lock KIA FORTE 2023 Features and Functions Guide

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2†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER | *IF EQUIPPEDFORTE FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEOS & QR CODES Inside Front Cover
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview 03Indicators & Warning Lights 04Fuel Economy / Tips for Economical Driving 05Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05Drive Mode Integrated Control System* 06
VEHICLE SETTINGSInstrument Cluster LCD Modes 07Trip Modes / Trip Computer 07Service Interval Mode 08User Set tings - Instrument Cluster* 09Vehicle Set tings - Infotainment System* 09
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) 10Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)* 11Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) 12Safe Exit Warning (SEW)* 13Driver At tention Warning (DAW) 14Leading Vehicle Depar ture Aler t (LVDA)* 15Smar t Cruise Control (SCC)* 16Navigation-based Smar t Cruise Control (NSCC)* 17Cruise Control (CC)* 17Lane Following Assist (LFA) 18Highway Driving Assist (HDA)* 19Rear View Monitor (RVM) 20Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)* 20Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)* 21
DRIVER’S PANELElectronic Stability Control (ESC) 22Instrument Cluster Control 22Hill-star t Assist Control (HAC) 22Engine Star t/Stop But ton* 23
DRIVER’S PANEL CONTINUEDPower Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock 24Power Folding Outside Mirrors* 24Automatic Door Lock/Unlock 24Heated Outside Mirrors* 24Manual Folding Mirrors* 24
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSHeadlights & High Beams 25High Beam Assist (HBA) 25Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 25Windshield Wipers & Washers 26Lifting Wipers (Wiper Service Mode) 26Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel 27
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMSBluetooth® Wireless Technology 2 8 -2 9Audio Controls 29Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® S et up* 30Standard Audio System* 31Kia Connect Activation* 32Kia Connect Assistance* 32Kia Access App Download 33 Kia Access App Features Guide 33 Kia Connect with Navigation* 34
CENTER PANELMultimedia USB Por t, Power Outlets & USB Charger Por ts* 35Digital Clock (Navigation System)* 35 Automatic Climate Control* 36Manual Climate Control* 37Automatic Gear Shift with Spor tmatic® Shifting* (Manual Mode) 38Paddle Shifters* 38Manual Gear Shift* 39Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)* 39
CENTER PANEL CONTINUEDElectronic Parking Brake (EPB)* 40Auto Hold* 40Wireless Smar tphone Charging System* 41
SEATING6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 42Seat Warmers* / Ventilated Seats* 4210-way Power Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 43Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 43Folding Rear Seats* 44Rear Occupant Aler t (ROA) with Door Monitoring 44
OTHER KEY FEATURESMap/Room Lamps 45Sunroof Operation* 45Smar t Key with Remote Star t* 46Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* 47Double-turn Lock/Unlock All 47Smar t Power Trunk* 48Trunk Release Lever and But ton* 49Hood Release Lever and Latch 49Sunvisor 49Fuel Filler Door Release Lever 50Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light) 50Tire Mobility Kit* 50
SAFETY FEATURESSeat Belts 51Child-Protector Rear Door Locks 51 Occupant Detection System (ODS) / Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 51
MAINTENANCE - TURBO 52
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS Inside Back Cover
MAINTENANCE - NON-TURBO Back Cover

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Indicators & Warning Lights
Low Tire Pressure Indicator / TPMS Malfunction Indicator
Electronic Stabilit y Control OFF Indicator
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator

Trunk Open Indicator
Immobilizer Indicator
Electronic Stability Control Indicator

Malfunction Indicator*
Light on Indicator
KEY OUT Indicator*
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Indicator*
Front Fog Lights Indicator*
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Indicator

Safet y Belt Warning Indicator
Door Ajar Warning Indicator

Airbag Warning Indicator

Charging System Warning Indicator

High Beam Indicator

Low Fuel Level Warning Indicator
Cruise Control ON Indicator*
SETCruise Control Set Indicator*
Master Warning Mode*
SPORT Mode Indicator*
Lane Safet y Indicator*
For ward Safet y Warning Light
Washer Fluid Warning Indicator
Electronic Brake Force (EBD) System Warning Indicator (Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
❄Icy Warning Indicator*
Low Beam Indicator
High Beam Assist Indicator*
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
LED Headlamp Warning Light*
SMARTSMART Mode Indicator*
EPBElectronic Parking Brake*
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Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations For more information on the instrument cluster and the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to section 2 in the Owner ’s Manual
This illustration is for demonstration purposes only Some indicators and warning lights may not appear in illustration or be in a different position On the vehicle, they may appear in the LCD
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
INSTRUMENTCLUSTER
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Instrument Cluster’s LCD Display Video
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A
(Appears on LCD in Instrument Cluster)
NORMAL
SMART*
SPORT
SMART, NORMAL and SPORT drive modes A may be changed according to the driver ’s preference or road conditions To cycle through drive modes, press the DRIVE MODE button B
SMART Mode* – When SMART mode is activated, the system automatically selects the drive mode best suited to the current driving style (economic, average, aggressive) A SMART indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster The color of the SMART indicator (green, blue, red) depends on the current driving style To deactivate, press the DRIVE MODE button B again to change the selection to another setting
NORMAL Mode – The system’s default mode is NORMAL mode and is not displayed on the instrument cluster nor the audio system’s screen
SPORT Mode – A red SPORT indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster To deactivate, press the DRIVE MODE button B again to change the selection to another setting DRIVE
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Drive Mode Integrated Control System*
(Located on Center Panel next to Gear Shift)* REMINDERS:
•When SPORT mode is selected, fuel economy may decrease
•Steering effor t may be slightly increased in Spor t mode
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Drive Mode IntegratedControl System Video
QR CODE
In Spor t mode, when engine is turned off, the system will default to NORMAL mode and SPORT mode will need to be selected again when the vehicle restar ts
QUICK TIP
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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User Settings* - Instrument Cluster (Type B/C Cluster set tings)
To enter the User Settings mode on the instrument Cluster LCD screen, ensure vehicle is at a stand still, shift lever is in Park, and Engine Start/Stop button or Key in the ON position Then select User Settings by pressing the Mode/Menu button A
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing the OK button B up or down, and then entering the item by pressing the OK button B
User Settings Modes
Driver Assistance*: •SCC Reaction •Driving Convenience •Warning Timing •Warning Volume •Driver At tention Warning •For ward Safet y •Lane Safet y •Blind-spot Safet y* •Parking Safet yCluster: •Theme Selection •Wiper/Lights Display •Traf fic Signs* •Icy Road Warning •Welcome Sound*Doors: •Automatically Lock •Automatically Unlock •Smar t Trunk* •Two Press Unlock* •Remote Window* •Smar t Trunk*Lights: •One-Touch Turn Signal* •Headlamp Delay* •Ambient Light Brightness* •Ambient Light Color* •High Beam Assist
Sound: •Parking Distance Warning* Volume •Welcome Sound*Service Interval: •Enable Ser vice Inter val •Adjust Interval •ResetConvenience: •Welcome Mirror/Light* •Wireless Charging System* •Seat Easy Access* •Rear Occupant Aler t* •Service Interval •Icy Road Warning*Units: •Speed Unit •Fuel Economy Unit •Temperature Unit •Tire Pressure Unit*Reset: •Reset MenusLanguage*: •Choose Language
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Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided Do not at tempt to change vehicle system set tings while driving
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Vehicle & User Settings Video
Ambient, Mood & Theme Lighting Video
Vehicle Settings* -
Infotainment System
To enter the Vehicle Settings mode in the Infotainment System, press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System Then press Vehicle , which will take you to Vehicle Settings Use the touchscreen to navigate through the menus
Vehicle Settings modes:
Driver Assistance*: •SCC Reaction* •Driving Convenience* •Warning Time* •Warning Volume* •Driver At tention Warning* •For ward Safet y* •Lane Safet y* •Blind-spot Safet y* •Parking Safet y*Climate: •Recirculate Air* •Automatic Ventilation* •Defog/Defrost Options*Lights: •Ambient Light* •One-Touch Turn Signal* •Headlight Display* •High Beam Assist*
Door: •Remote Window Control* •Auto Lock* •Auto Unlock* •Two-Press Unlock* •Smar t Trunk*
Cluster: •Illumination* •Service Interval* •Content Selection* •Welcome Sound*Convenience: •Rear Occupant Aler t* •Wireless Charging System*
QR CODES
VEHICLE SETTINGS
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Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
ENGINESTART
STOP
Engine Start/Stop Button*†7
To start the engine:
1 Depress the brake pedal and/or clutch pedal*
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Press the Engine Start/Stop button while the gear shift is in Park (or while in Neutral for Manual Gear Shift)
To turn the vehicle OFF, press the Engine Start/Stop button
To use the Engine Start/Stop button, the Smart Key fob must be in the vehicle
REMINDERS:

In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the Engine Star t/Stop but ton for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds

If Smar t Key fob bat ter y is dead, you can still star t the engine by pressing the Engine Star t/Stop but ton with the Lock-but ton end of the Smar t Key The Smar t Key must contact the Engine Star t/Stop but ton directly, at a right angle
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
To use electrical accessories:ACC position
– When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Star t/Stop but ton once A
ON position
– When already in the ACC position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Star t/Stop but ton again
– When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the Engine Star t/Stop but ton t wice
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position for extended periods of time without turning the engine on may discharge the vehicle’s bat ter y
QUICK TIPS
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Engine Start/Stop Button& Smart Key Video
QR CODE
DRIVER'S PANEL
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Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock
A Pull/Press to operate Driver ’s & Passenger's Window Auto Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock/Lock All Doors
C Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock/Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved into or out of the P (Park) position Refer to the User Settings on how to turn Auto Door Lock/Unlock on or off
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Heated Outside Mirrors*
Mirror heaters automatically turn ON/OFF at the same time the Rear Window Defroster is turned on or off The Rear Window Defroster button* is
located on climate control system panel
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
(Driver ’s Door)
Button configuration may var y depending on vehicle model
REMINDERS:

When but ton C is pressed, the rear window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
•When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
D Press the L or R buttons to select the mirror to adjust
E Press button arrows left/right or up/down to adjust mirror position
F Toggle button to unfold/fold the outside rearview mirrors Toggle button
to automatically fold/unfold mirrors when:
– Smart Key* lock/unlock buttons are pressed
– Outside door handle button is pressed
– Driver approaches the vehicle with the Smart Key*
REMINDERS:

When mirror but ton F is depressed, press the Lock but ton on the Smar t Key to automatically fold the mirrors
•To lock position of mirrors, toggle switch to the left position

The mirrors will automatically unfold when the Smar t Key* is within close proximit y to the vehicle (if activated in User Set tings)
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Manual Folding Mirrors*
To fold the mirrors in manually, pull the mirror towards the window
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
•Press but ton A again to stop Auto Up/Down function
•While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or par tially open position, a wind buffeting or pulsation noise may be heard This noise is a normal occurrence and can be reduced or eliminated by the following:
– If the noise occurs with one or both of the rear windows down, par tially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
– If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
QUICK TIPS
If needed, pull the mirror firmly until it folds
QUICK TIP
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL
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Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel†2 0
To adjust the Steering Wheel, push down the Lock-Release Lever A and adjust to desired angle B and distance C
When finished, pull up the Lock-Release Lever A to lock Steering Wheel in place
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle
For illustrative purposes only; your steering wheel may differ STEERING WHEEL

CONTROLS
It may be helpful to pull/push bot tom of the Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance
QUICK TIP
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Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel Video
QR CODE
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Kia Access App Download
Go to an app marketplace to download the Kia Access App Once you download the app, make sure you register your vehicle and start an account (refer to Kia Connect Activation page) Get to know your new Kia and the available convenient features on the app
2020 SOULMILEAGE722 mi.
355 miEst. RangeDOOR LOCKSREMOTE STARTFind My Car
•The smar tphone and vehicle need to be connected to a cellular net work with a good wireless signal strength in order to use Kia Connect If these conditions are not met, remote command may not execute or may take a long time It will also affect voice commands such as navigation POI or address search

To use Remote Star t* or Remote Star t* with Climate Control feature, all doors, hood and trunk/liftgate must be closed and locked

When Remote Star t* is activated, if the driver does not enter the vehicle within 10 minutes, the Remote Star t* will turn the engine off
•When using Remote Star t* with Climate Control, turn on for at least a few minutes before get ting into the vehicle, allowing the vehicle interior to reach your desired temperature

The quickest way to obtain accurate vehicle status through the app is by pressing the refresh but ton on the app or refreshing the web page when using the customer web por tal
•In order to preser ve the vehicle bat ter y, Kia Connect will not turn on seven days after the last ignition was on You will need to restar t the vehicle with a key fob in order to use Kia Connect again
QUICK TIPS
The Kia Access App Features Guide is a guide helping you utilize the app to its full potential by detailing how to use each feature and adjust various settings Below are some of the topics included:
•Remote Commands
•Set Climate*
•Schedule Service
•Dealer Settings
•Manage Vehicles and Profiles
Kia Access App Features Guide
Kia App Screen for illustrative purposes only Actual App screen and functionalit y may var y
For fur ther Kia Connect operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide
Kia Connect may be unavailable for model year 2022 and newer vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners kia com for more information
Do not use remote climate control or remote star t if vehicle is in an enclosed area (e g , closed garage) or a par tially enclosed area without ventilation Close all doors leading from adjacent living areas to the vehicle area before executing a remote climate control or remote star t command
Kia Access Features Guide. Click this dynamic QR code to access the guide Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes
Download the Kia Access App by clicking this dynamic QR code Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes
QR CODES
INFOTAINMENTSYSTEMS
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CENTERPANEL
Press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System, then General Press the onscreen Date/Time button to enter the clock settings Then use the onscreen buttons to navigate through setup and return to exit
Digital Clock (Navigation System)*
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets* & USB Charger Ports*
Multimedia USB Port* A
Use the Multimedia USB port to connect USB audio devices and smartphones
Power Outlets* B
Use the power outlets for mobile phones and other devices designed to operate on a 12V (180W max) power outlet
USB Charger Ports* C
Devices can be recharged using a USB cable The Engine Start/Stop button needs to be in the ACC/ON/START position to operate the USB Charger Port
REMINDERS: •
Using the power outlets (accessor y plugs) for prolonged periods of time, with the Engine Star t/Stop but ton in the ACC position (Engine off) may cause the bat ter y to discharge

Use only the charging cables that your device manufacturer supplied Third par t y cables may cause damage to your device
For more information on the Multimedia USB Por t, Power Outlets & USB Charger Por ts, refer to section 4 in the Owner's Manual
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide
(Por ts and power outlets are located on lower par t of Center Panel in front of gear shift and also in the back of the center console; power por ts may be configured differently on your vehicle)
•When needed, Daylight Savings must be enabled in the Clock Set tings screen
•To access the manual date and time set ting, turn GPS Time off in the Clock Set tings
QUICK TIPS
•The power outlets are inactive when ignition is in the off position

The USB data por t (Multimedia USB por t) is located next to the Power Outlets The USB Charger Por ts do not suppor t data transfer

The Multimedia USB Por t in the center panel charges slower than the USB Charger Por ts throughout the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
12V 180W
12V 180W
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Multimedia/Charger USB Ports & Power Outlets Video
QR CODE
CENTER PANEL
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DRIVE
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Seat Warmers
(But tons located near Gear Shift Lever)
6-Way Manual Adjustable
Driver’s Seat*†1 4
Pull lever A to slide Seat forward/backward
Pull lever B up several times to raise Seat Height
Push lever B down several times to lower Seat Height
Pull lever C to adjust Seatback Recline
Seat Warmers*†1 6 / Ventilated Seats*
Seat Warmers button - Press the button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit) Press the button twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
Press the button a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn off Hold button to turn off Seat Warmer
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* button – Press top/bottom of button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)
Press button twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)
Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn off Hold button to turn off the Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats
REMINDER: Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns Refer to the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Do not at tempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving This could result in loss of control of the vehicle
For more information on 6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver ’s Seat operation, refer to section 3 in the Owner ’s Manual
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
DRIVE
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SWarming: Top, Yellow color
Ventilated: Bottom, Blue color
(But tons located near Gear Shift Lever)
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
When adjusting the seat for ward or backwards, ensure the seat clicks or locks into place before driving the vehicle
QUICK TIP
•With the seat warmer switch in the on position, the heating system in the seat turns on or off automatically depending on the seat temperature
•System is OFF when ignition is cycled
QUICK TIPS
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Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat Video
Seat Warmers/Ventilated Seats Video
QR CODE
SEATING
SEATING
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