wokay bro.. will drive the car and observe first..

WWL..

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Added on January 2, 2013, 11:14 pmYes bro..

so far while my Forte inside their workshop for a week, they managed to correct all the wirings and O2 sensor, replaced new ECU and replaced solenoid valve all under warranty.. and SA asked me to drive and observe my car for a week if problem check light comes back, have to call the SA to order new throttle body part to replaced..

fingers crossed nothing stupid will happen to my car again except all general wear and tear..

P/S: feels so good to drive back my own car.. even my mum's company car Corolla Altis (1.8E) n my superior's Estima doesn't feel that good to drive (engine coarse, less power)



This post has been edited by Ah_Bear: Jan 2 2013, 11:14 PM

My A/C has that sound too when turned on.. there is also quite soft "crok" sound as you turn the temperature knob to adjust temperature.. other cars didn't behave like this though..

This post has been edited by Ah_Bear: Jan 2 2013, 11:26 PM

yeap white colour.. you work there.. ??
I assume the air-cond thingy is normal.. I also realise driver side air-vents blow warmer air
compare to front passenger side if temperature set to 23C above.. ok for me because I don't
like chilly air while I'm driving.. eyes will kering..

Wait.. how do you know that car is mine.. ?? answer me answer me !!

I don't wanna fix that.. if not I will get face freeze while driving..
too bad Forte doesn't have dual climate control A/C..
that's why I've chosen Sportage as second option while surveying new car..

bro.. your amoi pics is distracting me during rushing working hour..
*cabutzzzzz*

Forte stalker detected !!

Your issue no. 1.. I've mentioned on the prev thread.. notice beneath the boot there are 2 black rubber plugs/knobs.. ? with tiny little arrow sign.. ? you can turn or twist both of it clockwise direction using your hand so that it lowers the distance from the bumper and boot latch (easier or less effort to push boot down to close).. turn them counterclockwise if u prefer more push downforce to close the boot.. make sure both position are equal and both side boot gaps are aligned with the rear taillamp..

Your issue no. 2. where did the sound exactly comes from.. ? the upper window or internal door panel?

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Added on January 6, 2013, 1:33 pmdriven my car for 5 days.. so far so good.. everything is fine.. noticed my car acceleration is much quieter and torquey than before, lighter steering, 5% better FC..

the cause of defectives are the wirings to ECU.. they've fixed that.. changed to a new ECU, solenoid valve under warranty.. with a free car wash.. Hehe..

My faith on Naza Kia service = Restored 50%

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Added on January 6, 2013, 1:34 pmyou dowan to make fren with me meh..

This post has been edited by Ah_Bear: Jan 6 2013, 01:39 PM

rear view camera thingy.. I took down the insulation board and use plasticin and masking tape sealed around the plug and socket.. and taped the camera wiring onto the boot metal securely.. because I realised when I'm using the boot very often (open and close) the wiring will shakes hence loosen up the plug on socket connection..

now my rear view camera image stays sharp and clear without any flickering all the time.. hehe.. ! if send to SC I think they won't even give any effort to fix it properly..

to me it's not acceptable.. tinting windows work should always perform in dust free environment.. ie proper enclosed room with aircond

that's why I don't prefer to do tinting at kedai accessories kereta Ah Keong

My office is at Taman Melawati.. hehe

my 2.0 full city drive (80% 40km/h stop and go traffic) RM85 run 450km only.. RON95
and my right foot is as heavy as a bear paw..

Every Forte is the same.. we assumed this is normal for a Forte.. but not normal case for other cars..

Just keep inside in one of the rear seat pocket.. no one could see it..

2.0 got 2 seat pockets.. driver and passenger front seat..
1.6 I tatau oooo..

Forte is covered under 5 years warranty with UNLIMITED KMs mileage.. so far my 9 months old car only claimed ECU and
solenoid valve which takes about 3 working days. The only worry comes when you're not sure whether some SC's foremen and technicians really know
what they're doing or not to repair your car and solve it once and for all when something is wrong with the car. Some buddies here said that Puchong
Kinrara SC is a good one, I need to experience there myself during my next regular service in order for me to comment further.

On the other hand, I had asked for a claim from Setapak SC to change the door catch mechanism because of its "clack" sound when closing my driver's door.
It seems since last year before Raya until now no news from them although I had followed up calls with them very often. They gave me all kinds of excuses.
They are only willing to claim the parts which related to engine/performance and safety for the driver. Minor stuffs they will try to ignore.

Some negatives aside, Forte is a quite an okay car for its driving refinement, comfort and affordability. FC is not bad, not great either. Mine is 2.0
and overall I am satisfied with the drive and performance. Really can't compare with Honda City and Toyota Vios. Even Corolla Altis.
Mazda3 2.0 and Forte 2.0 is on-par, but Civic (previous generation) loses its ride refinement.. Forte has an upper hand on this..

This post has been edited by Ah_Bear: Jan 8 2013, 11:54 PM

I have additional wiring for aftermarket DRL and new horn..
the warranty still valid..

but adding own alarm will affect car's stock immobiliser and keyless push start punya warranty


This post has been edited by Ah_Bear: Jan 9 2013, 04:17 PM

But I saw the felle tap on new wirings for my new dual tone horn wor.. with an additional fuse..
I'm using this..
http://images01.olx.com.my/ui/2/16/43/18361343_1.jpg

bought one from MATRADE car exhibition Bosch roadshow for RM48 + RM10 fuse..
Installation RM15..

total only RM73 for a new horn.. more garang oredi no more original Pikachu horn.. hehehe

front passenger side only -1 or both front wheels also -1.. ?

My advice to you.. DON'T EVER drive your car in that service branch !! S-L-O-W service,
L-A-C-K of automotive knowledge, friendliness,
N-E-V-E-R fix or rectify all your ride imperfection / defects on your brand new car..

full stop