scan the radio frequency. are yours the same?
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oh crap. i just fuel up using ron97 and it cost rm2.70/l.. mad.gif

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QUOTE(effilizham @ Aug 13 2012, 11:00 PM)
yes, installed the steering module but only "mute" and "mode" functions on the steering work properly. i thought the "up" and "down" button (on the steering) can be use to change the preset radio channel or skip to next track while listening to MP3, but in my case it will only scan the radio frequency. are yours the same?
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 13 2012, 10:45 PM)
Yeah i heard esso is good. But petronas gave me good milage for first refuel. 8.1litre/100km. So might continue for few refuel and see how it goes. If it's good, I find no point changing to other petrol.
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Go for esso... u wont regret. Previously i only use Shell until shell launch new ' Fuel Save' formula
Then i never pump shell again... cause the new formula give me bad FC..
seriously 30KM-40KM different on my previous Wira

Now im using esso FC@ RM0.18/KM 90% city drive... rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(kcsaw @ Aug 13 2012, 11:27 PM)
Go for esso... u wont regret. Previously i only use Shell until shell launch new ' Fuel Save' formula
Then i never pump shell again... cause the new formula give me bad FC..
seriously 30KM-40KM different on my previous Wira

Now im using esso FC@ RM0.18/KM 90% city drive...  rclxms.gif
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Okay I might try it out. Have been very loyal to Petronas. Haha. Guys, where do you see ECO mode? I remember seeing someone saying ECO mode before but I have no idea where to see ECO mode in forte 1.6sx? Or is it only for 2.0?
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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 13 2012, 01:38 AM)
The DTE when reach E it wont show anymore. I have tested when start blinking i still can drive from Kuchai Lama back to Pandan Indah. Should be around 15km with no traffic jam. IMO 20KM should be fine. test at ur own risk... tongue.gif
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Come on , if really want to know ur actual balance of fuel inside the tank when the DTE blinking , immediate and quickly go to pump station refuel until full tank and see how much fuel u need to make it full then minus with forte spec full tank of 52 liters , then u should know roughly how much balance of fuel remaining in ur tank once DTE blinking .
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QUOTE(effilizham @ Aug 13 2012, 11:00 PM)
yes, installed the steering module but only "mute" and "mode" functions on the steering work properly. i thought the "up" and "down" button (on the steering) can be use to change the preset radio channel or skip to next track while listening to MP3, but in my case it will only scan the radio frequency. are yours the same?
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my original HU while pressing "up" and "down" on radio mode can change channel while pressing "up" and "down" in audio (mp3) mode can change song hmm.gif y difference?

QUOTE(kcsaw @ Aug 13 2012, 11:27 PM)
Go for esso... u wont regret. Previously i only use Shell until shell launch new ' Fuel Save' formula
Then i never pump shell again... cause the new formula give me bad FC..
seriously 30KM-40KM different on my previous Wira

Now im using esso FC@ RM0.18/KM 90% city drive...  rclxms.gif
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i am using Shell all the while.... will try Esso as suggested by all....
off topic: i am getting my Maybank 2 Card this week. Just approved. pump on weekend can get extra discounts icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 13 2012, 10:56 PM)
I will try esso on my next refuel...see how it goes...
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 13 2012, 08:38 PM)
I pumped Esso for once when I was using my bro's car (Ford Focus 2.0 Duratec) because it was the nearest station available and alarmingly low fuel.. (Range to Empty only 7km). A day after terus kena sound by him coz evident feel of torqueless 3k rpm power.. same goes to my Vios last time.. maybe Esso mileage is abit better compare to BHP..

and one more "problem" with my Forte.. the new car smell fades off 98% at only 800km on odometer.. fastest which I wouldn't expect in every new car I've driven.. haihhhh..
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Everyone like the new car smell, but those smell is the toxic fumes from the car interior in fact not good to your health, especially within the confined environment and under the hot sun. I tried to drive with open window for a week and do not let my child sit in my car while it still new. Good to heard your car smell fade so fast. thumbup.gif
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 13 2012, 11:30 PM)
Okay I might try it out. Have been very loyal to Petronas. Haha. Guys, where do you see ECO mode? I remember seeing someone saying ECO mode before but I have no idea where to see ECO mode in forte 1.6sx? Or is it only for 2.0?
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I hv seen this Eco mode in YouTube Kia forte hatchback which I think in us version, I dun think forte here hv it .
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[quote=zouk88,Aug 13 2012, 06:17 AM]
Mine ok...

Mine ok too smile.gif



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Get my car today, yeah!

TS, pls add me to owner list biggrin.gif

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QUOTE(ohde @ Aug 14 2012, 12:43 AM)
Get my car today, yeah!

TS, pls add me to owner list biggrin.gif

1.6sx / 6 speed / white
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 14 2012, 12:47 AM)
Congrats! Let you mods begin!  rclxms.gif
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thanks biggrin.gif

first thing to do is tinted. considering to take Huper Optik, heard that it's good. Any comment on tinted?

also thinking to do coating, penang island here got PPS, not sure what option available. suggestion?

last thing in mind (at least for now, hehe) is changing sport rims to lighter weight, either 16" or 17", i don't really like the bumpy feeling of 17" stock rim, maybe i have not get used to the feeling...



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QUOTE(tantw @ Aug 14 2012, 12:29 AM)
Everyone like the new car smell, but those smell is the toxic fumes from the car interior in fact not good to your health, especially within the confined environment and under the hot sun. I tried to drive with open window for a week and do not let my child sit in my car while it still new. Good to heard your car smell fade so fast.  thumbup.gif
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Yeah my gf don't like that smell too. Need to get rid of it soonest. Going for my first service this coming thu any idea which SC better for fixing the famous left pull issue? I heard CSL branch is good am I right? So far I only facing this left pull issue the rating noise don't have yet or maybe I'm not noise sensitive...
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 14 2012, 12:47 AM)
Congrats! Let you mods begin!  rclxms.gif
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Aiyo you ah keep poison people only tongue.gif Wey, sound proof ur car la! Then let me know whether still got the common rattling noise in forte or not. Hahaha ... rclxms.gif notworthy.gif
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just reached 1k also. so far no vibration, no pull left issue, all good.. hopefully it stays on like this
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 14 2012, 01:09 AM)
Aiyo you ah keep poison people only tongue.gif Wey, sound proof ur car la! Then let me know whether still got the common rattling noise in forte or not. Hahaha ...  rclxms.gif  notworthy.gif
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Surprisingly my ride no rattling sound at all.. =S I am VERY lucky i guess.. LOL.. I wanna soundproof my doors next.... so can improve on my audio... xD

Changed to BC Suspension and Speakers today.. LOL
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Philips T10 Ultinon LED 6000K is install on our small light that ppl call parking light? Izzit the on the same place beside high beam bulb?
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QUOTE(prescott83 @ Aug 14 2012, 07:01 AM)
Philips T10 Ultinon LED 6000K is install on our small light that ppl call parking light? Izzit the on the same place beside high beam bulb?
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QUOTE(ohde @ Aug 14 2012, 12:43 AM)
Get my car today, yeah!

TS, pls add me to owner list biggrin.gif

1.6sx / 6 speed / white
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gratz~hope u enjoy ur ride
any problem just inform me tongue.gif
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 14 2012, 07:10 AM)
Yeap
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How much u bought? Police kacau or not?
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QUOTE(prescott83 @ Aug 14 2012, 08:14 AM)
How much u bought? Police kacau or not?
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Bro .dare to put fr nice than don bother bout polis..lol...no heart feeling ya..


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QUOTE(prescott83 @ Aug 14 2012, 08:14 AM)
How much u bought? Police kacau or not?
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Btw if d polis really wan kacau u..no mater hw u wil kena oso..even a stock num plate..they wil say..numbering banyak dekat..lol..go for it..proud to own forte..mod mod mod...

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QUOTE(zouk88 @ Aug 14 2012, 08:20 AM)
Bro .dare to put fr nice than don bother bout polis..lol...no heart feeling ya..


Added on August 14, 2012, 8:21 am

Btw if d polis really wan kacau u..no mater hw u wil kena oso..even a stock num plate..they wil say..numbering banyak dekat..lol..go for it..proud to own forte..mod mod mod...
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Haha..ok bro..mod biggrin.gif


Added on August 14, 2012, 8:31 am
QUOTE(zouk88 @ Aug 14 2012, 08:20 AM)
Bro .dare to put fr nice than don bother bout polis..lol...no heart feeling ya..


Added on August 14, 2012, 8:21 am

Btw if d polis really wan kacau u..no mater hw u wil kena oso..even a stock num plate..they wil say..numbering banyak dekat..lol..go for it..proud to own forte..mod mod mod...
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Bro..u know the price ma?

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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 14 2012, 01:08 AM)
Yeah my gf don't like that smell too. Need to get rid of it soonest. Going for my first service this coming thu any idea which SC better for fixing the famous left pull issue? I heard CSL branch is good am I right? So far I only facing this left pull issue the rating noise don't have yet or maybe I'm not noise sensitive...
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Don't worry, soon the noise will come. Then see whether you sensitive or not. biggrin.gif

The noise problem more than 1 year this stupid Naza cannot solve....... no better than Proton.....
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any review for esso petrol consumption?
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QUOTE(fourteh @ Aug 14 2012, 08:42 AM)
Don't worry, soon the noise will come. Then see whether you sensitive or not.  biggrin.gif

The noise problem more than 1 year this stupid Naza cannot solve....... no better than Proton.....
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hi guys.. i am new here..

just went to kia showroom ytd..

the sa offer me 2k discount, tint, gps, budykit full set, logo emblem rear and front

do u guys think the deal is good?

ps : ex 1.6L forte
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Don't worry, soon the noise will come. Then see whether you sensitive or not.  biggrin.gif
The noise problem more than 1 year this stupid Naza cannot solve....... no better than Proton.....
actually any SC from any car maker can solve noise issue but not worth for them to assign all their staff to resolve that while left out important thing/major service for other customer...
and dismantle is not easy, it's like they re-build ur car (similar like what gurun plant did it)...
that's why sometime they need more than 3days to resolve noise issue... they only inspect it when they're free...
if u have backup car, then u can send it to them...
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QUOTE(epo @ Aug 14 2012, 01:02 PM)
actually any SC from any car maker can solve noise issue but not worth for them to assign all their staff to resolve that while left out important thing/major service for other customer...
and dismantle is not easy, it's like they re-build ur car (similar like what gurun plant did it)...
that's why sometime they need more than 3days to resolve noise issue... they only inspect it when they're free...
if u have backup car, then u can send it to them...
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If their factory engineers had taken steps to counter this noise problem, then less headache & work for SC. I think it is the foam material they use inside the dashboard. For my case, normal time, dashboard silent but after park in the sun more than 30 mins, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in full swing. Sometimes so embarrased when fetch guests.

Same with pull to left issue..... if outside workshop can do it, what the hell are they doing in Gurun? Tidur ka???????????????

If they can kautim these few problems before the cars leave the factory, customers will be happy & keep Kia brand name. Now ppl hear got these type of problems also "kia" (scared in hokkien). Sorry to say, as much as I love Kia brand, I will not buy another one in the future if it is assembled by factory full of incompetent engineers!
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http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2469121/+80


Added on August 14, 2012, 1:26 pm
QUOTE(fourteh @ Aug 14 2012, 01:15 PM)
If their factory engineers had taken steps to counter this noise problem, then less headache & work for SC. I think it is the foam material they use inside the dashboard. For my case, normal time, dashboard silent but after park in the sun more than 30 mins, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in full swing. Sometimes so embarrased when fetch guests.

Same with pull to left issue..... if outside workshop can do it, what the hell are they doing in Gurun? Tidur ka???????????????

If they can kautim these few problems before the cars leave the factory, customers will be happy & keep Kia brand name. Now ppl hear got these type of problems also "kia" (scared in hokkien). Sorry to say, as much as I love Kia brand, I will not buy another one in the future if it is assembled by factory full of incompetent engineers!
Even the Vios dugong version had alot of problems with the dashboard. I think many Jap car users now are going for cheaper dashboards. Harder and more plasticky which in time will start to creek. The Forte dash is different from the Optima rite?

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QUOTE(Davidho @ Aug 13 2012, 11:46 PM)
Come on , if really want to know ur actual balance of fuel inside the tank when the DTE blinking , immediate and quickly go to pump station refuel until full tank and see how much fuel u need to make it full then minus with forte spec full tank of 52 liters , then u should know roughly how much balance of fuel remaining in ur tank once DTE blinking .
The 52L is only a reference. The actual capacity is always more than that. Same like Optima K5. Specs mention 70L tank but can tekan until 82L.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 14 2012, 01:23 PM)
http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2469121/+80


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Even the Vios dugong version had alot of problems with the dashboard. I think many Jap car users now are going for cheaper dashboards. Harder and more plasticky which in time will start to creek. The Forte dash is different from the Optima rite?
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i been to inside the kia plant in gurun, some 4~5 years ago, during the Ria time. Heard from their own workers, the overhead conveyor that carries the Ria was faulty, and has been a few units where the whole car dropped from few meters above.

Not all local CKD plants are like that. Many beemers here also CKD, depending on the plant here to heavily invest on equipment to be on par, or cheapskate skip some process here and there.
Having said that, what u guys think abt 15k discount for passat ckd compare to german built passat?
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 14 2012, 01:28 PM)
The 52L is only a reference. The actual capacity is always more than that. Same like Optima K5. Specs mention 70L tank but can tekan until 82L.
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70L to 82L..thats big bro... shocking.gif

i only mange to fuel up until rm103...estimate for 54~55L...ron95. that is after the needle way down below E. my leg shaking already...scare if not enough fuel until pump station. cry.gif
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70L to 82L..thats big bro... shocking.gif

i only mange to fuel up until rm103...estimate for 54~55L...ron95. that is after the needle way down below E. my leg shaking already...scare if not enough fuel until pump station. cry.gif
Optima fuel tank is slightly different to Forte i think. Its got a long nozzle or neck while the fuel sensor is located in the tank itself. But generally in most tanks, you can fill about 2-3L more than your specified capacity. The Vios for instance has only a 42L tank but you can fill up to 45L sometimes on really 'dry' days.
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QUOTE(ZaiZai1989 @ Aug 14 2012, 12:13 PM)
hi guys.. i am new here..

just went to kia showroom ytd..

the sa offer me 2k discount, tint, gps, budykit full set, logo emblem rear and front

do u guys think the deal is good?

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QUOTE(fourteh @ Aug 14 2012, 01:15 PM)
If their factory engineers had taken steps to counter this noise problem, then less headache & work for SC. I think it is the foam material they use inside the dashboard. For my case, normal time, dashboard silent but after park in the sun more than 30 mins, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in full swing. Sometimes so embarrased when fetch guests.

Same with pull to left issue..... if outside workshop can do it, what the hell are they doing in Gurun? Tidur ka???????????????

If they can kautim these few problems before the cars leave the factory, customers will be happy & keep Kia brand name. Now ppl hear got these type of problems also "kia" (scared in hokkien). Sorry to say, as much as I love Kia brand, I will not buy another one in the future if it is assembled by factory full of incompetent engineers!
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I have my car Forte 1.6SX drive for 600km mileage already. I listen to you all and try my best to press the pedal as light as possible with my right foot. I have see my FC is 9.2 to 9.4L/100KM from meter. (70% City, 30% Highway)

Well, how much the fuel consumption will improve after 1000km / 5000km / 10000km services? Can you share with me with provide detail in xL/100KM format?

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I have my car Forter 1.6SX drive for 600km mileage already. I listen to you all and try my best to press the pedal as light as possible with my right foot. I have see my FC is 9.2 to 9.4L/100KM from meter.

Well, how much the fuel consumption will improve after 1000km / 5000km / 10000km services? Can you share with me with provide detail in xL/100KM format?
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I realize if you wanna achieve below 10L/100km at instant, ur RPM shall be around 2000. I was thinking if keep on like this sooner the car don't know will become underpowered or not....

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luckily im 4 speed forte owner(cbu unit) never encountered any annoying sound from my cabin...seems like the problem is not from kia but its our CKD production..


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I realize if you wanna achieve below 10L/100km at instant,  ur RPM shall be around 2000. I was thinking if keep on like this sooner the car don't know will become underpowered or not....
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QUOTE(forter @ Aug 14 2012, 06:56 PM)
luckily im 4 speed forte owner(cbu unit) never encountered any annoying sound from my cabin...seems like the problem is not from kia but its our CKD production..
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I agreed with what your said. CKD product is not solid as CBU. I think they get some assemble parts from local factory and not as good as CBU that they fully imported.

I advice all the driver drives politely for first few months to let all parts attach tightly before start vroomm.......

This is what I am doing now and it reduce rattling noise.
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My turn this time. Any idea to repair this? Paint layer peel off and PU material appear.

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Yeah my gf don't like that smell too. Need to get rid of it soonest. Going for my first service this coming thu any idea which SC better for fixing the famous left pull issue? I heard CSL branch is good am I right? So far I only facing this left pull issue the rating noise don't have yet or maybe I'm not noise sensitive...
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QUOTE(fourteh @ Aug 14 2012, 01:15 PM)
If their factory engineers had taken steps to counter this noise problem, then less headache & work for SC. I think it is the foam material they use inside the dashboard. For my case, normal time, dashboard silent but after park in the sun more than 30 mins, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra in full swing. Sometimes so embarrased when fetch guests.

Same with pull to left issue..... if outside workshop can do it, what the hell are they doing in Gurun? Tidur ka???????????????

If they can kautim these few problems before the cars leave the factory, customers will be happy & keep Kia brand name. Now ppl hear got these type of problems also "kia" (scared in hokkien). Sorry to say, as much as I love Kia brand, I will not buy another one in the future if it is assembled by factory full of incompetent engineers!
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I second your thought bro. And we cannot compare to other brand manufacturer and say "ahhh... They also have issue. No car perfect". I think when people jump from tall building to kill her/himself, we should not jump also.

Same goes to forte. What in the hell the QC at gurun do? Didn't the naza management ever listen to what we've been complaint for long time. I things this issue had happened few years back.

If they still take for granted about our complaint, then i suggest we give some impact to their sales volume. In this tech era, badmouth can cross over the world in a single click.

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Guys, according to manual book and the guideline from side door, type pressure is 220kpa.

But I feel that stock rim and tyre is quite bumpy.
I feel weird and not comfortable while driving over uneven road.

Any suggestion to improve it? What's your best tyre pressure?
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Hi Folks, am not a Forte owner...yet wink.gif but hopefully I'll be one by early next year.

I've taken the time to read-up on this forum (almost 40% of the entire thread collection), and I have to say that I'm very impressed with the enthusiasm which you folks show.

Regarding my mission to own a Forte, am kinda worried (probably much like the rest of the potential buyers out there) about the following reported issues with the Forte:

1) Quality of interior finishing (i.e.-dashboard+pillar rattle/noise frm trunk/etc.)
2) Service Competence & Professionalism of the NAZA Service Centres

As such, I hope to be able to hear more opinions from the Fortezens here in relation to the above points.

I thank you all in advance for any feedbacks/inputs.

P/S - I've heard a lot about Edwin 'Motorman'. I hope to be meeting him soon smile.gif
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 14 2012, 10:12 PM)
my wheels alignment done yesterday at SC Setapak.. my car now running on total center oredi..
let go my steering wheel for more than 30 seconds still going so dem straight.. weeeee ~ ~ ~
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Oh good to hear hear that. How long it takes to fix it and I believe shud Be free right?
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Hi All,

I got my 1.6SX (Clear White) 10 days ago.... So far no issues (or maybe insensitive to sound), and hopefully those issues wont haunt me later... Kinda proud owning 1 forte hehehe.. And the 2nd forte in our family...

Alamak~ sound like hardcore korea's fan aldy tongue.gif

Just 1 noob question to ask... Erm my SA give this to me, but I duno how to cucuk (forgot to ask aldy).... Or should I look for socket to cucuk? blink.gif


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QUOTE(rompers @ Aug 15 2012, 04:29 AM)
Hi Folks, am not a Forte owner...yet wink.gif but hopefully I'll be one by early next year.

I've taken the time to read-up on this forum (almost 40% of the entire thread collection), and I have to say that I'm very impressed with the enthusiasm which you folks show.

Regarding my mission to own a Forte, am kinda worried (probably much like the rest of the potential buyers out there) about the following reported issues with the Forte:

1) Quality of interior finishing (i.e.-dashboard+pillar rattle/noise frm trunk/etc.)
2) Service Competence & Professionalism of the NAZA Service Centres

As such, I hope to be able to hear more opinions from the Fortezens here in relation to the above points.

I thank you all in advance for any feedbacks/inputs.

P/S - I've heard a lot about Edwin 'Motorman'. I hope to be meeting him soon smile.gif
Well im a new Optima K5 owner and for those of you who know me, ull know that i used to bash Korean cars alot since i was a Jap owner before this. But after test driving the Forte and Optima and then doing alot of research online, i realised that the Korean makes now are far superior compared to their earlier counterparts. Optima and Forte are far from perfect for sure but at least they are much improved. And after almost 4 months of owning the K5, i must say im impressed with the level of service so far. Based on my experience with 2 service centres, i can say that Naza is serious about their brand image and are taking steps to overcome the negative perception.

I complained about a squeeky rear suspension. Very minor and could have been resolved by some lubrication to the bushings i think. But Naza Kia HQ, instructed the SC to replace both rear shock absorbers and bushings FOC under warranty. I also commented that the front power window was a bit 'rough' going up. And behold, they changed the entire motor assembly. Again FOC. One of my front fog lamp covers melted a bit and they replaced it with 2 new set of fog lamps again FOC although this isnt covered by warranty.

This would never have happened with Toyota. I would have had to send my car in a few times and complain like crazy before they replaced anything under warranty. I believe what Naza Kia is trying to do is to eradicate the negative perception about Korean quality. They dont wanna waste time 'repairing or checking. Instead they just replace and this gives the customer alot of confidence.

We have a 5 year unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty and if this level of service can continue, then i have no fears. But Naza Kia HQ needs to know about your problems and issues. Raising it only with the respective SC's may not get you a good response. Send emails to them but i found that posting your problem on the Kia Malaysia Facebook page is quite effective. Ive had a few issues resolved very fast after being posted on FB. Naza has a dedicated staff constantly monitoring the FB page so trust me when i say they will take action sooner or later.

Kia in Malaysia is still facing a problem as many of the front liners (salesmen) are not very competent. Many of their mechanics are also not very experienced. But i think they are slowly being weeded out. I know of 2 salesmen from 2 different branches who were asked to leave after complaints on Facebook.

So keep making constructive critisms but dont just post negatives. Also post positive experiences to be fair to Naza Kia as that will give them more motivation to improve.

Cheers!

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 15 2012, 09:48 AM)
Well im a new Optima K5 owner and for those of you who know me, ull know that i used to bash Korean cars alot since i was a Jap owner before this. But after test driving the Forte and Optima and then doing alot of research online, i realised that the Korean makes now are far superior compared to their earlier counterparts. Optima and Forte are far from perfect for sure but at least they are much improved. And after almost 4 months of owning the K5, i must say im impressed with the level of service so far. Based on my experience with 2 service centres, i can say that Naza is serious about their brand image and are taking steps to overcome the negative perception.

I complained about a squeeky rear suspension. Very minor and could have been resolved by some lubrication to the bushings i think. But Naza Kia HQ, instructed the SC to replace both rear shock absorbers and bushings FOC under warranty. I also commented that the front power window was a bit 'rough' going up. And behold, they changed the entire motor assembly. Again FOC. One of my front fog lamp covers melted a bit and they replaced it with 2 new set of fog lamps again FOC although this isnt covered by warranty.

This would never have happened with Toyota. I would have had to send my car in a few times and complain like crazy before they replaced anything under warranty. I believe what Naza Kia is trying to do is to eradicate the negative perception about Korean quality. They dont wanna waste time 'repairing or checking. Instead they just replace and this gives the customer alot of confidence.

We have a 5 year unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty and if this level of service can continue, then i have no fears. But Naza Kia HQ needs to know about your problems and issues. Raising it only with the respective SC's may not get you a good response. Send emails to them but i found that posting your problem on the Kia Malaysia Facebook page is quite effective. Ive had a few issues resolved very fast after being posted on FB. Naza has a dedicated staff constantly monitoring the FB page so trust me when i say they will take action sooner or later.

Kia in Malaysia is still facing a problem as many of the front liners (salesmen) are not very competent. Many of their mechanics are also not very experienced. But i think they are slowly being weeded out. I know of 2 salesmen from 2 different branches who were asked to leave after complaints on Facebook.

So keep making constructive critisms but dont just post negatives. Also post positive experiences to be fair to Naza Kia as that will give them more motivation to improve.

Cheers!
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QUOTE(asrulz @ Aug 15 2012, 09:53 AM)
open glove box on the passenger site ..look on top inside the box and you can see the port for you to cucuk that thing...
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Thanks bro. Will look for the port. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 15 2012, 09:48 AM)
Well im a new Optima K5 owner and for those of you who know me, ull know that i used to bash Korean cars alot since i was a Jap owner before this. But after test driving the Forte and Optima and then doing alot of research online, i realised that the Korean makes now are far superior compared to their earlier counterparts. Optima and Forte are far from perfect for sure but at least they are much improved. And after almost 4 months of owning the K5, i must say im impressed with the level of service so far. Based on my experience with 2 service centres, i can say that Naza is serious about their brand image and are taking steps to overcome the negative perception.

I complained about a squeeky rear suspension. Very minor and could have been resolved by some lubrication to the bushings i think. But Naza Kia HQ, instructed the SC to replace both rear shock absorbers and bushings FOC under warranty. I also commented that the front power window was a bit 'rough' going up. And behold, they changed the entire motor assembly. Again FOC. One of my front fog lamp covers melted a bit and they replaced it with 2 new set of fog lamps again FOC although this isnt covered by warranty.

This would never have happened with Toyota. I would have had to send my car in a few times and complain like crazy before they replaced anything under warranty. I believe what Naza Kia is trying to do is to eradicate the negative perception about Korean quality. They dont wanna waste time 'repairing or checking. Instead they just replace and this gives the customer alot of confidence.

We have a 5 year unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty and if this level of service can continue, then i have no fears. But Naza Kia HQ needs to know about your problems and issues. Raising it only with the respective SC's may not get you a good response. Send emails to them but i found that posting your problem on the Kia Malaysia Facebook page is quite effective. Ive had a few issues resolved very fast after being posted on FB. Naza has a dedicated staff constantly monitoring the FB page so trust me when i say they will take action sooner or later.

Kia in Malaysia is still facing a problem as many of the front liners (salesmen) are not very competent. Many of their mechanics are also not very experienced. But i think they are slowly being weeded out. I know of 2 salesmen from 2 different branches who were asked to leave after complaints on Facebook.

So keep making constructive critisms but dont just post negatives. Also post positive experiences to be fair to Naza Kia as that will give them more motivation to improve.

Cheers!
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Actually, it is based on the mood of the SC and how we ask is also important. I've never had any problems with Glenmarie SC when asking them to help me check and rectify stuffs (because I ask nicely). In fact, I managed to get the SC to attempt to rectify my pull left issue two times (somehow they just couldn't fully rectify it), and look look for minor buzzing and creaking sounds in my car (they still can't find it btw) two times also.

The recent "problem" I came across is when I asked the SC to help me rotate the front and back tyres during my 10k service. Unfortunate for me, I went over to do my 10k service in the afternoon of the first day of puasa. All the mechanics were half dead and the first reason they gave me was "Sabtu biasanya for servicing sahaja". Then I was fine with it. So I told them "Tak banyak kereta nampaknya. Kalau habis service and tak ada kereta, tolong rotate la" which he kindly obliged. Then when he went to inspect my car, he saw I changed rims and he came to me and said "maaf bang, you sudah tukar rim. Baik you bawak luar rotate", hinting to me it is no more under warranty sweat.gif
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QUOTE(gigohlo @ Aug 15 2012, 10:46 AM)
Actually, it is based on the mood of the SC and how we ask is also important. I've never had any problems with Glenmarie SC when asking them to help me check and rectify stuffs (because I ask nicely). In fact, I managed to get the SC to attempt to rectify my pull left issue two times (somehow they just couldn't fully rectify it), and look look for minor buzzing and creaking sounds in my car (they still can't find it btw) two times also.

The recent "problem" I came across is when I asked the SC to help me rotate the front and back tyres during my 10k service. Unfortunate for me, I went over to do my 10k service in the afternoon of the first day of puasa. All the mechanics were half dead and the first reason they gave me was "Sabtu biasanya for servicing sahaja". Then I was fine with it. So I told them "Tak banyak kereta nampaknya. Kalau habis service and tak ada kereta, tolong rotate la" which he kindly obliged. Then when he went to inspect my car, he saw I changed rims and he came to me and said "maaf bang, you sudah tukar rim. Baik you bawak luar rotate", hinting to me it is no more under warranty  sweat.gif
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But according to my SA, if you changed your rims to the same stock size, it wont void warranty...
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 15 2012, 09:48 AM)
Well im a new Optima K5 owner and for those of you who know me, ull know that i used to bash Korean cars alot since i was a Jap owner before this. But after test driving the Forte and Optima and then doing alot of research online, i realised that the Korean makes now are far superior compared to their earlier counterparts. Optima and Forte are far from perfect for sure but at least they are much improved. And after almost 4 months of owning the K5, i must say im impressed with the level of service so far. Based on my experience with 2 service centres, i can say that Naza is serious about their brand image and are taking steps to overcome the negative perception.

I complained about a squeeky rear suspension. Very minor and could have been resolved by some lubrication to the bushings i think. But Naza Kia HQ, instructed the SC to replace both rear shock absorbers and bushings FOC under warranty. I also commented that the front power window was a bit 'rough' going up. And behold, they changed the entire motor assembly. Again FOC. One of my front fog lamp covers melted a bit and they replaced it with 2 new set of fog lamps again FOC although this isnt covered by warranty.

This would never have happened with Toyota. I would have had to send my car in a few times and complain like crazy before they replaced anything under warranty. I believe what Naza Kia is trying to do is to eradicate the negative perception about Korean quality. They dont wanna waste time 'repairing or checking. Instead they just replace and this gives the customer alot of confidence.

We have a 5 year unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty and if this level of service can continue, then i have no fears. But Naza Kia HQ needs to know about your problems and issues. Raising it only with the respective SC's may not get you a good response. Send emails to them but i found that posting your problem on the Kia Malaysia Facebook page is quite effective. Ive had a few issues resolved very fast after being posted on FB. Naza has a dedicated staff constantly monitoring the FB page so trust me when i say they will take action sooner or later.

Kia in Malaysia is still facing a problem as many of the front liners (salesmen) are not very competent. Many of their mechanics are also not very experienced. But i think they are slowly being weeded out. I know of 2 salesmen from 2 different branches who were asked to leave after complaints on Facebook.

So keep making constructive critisms but dont just post negatives. Also post positive experiences to be fair to Naza Kia as that will give them more motivation to improve.

Cheers!
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Thanks for the post. Very informative and useful for all Fortezen. One Q. Where did you go for SC? I intend to go to Chan Sow Lin for my 1st service.

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But according to my SA, if you changed your rims to the same stock size, it wont void warranty...
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Thats why I say, depends on mood and how you ask. I'm pretty sure I can get them to do it if it wasn't puasa month tongue.gif
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QUOTE(gigohlo @ Aug 15 2012, 10:46 AM)
Actually, it is based on the mood of the SC and how we ask is also important. I've never had any problems with Glenmarie SC when asking them to help me check and rectify stuffs (because I ask nicely). In fact, I managed to get the SC to attempt to rectify my pull left issue two times (somehow they just couldn't fully rectify it), and look look for minor buzzing and creaking sounds in my car (they still can't find it btw) two times also.

The recent "problem" I came across is when I asked the SC to help me rotate the front and back tyres during my 10k service. Unfortunate for me, I went over to do my 10k service in the afternoon of the first day of puasa. All the mechanics were half dead and the first reason they gave me was "Sabtu biasanya for servicing sahaja". Then I was fine with it. So I told them "Tak banyak kereta nampaknya. Kalau habis service and tak ada kereta, tolong rotate la" which he kindly obliged. Then when he went to inspect my car, he saw I changed rims and he came to me and said "maaf bang, you sudah tukar rim. Baik you bawak luar rotate", hinting to me it is no more under warranty  sweat.gif
Rotation and allignment are NOT under warranty but they can still do it for you depending on a case by case basis. But what im refering to are not mood based. Its technical and whether its covered under warranty or not or if Kia will still support otherwise. So far ive had no issues. Not sure how the future will be.


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QUOTE(chanyo @ Aug 15 2012, 11:06 AM)
Thanks for the post. Very informative and useful for all Fortezen. One Q. Where did you go for SC? I intend to go to Chan Sow Lin for my 1st service.
So far i did mine outstation. But there's a good Kia SC at Taman Megah which my family members have gone to in the past. Run by a Chinese guy and his mother. Quite efficient and reliable.

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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 14 2012, 06:38 PM)
I realize if you wanna achieve below 10L/100km at instant,  ur RPM shall be around 2000. I was thinking if keep on like this sooner the car don't know will become underpowered or not....
For my K5 during highway driving its quite economical. I get instant FC readings of 9.1L/100km at 110kmph and 10.20L/100km at 160kmph. City driving not so economical for sure since the K5 is quite heavy and the torque not sufficient.

Whats your instant FC readings during highway cruising?
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Done with soundproofing of two front doors and hood by STP yesterday, Audio quality definitely better and also Engine noise reduced by roughly 35% or so. Today continuing with Front and Back soundprrofing to reduce Road noise.. laugh.gif
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 15 2012, 01:38 PM)
Done with soundproofing of two front doors and hood by STP yesterday, Audio quality definitely better and also Engine noise reduced by roughly 35% or so. Today continuing with Front and Back soundprrofing to reduce Road noise..  laugh.gif
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how much is the soundproofing? how is it calculated? per section? and where did you do the soundproofing?
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 15 2012, 01:38 PM)
Done with soundproofing of two front doors and hood by STP yesterday, Audio quality definitely better and also Engine noise reduced by roughly 35% or so. Today continuing with Front and Back soundprrofing to reduce Road noise..  laugh.gif
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When will it ever end.... Really envy your car wink.gif
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QUOTE(vintys23 @ Aug 15 2012, 02:36 PM)
how much is the soundproofing? how is it calculated? per section? and where did you do the soundproofing?
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I did/doing soundproof in EA Autoworks, basically most of my mods all from EA Autoworks... Its calculated by sections... For example, Door have 3 packages, RM500, RM800, RM1200 for 2 doors... its flexible and modular, lets say u wanna do RM500 first, u can do, and next time u return to do RM800, just top up RM300.... blush.gif

Front is RM500 (Not Firewall) Till Pedals there... Firewall is very expensive, cuz need to take whole dashboard down =S

Back is Cover the Tyre area(inside), RM500.


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When will it ever end.... Really envy your car  wink.gif
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It will most probably end with and Amplifier and a Subwoofer.. That's it for me.. Hahaha

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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 15 2012, 03:00 PM)
It will most probably end with and Amplifier and a Subwoofer.. That's it for me.. Hahaha
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After that, some other stuffs will pop again in your mind laugh.gif
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After that, some other stuffs will pop again in your mind laugh.gif
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 15 2012, 03:00 PM)
I did/doing soundproof in EA Autoworks, basically most of my mods all from EA Autoworks... Its calculated by sections... For example, Door have 3 packages, RM500, RM800, RM1200 for 2 doors... its flexible and modular, lets say u wanna do RM500 first, u can do, and next time u return to do RM800, just top up RM300....  blush.gif
Whats the difference between the various packages?
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 15 2012, 09:48 AM)
Well im a new Optima K5 owner and for those of you who know me, ull know that i used to bash Korean cars alot since i was a Jap owner before this. But after test driving the Forte and Optima and then doing alot of research online, i realised that the Korean makes now are far superior compared to their earlier counterparts. Optima and Forte are far from perfect for sure but at least they are much improved. And after almost 4 months of owning the K5, i must say im impressed with the level of service so far. Based on my experience with 2 service centres, i can say that Naza is serious about their brand image and are taking steps to overcome the negative perception.

I complained about a squeeky rear suspension. Very minor and could have been resolved by some lubrication to the bushings i think. But Naza Kia HQ, instructed the SC to replace both rear shock absorbers and bushings FOC under warranty. I also commented that the front power window was a bit 'rough' going up. And behold, they changed the entire motor assembly. Again FOC. One of my front fog lamp covers melted a bit and they replaced it with 2 new set of fog lamps again FOC although this isnt covered by warranty.

This would never have happened with Toyota. I would have had to send my car in a few times and complain like crazy before they replaced anything under warranty. I believe what Naza Kia is trying to do is to eradicate the negative perception about Korean quality. They dont wanna waste time 'repairing or checking. Instead they just replace and this gives the customer alot of confidence.

We have a 5 year unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty and if this level of service can continue, then i have no fears. But Naza Kia HQ needs to know about your problems and issues. Raising it only with the respective SC's may not get you a good response. Send emails to them but i found that posting your problem on the Kia Malaysia Facebook page is quite effective. Ive had a few issues resolved very fast after being posted on FB. Naza has a dedicated staff constantly monitoring the FB page so trust me when i say they will take action sooner or later.

Kia in Malaysia is still facing a problem as many of the front liners (salesmen) are not very competent. Many of their mechanics are also not very experienced. But i think they are slowly being weeded out. I know of 2 salesmen from 2 different branches who were asked to leave after complaints on Facebook.

So keep making constructive critisms but dont just post negatives. Also post positive experiences to be fair to Naza Kia as that will give them more motivation to improve.

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 15 2012, 12:37 PM)
For my K5 during highway driving its quite economical. I get instant FC readings of 9.1L/100km at 110kmph and 10.20L/100km at 160kmph. City driving not so economical for sure since the K5 is quite heavy and the torque not sufficient.

Whats your instant FC readings during highway cruising?
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I believe K5 2.4L will give better FC due to better power to weight ratio right? Unfortunately, no 2.4L K5 introduced in Malaysia at this point to prove it.

Your K5 is still new..i believe the FC figure will be better (lower figure) for K5 after it clocked say over 10k km in mileage..8.xL/100km perhaps. By the way, my Forte 2.0SX get instant FC average reading of 6.3L/100km at 110km/h by autocruising on the level road.

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Naza also never bring in Forte 2.4 Turbo !!
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Whats the difference between the various packages?
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The amount of depending you want ad also what u wanna dampen..


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Naza also never bring in Forte 2.4 Turbo !!
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If they bring in and follow the price structure... Deadly for Volkswagen =S

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damn.. just got my cars 2 weeks and the passenger dashboard area already got minor rattling sound. New HU GPS also suck. sound proof not really good though.

@Motorman aka Edwin loh, you would help me to fix the dashboard sound right? Got pull left issue as well. Will need your help when my first service come.

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QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 15 2012, 06:50 PM)
damn.. just got my cars 2 weeks and the passenger dashboard area already got minor rattling sound. New HU GPS also suck. sound proof not really good though.

@Motorman aka Edwin loh, you would help me to fix the dashboard sound right? Got pull left issue as well. Will need your help when my first service come.
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Eh... I thought Edwin is a salesman rite, why now become foreman ady hmm.gif
I think you should ask him to recommend u which SC is good to fix the issues smile.gif
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guys, the radio (new LCD HU) sound goes up and down.

sometime it reduce the very low volume for 10 seconds and back to normal.

is this normal or something wrong?
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QUOTE(SoulReaver @ Aug 15 2012, 01:38 PM)
Done with soundproofing of two front doors and hood by STP yesterday, Audio quality definitely better and also Engine noise reduced by roughly 35% or so. Today continuing with Front and Back soundprrofing to reduce Road noise..  laugh.gif
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Another mod? rclxms.gif How heavy is the material? depending on packages sometimes those mats can weigh a few KG... any noticeable reduction in acceleration?
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Another mod?  rclxms.gif  How heavy is the material? depending on packages sometimes those mats can weigh a few KG...  any noticeable reduction in acceleration?
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Not really noticeable.... Probably if do whole car den got difference..
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Oh good to hear hear that. How long it takes to fix it and I believe shud Be free right?
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My car alignment work is FOC at 9,500km 2nd service.. by right I should pay..
They never charge me anything on alignment because my car chassis & owner info was
not registered yet into the main HQ server when performing 900km 1st service at CSL SC.. 900km was after 1 and a
half month of my car delivery..
CSL SC service advisor mak cik said my car cannot request any warranty claim parts and repair
coz my car isn't registered in yet.. so this matter was brought forward to 2nd service at Setapak SC..

outside tyre shops (take note the plural word) never successfully fix my pull left issue.. now finally its super
straight and center tongue.gif

apparently during 2nd service, I managed to "sun bin" complain abit about my driver's door closing sound doesn't seemed like proper solid thud compare with other 3 doors.. got crekkk sound from outside when closing..
the abang service advisor in Setapak SC, without any hesitation he quickly type and submit a warranty claim report from his PC to replace a new door latch mechanism after he opens and closes my driver door for few times and of course I was standing beside him ensure that he could give me an answer of what have gone wrong with the door.. that latch thingy, according to him costs RM380 for each door..
it may seem caused by internal parts rubbing against each other when door closes which create the sound of ancient Proton Saga door closing alike.. the new parts warranty claim expected to be approved by Naza Kia HQ after Raya and need to revisit that SC for replacement..

aiks.. lari topic already.. sweat.gif sweat.gif sweat.gif rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 15 2012, 05:08 PM)
I believe K5 2.4L will give better FC due to better power to weight ratio right? Unfortunately, no 2.4L K5 introduced in Malaysia at this point to prove it.

Your K5 is still new..i believe the FC figure will be better (lower figure) for K5 after it clocked say over 10k km in mileage..8.xL/100km perhaps. By the way, my Forte 2.0SX get instant FC average reading of 6.3L/100km at 110km/h by autocruising on the level road.
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damn, jealous of autocruise..mine manual cruise using my foot best can get 6.5L/100km...very tough...
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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 15 2012, 09:43 PM)
My car alignment work is FOC at 9,500km 2nd service.. by right I should pay..
They never charge me anything on alignment because my car chassis & owner info was
not registered yet into the main HQ server when performing 900km 1st service at CSL SC.. 900km was after 1 and a
half month of my car delivery..
CSL SC service advisor mak cik said my car cannot request any warranty claim parts and repair
coz my car isn't registered in yet.. so this matter was brought forward to 2nd service at Setapak SC..

outside tyre shops (take note the plural word) never successfully fix my pull left issue.. now finally its super
straight and center  tongue.gif

apparently during 2nd service, I managed to "sun bin" complain abit about my driver's door closing sound doesn't seemed like proper solid thud compare with other 3 doors.. got crekkk sound from outside when closing..
the abang service advisor in Setapak SC, without any hesitation he quickly type and submit a warranty claim report from his PC to replace a new door latch mechanism after he opens and closes my driver door for few times and of course I was standing beside him ensure that he could give me an answer of what have gone wrong with the door.. that latch thingy, according to him costs RM380 for each door..
it may seem caused by internal parts rubbing against each other when door closes which create the sound of ancient Proton Saga door closing alike.. the new parts warranty claim expected to be approved by Naza Kia HQ after Raya and need to revisit that SC for replacement..

aiks.. lari topic already..  sweat.gif  sweat.gif  sweat.gif  rolleyes.gif
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I also having different sound from the driver door while closing compared to other 3 doors -.-
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Got a technical question about immobilizer. Example, I start my car and I got out to take something. While that happen, a hijacker get into my car. Can he drive off while I still have my smart key with me?
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QUOTE(ferrari38 @ Aug 15 2012, 06:59 PM)
Eh... I thought Edwin is a salesman rite, why now become foreman ady hmm.gif
I think you should ask him to recommend u which SC is good to fix the issues smile.gif
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he got his own service center though smile.gif
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Got a technical question about immobilizer. Example, I start my car and I got out to take something. While that happen, a hijacker get into my car. Can he drive off while I still have my smart key with me?
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Yup. He can drive until petrol finish tongue.gif Once he turn off engine, then cannot on anymore smile.gif But then again, he could drive somewhere "safe" to slowly bypass the smart key rclxub.gif
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QUOTE(VireCwx @ Aug 15 2012, 10:26 PM)
Got a technical question about immobilizer. Example, I start my car and I got out to take something. While that happen, a hijacker get into my car. Can he drive off while I still have my smart key with me?
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yes. he still can drive off until no petrol or he turn off the engine,after tat he can't start the car anymore
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QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 15 2012, 10:26 PM)
he got his own service center though smile.gif
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QUOTE(ohde @ Aug 15 2012, 07:02 PM)
guys, the radio (new LCD HU) sound goes up and down.

sometime it reduce the very low volume for 10 seconds and back to normal.

is this normal or something wrong?
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same happen to my new HU... i think is normal ba sad.gif
no problem with USB/ DVD/ CD though...
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QUOTE(tkfai @ Aug 15 2012, 07:50 PM)
damn.. just got my cars 2 weeks and the passenger dashboard area already got minor rattling sound. New HU GPS also suck. sound proof not really good though.

@Motorman aka Edwin loh, you would help me to fix the dashboard sound right? Got pull left issue as well. Will need your help when my first service come.
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No worry bro. Bring yr Forte in on 27/8 onward as my service center will be close from 18/8-26/8 for Raya and renovation.
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Actually i have a question but i dunno has been asked b4 or not...what happen if we press then engine start button while cruising?
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QUOTE(eugenechoong @ Aug 16 2012, 12:56 AM)
Actually i have a question but i dunno has been asked b4 or not...what happen if we press then engine start button while cruising?
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My friend whom has a 2010 Forte did this before whilst stopped at a traffic light with the gear shift at 'D'.
Result...nothing happens. I guess the engine will only stop if the gear lever is pointed at 'P' or 'N'.
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Actually i have a question but i dunno has been asked b4 or not...what happen if we press then engine start button while cruising?
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Mine forte 2.0 2012, when doing that, all electrical stuff in car will remain on (e.g. radio), engine stops and the information screen will state "please change to P to start engine". You lose control of you power steering too after 2 seconds (very dangerous). However, what yon need to do is shift to N, then tap brake lightly and press start/stop button. Tested it out myself blush.gif
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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 15 2012, 05:08 PM)
I believe K5 2.4L will give better FC due to better power to weight ratio right? Unfortunately, no 2.4L K5 introduced in Malaysia at this point to prove it.

Your K5 is still new..i believe the FC figure will be better (lower figure) for K5 after it clocked say over 10k km in mileage..8.xL/100km perhaps. By the way, my Forte 2.0SX get instant FC average reading of 6.3L/100km at 110km/h by autocruising on the level road.
Actually im mistaken with the figures. This time i tested using the autocruise on level road and i got readings of around 5.5L/100km for 110kmph. My K5 is 3 months old.
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QUOTE(gigohlo @ Aug 16 2012, 07:25 AM)
Mine forte 2.0 2012, when doing that, all electrical stuff in car will remain on (e.g. radio), engine stops and the information screen will state "please change to P to start engine". You lose control of you power steering too after 2 seconds (very dangerous). However, what yon need to do is shift to N, then tap brake lightly and press start/stop button. Tested it out myself  blush.gif
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guys, just to clarify, our headlight bulb is using H11 or H7? from front pages stated H11 but from supplier mentioned H7?
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what joke? then what's the point of immobilizer if they stil can drive without key present? so the whole point of the key is for keyless entry?
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As far as i know, the car will turn the engine off shall the key is not present in the car for a stipulated amount of time.
I have yet to test it out in the Forte 2.0 my family owns.
Perhaps I might run the test with my KOUP when I receives it tomorrow.

Will update here again.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Aug 16 2012, 07:53 AM)
Actually im mistaken with the figures. This time i tested using the autocruise on level road and i got readings of around 5.5L/100km for 110kmph. My K5 is 3 months old.
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Very2 good FC for the D-segment car..5.5L/100km. Mine usually will play around 5.8L/100km to 6.5L/100km (@110km/h) depending the road stretch at time the measurement is being done. I guess the DVVT engine in the K5 really make a different.

p/s : Welcome to the Kia club bro..hehe. When i noticed that u already bought K5 several month ago in this forum, i'm quite surprise actually that u will finally bought Kia car (especially with our lengthy history bashing each other last time)..lol
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QUOTE(uncle_ben @ Aug 16 2012, 11:58 AM)
As far as i know, the car will turn the engine off shall the key is not present in the car for a stipulated amount of time.
I have yet to test it out in the Forte 2.0 my family owns.
Perhaps I might run the test with my KOUP when I receives it tomorrow.

Will update here again.
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tested by forumers here (if not mistaken)
they can drive until minyak habis...tested by forumer here. he can drive without the key with him...

**sorry...forgot which post.
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QUOTE(levilau @ Aug 16 2012, 11:35 AM)
guys, just to clarify, our headlight bulb is using H11 or H7? from front pages stated H11 but from supplier mentioned H7?
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It's H7 biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(uncle_ben @ Aug 16 2012, 11:58 AM)
As far as i know, the car will turn the engine off shall the key is not present in the car for a stipulated amount of time.
I have yet to test it out in the Forte 2.0 my family owns.
Perhaps I might run the test with my KOUP when I receives it tomorrow.

Will update here again.
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happened to me once.. i help my wife carry some stuff and drop it in the car then started the engine. wifey drives off to office without me passing the key over. i realized it after around 15 mins or so.. lucky the road jammed so she is not too far from my house. take my bike then gave the key to her.

the car did warn if the key is not in the car but thats about it. they will not cut the engine off. from logical point of view, cutting off the engine should be easy since its the checking mechanism is already there. just need to tweak the software to detect the key RFID, if not inside car for certain period of time - turn off engine. then again, i'm not a car engineer so i know nothing..
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QUOTE(dtdw @ Aug 16 2012, 11:52 AM)
what joke? then what's the point of immobilizer if they stil can drive without key present? so the whole point of the key is for keyless entry?
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I believe it's purposely design like that. Consider this scenario, let say u driving the car now & out of the sudden the smartkey battery kong & the car immediately cant detect the smartkey & immediately shut down the engine in the middle of the road. Very2 dangerous situation especially on high speed & this is no joke i have to say.

The whole point of the smartkey is for keyless entry & keyless engine start. We can enter & start the car without grabbing the smartkey out of our pocket/handbag or whatsoever. Anyway, without the correct smartkey (with matched immobilizer code), the car wont unlock & also wont start. Otherwise, we can simply use our smartkey to unlock/start all the Forte in this world..lol tongue.gif


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tested by forumers here (if not mistaken)
they can drive until minyak habis...tested by forumer here. he can drive without the key with him...

**sorry...forgot which post.
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Actually can drive until the engine is turned off. If they keep refueling, they can drive as far as they can tongue.gif

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QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 16 2012, 12:22 PM)
I believe it's purposely design like that. Consider this scenario, let say u driving the car now & out of the sudden the smartkey battery kong & the car immediately cant detect the smartkey & immediately shut down the engine in the middle of the road. Very2 dangerous situation especially on high speed & this is no joke i have to say.

The whole point of the smartkey is for keyless entry & keyless engine start. We can enter & start the car without grabbing the smartkey out of our pocket/handbag or whatsoever. Anyway, without the correct smartkey (with matched immobilizer code), the car wont unlock & also wont start. Otherwise, we can simply use our smartkey to unlock/start all the Forte in this world..lol  tongue.gif


Added on August 16, 2012, 12:24 pm
Actually can drive until the engine is turned off. If they keep refueling, they can drive as far as they can  tongue.gif
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damn.. just got my cars 2 weeks and the passenger dashboard area already got minor rattling sound. New HU GPS also suck. sound proof not really good though.

@Motorman aka Edwin loh, you would help me to fix the dashboard sound right? Got pull left issue as well. Will need your help when my first service come.
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QUOTE(dtdw @ Aug 16 2012, 11:52 AM)
what joke? then what's the point of immobilizer if they stil can drive without key present? so the whole point of the key is for keyless entry?
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Immobilizer is to prevent the car from starting without the actual key mar. Some car thief can hot wire a car to start without a key. Thats what immobilizer comes into play smile.gif

QUOTE(uncle_ben @ Aug 16 2012, 11:58 AM)
As far as i know, the car will turn the engine off shall the key is not present in the car for a stipulated amount of time.
I have yet to test it out in the Forte 2.0 my family owns.
Perhaps I might run the test with my KOUP when I receives it tomorrow.

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I tried driving my car without the key for 30 minutes. I went dinner with my colleague (driving separate car) and I asked him to hold my car keys. I drove all the way from Bangi to Serdang without any issues rclxub.gif
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Guys, i tried unlocking the door but my car still moving, and then it will unlock then lock again cause the car still moving. Must stop the car only can unlock the door. U guys realise that? I feel its pretty good that way. LOL!
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Stop poisoning us. Must make one day yum cha with you and test your car la. Or maybe not la, later my credit card burst rclxub.gif rclxub.gif Haha .. poison gila !
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 16 2012, 03:18 PM)
Guys, i tried unlocking the door but my car still moving, and then it will unlock then lock again cause the car still moving. Must stop the car only can unlock the door. U guys realise that? I feel its pretty good that way. LOL!
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Not really get you.. But as far as i know, we can open the door from inside (front only) even when the car is lock and stand still. But not sure if we can open the door while car is still moving even its lock.
Anybody know about this?
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 16 2012, 03:18 PM)
Guys, i tried unlocking the door but my car still moving, and then it will unlock then lock again cause the car still moving. Must stop the car only can unlock the door. U guys realise that? I feel its pretty good that way. LOL!
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Haha. This is quite standard. Normal car alarm have this kinda function. Whenever ur rpm reach 2000(or lower not sure) it will lock door.


Added on August 16, 2012, 7:52 pmBeen to CSL did my first service. After service very obvious instant l/100km is easier to achieve below 10. I believe my car FC has improve but my pull left issue still there. I told the girl the car alignment got problem keep moving to left. Am I say the right thing?

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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 16 2012, 04:18 PM)
Guys, i tried unlocking the door but my car still moving, and then it will unlock then lock again cause the car still moving. Must stop the car only can unlock the door. U guys realise that? I feel its pretty good that way. LOL!
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That is 5 star safety !!!
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QUOTE(Motorman @ Aug 16 2012, 08:04 PM)
That is 5 star safety !!!
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QUOTE(avengers88 @ Aug 16 2012, 10:17 PM)
Totally 5 star bro. At first I thought my lock/unlock button faulty. Hahahha.
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I thought my door unlock system faulty also at 1st.. LOL
I always used to press button unlock doors for passengers to get down before
the car comes to a complete stop lets say 25kmph..
I need to reach to the slowdown speed of 10kmph only the doors unlock..

It unlocks and locks again in just a millisecond at 25kmph above.. as if my car got haunted by "smth" blink.gif

My dad's Vellfire will sound a long beep when pressing the unlock button once while driving.. 2nd time pressing
it will unlock all doors.. hmm.gif

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Just collect my forte 1.6sx from Mr.Edwin Loh! rclxm9.gif i thought can't raya with new forte.
but because his SA did nice service,only take 2 days after loan approved. thumbup.gif
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Welcome to the club. Btw, Thank You for the cookies. notworthy.gif

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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 16 2012, 07:50 PM)
Haha. This is quite standard. Normal car alarm have this kinda function. Whenever ur rpm reach 2000(or lower not sure) it will lock door.


Added on August 16, 2012, 7:52 pmBeen to CSL did my first service. After service very obvious instant l/100km is easier to achieve below 10. I believe my car FC has improve but my pull left issue still there. I told the girl the car alignment got problem keep moving to left. Am I say the right thing?
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Heh.. is that the lady called Zainab ? I've mentioned few times since V13 that CSL SC never take note of customers complain seriously. The tagline "family-like care" claimed doesn't work in that SC to solve the annoying issues promptly which shouldn't be happen on new cars after delivery.. They didn't bothered to help me to fix alignment FOC (my salesgirl told me alignment warranty for new car is below 1k km mileage) coz she said "oh.. kereta Encik punye info belum registered masuk kat dlm HQ punya server.. Encik kena dtg lain kali utk buat repair alignment"

Bye bye CSL SC.. although this is the nearest SC available to place I'm staying.. I rather spend 20-30mins time driving to Setapak SC for higher confidence level and satisfied feel after service job done..

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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 16 2012, 11:01 PM)
Heh.. is that the lady called Zainab ? I've mentioned few times since V13 that CSL SC never take note of customers complain seriously. The tagline "family-like care" claimed doesn't work in that SC to solve the annoying issues promptly which shouldn't be happen on new cars after delivery.. They didn't bothered to help me to fix alignment FOC (my salesgirl told me alignment warranty for new car is below 1k km mileage) coz she said "oh.. kereta Encik punye info belum registered masuk kat dlm HQ punya server.. Encik kena dtg lain kali utk buat repair alignment"

Bye bye CSL SC.. although this is the nearest SC available to place I'm staying.. I rather spend 20-30mins time driving to Setapak SC for higher confidence level and satisfied feel after service job done..
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CSL is which SC?

Anyway the pull left can be claim under 2k (I fix at 1.9k).. settle mine @ Selayang btw. 1k service I go puchong SC coz Im working nearby that day but they kenot settle the pull left prob.

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QUOTE(rushmode @ Aug 16 2012, 11:40 PM)
CSL is which SC?

Anyway the pull left can be claim under 2k (I fix at 1.9k).. settle mine @ Selayang btw. 1k service I go puchong SC coz Im working nearby that day but they kenot settle the pull left prob.
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Chan Sow Lin..somewhere near Carrefour Jalan Peel..

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QUOTE(Motorman @ Aug 15 2012, 11:32 PM)
No worry bro. Bring yr Forte in on 27/8 onward as my service center will be close from 18/8-26/8 for Raya and renovation.
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great,thx for the information.will let u know when I come for my first service,thx u:)


Added on August 17, 2012, 12:53 am
QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 16 2012, 10:50 PM)
I thought my door unlock system faulty also at 1st.. LOL
I always used to press button unlock doors for passengers to get down before
the car comes to a complete stop lets say 25kmph..
I need to reach to the slowdown speed of 10kmph only the doors unlock..

It unlocks and locks again in just a millisecond at 25kmph above.. as if my car got haunted by "smth" blink.gif

My dad's Vellfire will sound a long beep when pressing the unlock button once while driving.. 2nd time pressing
it will unlock all doors..  hmm.gif
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I think this is quite standard for Korean car at least.my 10 years old Hyundai dy got this feature.drive certain speed will lock the door automatically.If u try to unlock the door while u driving,it will lock the door again.this is good especially for those family that having kids sitting at the back and playing with the door lock and accidentally open the door.child lock always an option too but I believe few peoples are using it tough.


Added on August 17, 2012, 12:57 am
QUOTE(izputra @ Aug 16 2012, 12:22 PM)
I believe it's purposely design like that. Consider this scenario, let say u driving the car now & out of the sudden the smartkey battery kong & the car immediately cant detect the smartkey & immediately shut down the engine in the middle of the road. Very2 dangerous situation especially on high speed & this is no joke i have to say.

The whole point of the smartkey is for keyless entry & keyless engine start. We can enter & start the car without grabbing the smartkey out of our pocket/handbag or whatsoever. Anyway, without the correct smartkey (with matched immobilizer code), the car wont unlock & also wont start. Otherwise, we can simply use our smartkey to unlock/start all the Forte in this world..lol  tongue.gif


Added on August 16, 2012, 12:24 pm
Actually can drive until the engine is turned off. If they keep refueling, they can drive as far as they can  tongue.gif
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agreed with you.everythng got its pros and crons though.imagine u driving 140kmh anacct smart key battery gone.most likely u will lose control,or might got collision from the back though.

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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 16 2012, 11:52 PM)
Chan Sow Lin..somewhere near Carrefour Jalan Peel..
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I don't think so. It's that place where u eat yr fish head and many smi factories.


Added on August 17, 2012, 1:35 am
QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 16 2012, 11:01 PM)
Heh.. is that the lady called Zainab ? I've mentioned few times since V13 that CSL SC never take note of customers complain seriously. The tagline "family-like care" claimed doesn't work in that SC to solve the annoying issues promptly which shouldn't be happen on new cars after delivery.. They didn't bothered to help me to fix alignment FOC (my salesgirl told me alignment warranty for new car is below 1k km mileage) coz she said "oh.. kereta Encik punye info belum registered masuk kat dlm HQ punya server.. Encik kena dtg lain kali utk buat repair alignment"

Bye bye CSL SC.. although this is the nearest SC available to place I'm staying.. I rather spend 20-30mins time driving to Setapak SC for higher confidence level and satisfied feel after service job done..
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Aiyah! i have booked my 1st 1k km service at CSL SC on 23 Aug sad.gif Hoping for the best rolleyes.gif

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Can we start the car if smartkey battery kong, i know we can manually unlock the car using key,but how to start the car? is there any slot for us to insert our smartkey in forte.there is one inside K5,near glove box.
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same laa ...there's a port for you to plug the key inside the center glove box in case smartkey battery is flat.
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QUOTE(thomas9286 @ Aug 16 2012, 03:53 PM)
Just get my car today, edwin is a superb GOOD SA! service good,good offer! any promise will make it for you,and teach you everything of the car things! next time i want to buy kia car i will buy by edwin also! many thanks!
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For general knowledge. My recent back-to-back road trips FC on 2.0l SX:

1. Trip south to JB, lowest speed 100km/h, highest speed 140km/h, average speed 120km/h, lowest FC number is 7.2 l/km

2. Trip northwest to Cameron, lowest speed 30km/h (Tapah - Cameron road), highest speed 160km/h (short distance), average speed 100km/h, lowest FC number is 8.3 l/km.
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New owner of 1.6sx clear white here.
Just collected my car yesterday from Mr. Loh after me postponed it for 3 days..
Really no hassle and trusted person.
Only dealing with him thru SMS all the way of the process.
Only yesterday met him for the first time.
Just can't believe i owned a forte..

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QUOTE(1000_island @ Aug 17 2012, 10:15 AM)
New owner of 1.6sx clear white here.
Just collected my car yesterday from Mr. Loh after me postponed it for 3 days..
Really no hassle and trusted person.
Only dealing with him thru SMS all the way of the process.
Only yesterday met him for the first time.
Just can't believe i owned a forte..
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QUOTE(1000_island @ Aug 17 2012, 10:15 AM)
New owner of 1.6sx clear white here.
Just collected my car yesterday from Mr. Loh after me postponed it for 3 days..
Really no hassle and trusted person.
Only dealing with him thru SMS all the way of the process.
Only yesterday met him for the first time.
Just can't believe i owned a forte..
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wow, only deal with SA in person once..that's good feedback from user
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QUOTE(1000_island @ Aug 17 2012, 10:15 AM)
New owner of 1.6sx clear white here.
Just collected my car yesterday from Mr. Loh after me postponed it for 3 days..
Really no hassle and trusted person.
Only dealing with him thru SMS all the way of the process.
Only yesterday met him for the first time.
Just can't believe i owned a forte..
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Hi 1000_island,

Thank you for your trust. Hope you and your family enjoy your new ride! Selamat Hari Raya, drive safely always.

Cheers!

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Selamat Hari Raya Aidil Fitri to all muslim Forte owners!! Safe journey and have a great time back in your kampungs!!
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sorry, removed redundant message

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QUOTE(asrulz @ Aug 17 2012, 08:57 AM)
same laa ...there's a port for you to plug the key inside the center glove box in case smartkey battery is flat.
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Thanks..manage to find it..What I mean in K5 the slot is in forward glove box hidden on the right side.when you open the glove box only you can see it.thanks anyway.

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Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri Maaf Zahir Batin to all muslim Forte owner..
To those who will travel.. Have a safe journey..
Its time for a holiday.. Yeahhh!!!!

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QUOTE(chanyo @ Aug 17 2012, 01:29 AM)
I don't think so. It's that place where u eat yr fish head and many smi factories.


Added on August 17, 2012, 1:35 am
Aiyah! i have booked my 1st 1k km service at CSL SC on 23 Aug  sad.gif   Hoping for the best  rolleyes.gif
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I'm not familiar with that CSL place with special landmarks.. yes around SC there is small industrial
and factory.. opposite Audi Parts Centre and Llumar tinting.. fish head there nice ar ? I only pretty much familiar around Jalan Peel..
my 2ndary school days.. hehe..

23rd Aug ? SC open liao meh ? If you're going there for normal car service should be OK good enough.. just that their attitude of Welcoming Customers (sleepy and poker faces) is not warm and friendly enough compare to Setapak SC..
but don't put expectation sky high when summoning them to repair the car "defects"..

Cheers !


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Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri Maaf Zahir Batin to all muslim Forte owner..
To those who will travel.. Have a safe journey..
Its time for a holiday.. Yeahhh!!!!

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Mr. The Ring, Slmt Hari Raya too.. you Muslim ka ?? hehe
I'm not Malay but I wanna Raya also.. kekeke


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Manufacturing defect?

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considered so but to me its minor.. major if the height leveling is not flushed with body panel and the engine cover hood.. definitely need to ask SC to fix it..

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Manufacturing defect?

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considered so but to me its minor.. major if the height leveling is not flushed with body panel and the  engine cover hood.. definitely need to ask SC to fix it..
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It seem like just happened to me. Too bad.
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Added on August 17, 2012, 9:25 pmMr. The Ring, Slmt Hari Raya too.. you Muslim ka ?? hehe
I'm not Malay but I wanna Raya also.. kekeke
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Yup.. I'm a muslim.. Now already balik kampung in johor bahru. Any fortezen here in Johor also?

Everybody are Welcome to my house. But PM me first before come. I might jalan2 cari kuih raya at other house also.. He he..

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QUOTE(suai @ Aug 17 2012, 09:57 PM)
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I am actually quite confused with the picture. Can someone circle the part that is defected?
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SELAMAT HARI RAYA KEPADA SEMUA MUSLIMAT...FORTEZEN..
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the hood & fender of left side not aligned properly with right side
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Welcome all new Forte / Koup enquiries
BEST Deal assured.

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Just got my Forte 1.6SX 3 days ago from Mr. KS Loh Seri Kembangan KIA branch... He gave best deal and helped selected a nice number for me; excellent service. From booking time to bank loan approval & collection time - 10 days, very fast considering it is raya period; He took his time to explain everything to me about the car and what and not I should do to my car.

Thanks Mr KS Loh for the good deal and excellent service. thumbup.gif

Please add me into the owners group too! Thanks
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QUOTE(yruns1 @ Aug 18 2012, 11:20 AM)
Just got my Forte 1.6SX 3 days ago from Mr. KS Loh Seri Kembangan KIA branch...  He gave best deal and helped selected a nice number for me; excellent service. From booking time to bank loan approval & collection time - 10 days, very fast considering it is raya period;  He took his time to explain everything to me about the car and what and not I should do to my car.

Thanks Mr KS Loh for the good deal and excellent service.  thumbup.gif

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post Aug 18 2012, 03:44 PM

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Anybody who has aircond dual zone problem here. Can you explain what you/sc do to overcome this problem?

Did the insulation DIY works to overcome the dual zone heat/cold problem or its for othet issues????
Help needed.
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I got my new baby white 1.6sx yesterday ! please count me in !
Meanwhile, credit to Edwin, aka Motorman. Really appreciate his patience and services during my prosses of owning a Forte. Really did not expected to collect my car before Raya, but somehow, he made it ! Thanks and happy holiday to you, and every forte member here.
Selamat Hari Raya !


Added on August 18, 2012, 3:59 pmgot question, does it normal when turn off engine with the USB music playback, and turn engine on, it won't playback / detect the USB ?

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post Aug 18 2012, 04:24 PM

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QUOTE(marktty @ Aug 18 2012, 07:01 AM)
Yes, manufacturing defect. No QC.. Alignment issue between hood and fender.. Can be fixed. Ask SC to "kiau" the hood and fender into place.
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My car having left pull problem as well. I booked for 1000 km service at Penang JNS. Just wondering will they fix for me without charges?

What is the minimum mileage that my car entitled for FOC to fix the left pull problem?

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post Aug 18 2012, 05:24 PM

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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 18 2012, 03:44 PM)
Anybody who has aircond dual zone  problem here. Can you explain what you/sc do to overcome this problem?

Did the insulation DIY works to overcome the dual zone heat/cold problem or its for othet issues????
Help needed.
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I got the same issue here. I think its a more of the climate control sensor problem. i tried everything but nothing seems to work. finally i tried pulling out the battery cable for a short while and then plug it back....everything was good ...for about a week, then now its back to square 1.
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post Aug 18 2012, 05:37 PM

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QUOTE(g88 @ Aug 18 2012, 04:24 PM)
Don't mislead, misallignment is NOT the same as manufacturing defect  vmad.gif
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Haha. Then we should say is workmanship problem. BTW, is that important to align it back other than aesthetic issue such as car balancing at high speed etc?

One consequences found for this misalignment is the dirt water splash inside the bonnet and cause some yellowish water mark there.


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post Aug 18 2012, 06:15 PM

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QUOTE(bornwilder @ Aug 18 2012, 05:24 PM)
I got the same issue here. I think its a more of the climate control sensor problem. i tried everything but nothing seems to work. finally i tried pulling out the battery cable for a short while and then plug it back....everything was good ...for about a week, then now its back to square 1.
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Mine.. Sometimes on a hot day it just blow a wind at low temperature setting.. Sometimes ok. And sometimes at driver side hot and front passenger side cold.. Even driving at night..


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Dear owners, how does the Forte perform in term of high speed stability and wind noise? How much discount can I expect for the range topping 2.0 variant? Thank you.
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QUOTE(theringbearer74 @ Aug 18 2012, 06:15 PM)
Mine.. Sometimes on a hot day it just blow a wind at low temperature setting.. Sometimes ok. And sometimes at driver side hot and front passenger side cold.. Even driving at night..
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My car also has this same special issue.. even more obvious when temp setting above 22°C..
my preferred default temp is 20 for some reason both side of air blows equaled cold air..


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QUOTE(g88 @ Aug 18 2012, 04:24 PM)
Don't mislead, misallignment is NOT the same as manufacturing defect   vmad.gif
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Can I describe it as.. inconsistent manufacturing QC ? hehe

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post Aug 18 2012, 09:26 PM

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QUOTE(Ah_Bear @ Aug 16 2012, 11:01 PM)
Heh.. is that the lady called Zainab ? I've mentioned few times since V13 that CSL SC never take note of customers complain seriously. The tagline "family-like care" claimed doesn't work in that SC to solve the annoying issues promptly which shouldn't be happen on new cars after delivery.. They didn't bothered to help me to fix alignment FOC (my salesgirl told me alignment warranty for new car is below 1k km mileage) coz she said "oh.. kereta Encik punye info belum registered masuk kat dlm HQ punya server.. Encik kena dtg lain kali utk buat repair alignment"

Bye bye CSL SC.. although this is the nearest SC available to place I'm staying.. I rather spend 20-30mins time driving to Setapak SC for higher confidence level and satisfied feel after service job done..
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Setapak good ah? Guess next week go again. BTW the alignment warranty is 2k I ask jor. I'm 1.3k atm. Hope haven't reach 2k when I send for service. Are they reopen on 8th?
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Dear all,

I'm a new owner to the Kia Forte 6 Speed...barely 2 weeks... do count me in...

nonetheless, I'm facing a prob with opening the car trunk with the rear button on the right hand side of the driver seat...the trunk just don't open for only God knows why.... I have no problem with opening the trunk via the button as provided in the key remote..

Kindly advise and thanks in advance
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QUOTE(dede3313 @ Aug 18 2012, 09:45 PM)
Dear all,

I'm a new owner to the Kia  Forte 6 Speed...barely 2 weeks... do count me in...

nonetheless, I'm facing a prob with opening the car trunk with the rear button on the right hand side of the driver seat...the trunk just don't open for only God knows why.... I have no problem with opening the trunk via the button as provided in the key remote..

Kindly advise and thanks in advance
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Pull the lever up harder. If it breaks, go claim waranty nod.gif
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QUOTE(noobie123 @ Aug 18 2012, 09:26 PM)
Setapak good ah? Guess next week go again. BTW the alignment warranty is 2k I ask jor. I'm 1.3k atm. Hope haven't reach 2k when I send for service. Are they reopen on 8th?
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Not sure bro.. I've asked them they said will be closed for 1 week.. u can try to call Setapak no. on wednesday though.. see whether got human pick up the call onot nod.gif

I'm started to feel abit regretted of using Michelin PS3 tires for nearly 1 month.. road noise is excessive and ride comfort level is not reaching my expectation. Dowan to spend more money just to change tire again.. grumble.gif
PS3 is meant for sporty drivers.. which I am not.. cry.gif


Added on August 19, 2012, 1:43 am
QUOTE(dede3313 @ Aug 18 2012, 09:45 PM)
Dear all,

I'm a new owner to the Kia  Forte 6 Speed...barely 2 weeks... do count me in...

nonetheless, I'm facing a prob with opening the car trunk with the rear button on the right hand side of the driver seat...the trunk just don't open for only God knows why.... I have no problem with opening the trunk via the button as provided in the key remote..

Kindly advise and thanks in advance
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I also need to pull up boot release trunk lever higher and harder when the car is new. Same goes to fuel cap release lever.
After pulling these 2 levers alot of times it will loose abit and does not require much force to pull lever already to open.


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post Aug 19 2012, 03:23 AM

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hi guys.. im buying forte koup waiting for the car to be shipped to sabah now.. anyway any website for ICE customized for kia forte? i wanted to change to build in LCD with gps if possible. or any brand to recommend?
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QUOTE(zedstat @ Aug 19 2012, 03:23 AM)
hi guys.. im buying forte koup waiting for the car to be shipped to sabah now.. anyway any website for ICE customized for kia forte? i wanted to change to build in LCD with gps if possible. or any brand to recommend?
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