Err..brake cable and brake hoses perform different functions, though they are in the same system (vehicle brake system).
Also, I believe modern cars doesn't utilize brake cables anymore

EDIT: LOLs, my reply above doesn't apply anymore coz u beat me to it.

Care to elaborate in further detail?
Like brake pedal feel (during and before engaging Reverse)?
Abnormal sound, etc.?

EDIT: It should be ABS or Electronic sensor problem.

This post has been edited by rompers: Jul 2 2013, 01:43 PM

Bro, try reading up on ACHILLES Tyres.
I must be honest and admit that I've not used them before, but based on reviews (online and from my friend whom drives a 328 with it), it seems to be the most impresseve tyre for its price range.

Here's the company's Malaysian webpage for your convenience:
http://www.achillesradial.com/en/tires

PS - Pls don't shoot me if the availability of these tyres are limited due to the lack of popularity (maybe not because they aren't good, but yet to be famous).

I'm experiencing a muted but distinct sound during medium acceleration from standstill.
I don't think/hope it is not coming from the engine. I'll need to investigate further.

Bro Dvinez, you meant that we (FORTE owners of certain year batches) can request for a change of the AIR-COND Compressor even it is working well (except for some suspected noise)?

Please
If what you are saying is true, I'll want to get a new compressor too coz I heard a few other FORTE owners were experiencing faulty compressors after 2yrs of ownership

The KIA ROADSHOW @ 1UTAMA; will it still be there on 6 & 7-July 2013 (Saturday & Sunday)?

Bro Epo, see Post#1506:
https://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2581789/+1500

Oh no!
My Forte is now plagued by the 'Helicopter' sound syndrome.

Situation where the helicopter sound occurs:

1) During acceleration of the vehicle (at low RPM range: between 1K to 2.5K RPM mark)

2) Accelarating/Revving the engine whilst stationary (gear shift in Neutral mode) at the same RPM range.

NOTE - I've tried revving/accelerating with both the Air-Cond turned on & off. As such, I'm not entirely convinced that this is an Air-Cond Compressor issue

My conclusion:
It shouldn't be the stabilizer link as te helicopter sound can be heard even during stationary throttle revs.
However, I've yet to be able to pinpoint the exact cause of the sound/noise.

Anybody has any other opinions?

Bro, here's the answer I found in the net:
http://www.forteforums.com/forums/do-yours...lant-flush.html

6L is the answer. If the fella tipu me..it means I tipu u also lah


BTW, no one has any other opinion on the 'helicopter' issue/sound?

Most, if not all SCs/Mechs will use regular tap water (some filtered, but most unfiltered) to fill up your radiator.
There's nothing wrong with that.

However, for fussy types like us (myself included), we prefer filtered or better yet boiled-filtered water. This should help (somewhat) prolong the vehicle's engine cooling system.

I'd suggest never to use distilled water as it is oxygen hungry(?), hence the water may actively attract oxygen molecules. I could be wrong here. Pls do some science research online and educate me here as well. I'd do the research some other day myself coz am a lil preoccupied at the moment

Need help correcting your vehicle's rear alignment? Try Ah Kit Alignment @ Sunway PJS (a.k.a. Jalan Horsepower).

The shop has the equipment.
If you need me to bring you to intro, just Whatsapp me.
But be forewarned that their price is not cheap (Sunway punya price rates).

Pls elaborate on the disk formatting (i.e. - NTFS, FAT, FAT32, exFAT) which you've chosen and how your file storage system works (i.e.- file folder/directory levels).

This post has been edited by rompers: Jul 15 2013, 07:16 AM

I'm not sure if what I'm saying is gonna be relevant, but pls also take into account the time you idle your car whilst waiting for your wife/gf/family/etc.

Idling your engine does contribute towards a high FC reading as well

Don't forget to set the Target Filepath under your HU 'Settings'

Your issues & my feedback:

1) Pretty common problem.

2) Have never heard of any other Forte owner encountering the same. I suspect the cause to be a disconnected Air-Conditioner system hose.

3) Check to see if your Air-Conditioner fan motor is workin properly. A faulty air-cond thermostat could also be the problem.

Good luck!

Good to hear that you've sorted most of the problems

Now, whilst I'm not entirely sure if it'll help, a friend of mine had the same issue before (disconnected condenser hose in the car cabin) and he used Thirsty Hippo + Baking soda (in a muslin sachet) to dehydrate the car cabin.

Your YOKO C-Drive 215/50/R17..how much and which shop exactly?

Bro Dvinez, are u from Muar?

You are right. Spring buffers retards the motion of the springs and significantly reduces the load on absorbers.

My take on the switch to BLM springs, etc.:
Try doing some research first on the kerb weight of each vehicle before swapping the springs.
Also, check to see if once you've switched the springs, will your Forte 'nose-dive' everytime you hit the brakes?
There are reasons why the Forte (or any other vehicle for that matter)'s suspension system is set up in such a way.

PS - Just my thoughts through my own experience