KIA FORTE 2021 Features and Functions Guide

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(Located left of Steering Wheel)
Instrument Cluster Control
Press left /right side of switch A to adjust the display brightness of the
instrument panel illumination.
REMINDER: Instrument Cluster Control does not change brightness when lights are turned off.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)†7
ESC is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain cornering maneuvers.
It is a good idea to keep ESC turned ON for daily driving whenever possible.
Press ESC OFF button B to disable Traction Control in ESC (ESC OFF indicator
will illuminate).
To turn both Traction Control and Stability Control off, press and hold ESC OFF
button B (ESC OFF indicator will illuminate, and an alert sounds).
REMINDERS:
•ESC is active by default at vehicle startup. When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
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The ESC Indicator Light in the Instrument Cluster will illuminate whenever ESC is in operation
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)†7
HAC can help prevent the vehicle from rolling backward, for two seconds,
when accelerating from a stop while on a steep incline.
HAC automatically activates whether the ESC is OFF or ON but does NOT
activate when the ESC has malfunctioned.
REMINDERS:
•HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
•In the event of HAC system malfunction, see an authorized Kia dealer for service
•HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline

•When HAC is active (e.g., accelerating from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator
•HAC provides a two-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backward
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See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL

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(Located right of Steering Wheel)
Engine Start/Stop Button*†8
To start the engine:
1. Depress the brake pedal
2.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button A while the gear shift is in
P (Park) or N (Neutral)
To turn the engine OFF, press the ENGINE START/STOP button.
To use the ENGINE START/STOP button, you must have the Smart Key
fob on your person.
REMINDERS:
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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 START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds
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If the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly, hold the Smart Key fob up to the ENGINE START/STOP button (Lock button side closest) and press to start engine
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
To use electrical accessories:
ACC position
•When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once
ON position
•When already in the ACC position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again
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When in the OFF position and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or ON position without turning the engine on may discharge the vehicle’s battery
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To view a video on your mobile device, snap these QR Codes or visit the listed website. Refer to inside front cover information.
Engine Start/Stop Button & Smart Key Video
Kia Key Fob Video
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODES
ENGINE
START
STOP
A
DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL

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DRIVER'S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock
A Pull/Press to operate Driver’s and Front Passenger’s Windows Auto-Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock /Lock All Doors
C Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows / activate Electronic
Child Safety Lock System
REMINDER: When C is pressed, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Auto 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 in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on how to
turn Auto Door Lock /Unlock ON/OFF.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors*
Mirror heaters controlled with Rear Defroster. Use mirror to
defog/deice side mirrors.
Move toggle switch D left or right to select mirror. Then
press arrows E left /right or up/down to adjust mirror
position.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Electronic Child Safety Lock System
Press button C to lock the rear passenger doors. An
indicator will illuminate showing the system is active.
This system is on by default, and then activated once the
button C is pressed. To deactivate, press the button again.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Rear Door Locks
If the inner door handle is pulled once when the door is
locked, the door will unlock. If the inner door handle is
pulled once more, the door will open.
Press button again to stop Auto-Up/Down function.
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To open the Rear Doors, pull the inner door handles two times.
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Manual Folding Mirrors*
To fold the mirrors in manually, pull the
mirror towards the window.
If needed, pull the mirror firmly until it folds
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L RL R
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E
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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While driving with the rear windows down or with the sunroof* in an open or partially 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, partially lower both front windows approximately 1 inch
• If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Daytime Running Lights (DRL) - DRL may help others to see the
front of your vehicle during the day. The lights will turn on automatically
when the ignition or Engine Start /Stop button is ON and the headlight
switch is in the AUTO position, unless one of the following occurs:
• Headlights are on
• Parking brake is applied
• Engine is turned off
• Switch is in the DRL OFF position
Headlight position
Parking light position
AUTO*Auto Light / HBA
OFFOFF position
Headlights & High Beams
To o p e r a t e :
•Rotate lever A to change the Headlight function
•Push lever to turn High Beams ON B
•Pull lever to flash Headlights/High Beams B
REMINDERS:
• High Beam Assist does not operate below certain speeds, or in some lighting and driving conditions. Please be aware of your surroundings and exercise proper road etiquette when operating a vehicle using the high beams
• DRL only operates during the daytime
• HBA will operate when vehicle speed exceeds 25 mph
• If the lever is pushed away from you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off and the high beams will be on continuously. If the lever is pulled toward you while HBA is operational, HBA will turn off
• If the light switch is switched to the headlight position, HBA will turn off and low beams will be on continuously
• When the HBA indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster, the HBA is not working properly. See an authorized Kia dealer for service
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
AUTO Light position – When the light switch is in the AUTO Light position, the taillights and headlights
will turn ON/OFF automatically depending on the amount of light outside the vehicle.
High Beam Assist (HBA) – High Beam Assist is designed to automatically adjust the headlight range by
switching between high and low beams based on light detected from other vehicles and road conditions.
To enable HBA, toggle the light switch to the AUTO Light position and turn on the high beams by pushing
the lever away from you. The High Beam Assist indicator will illuminate.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Turn Signals & Fog Lights*
To o p e r a t e :
• Turn Signals - Move lever D Up/Down for Right /Left Turn Signal
• Fog Lights - Press switch up/down to turn Fog Lights ON/OFF
REMINDER: Headlights must be ON for fog light operation.
One-Touch Lane Change Signal is activated by
briefly pressing the Turn Signal Lever slightly for
less than 1 second and then releasing E. The lane
change signal will blink 3 times.
To change how many times the Lane Change Signal
blinks (3/5/7), go to User Settings Mode in the LCD
Instrument Cluster modes.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Lifting Wipers (Wiper Service Mode)
To lift the windshield wipers to clean windshield, inspect or replace
wiper blades or raise wipers in snow/ice conditions without damaging
the hood, the blades need to be moved to the service position C to
prevent damaging the hood.
With the ignition ON, turn the ignition OFF, and within 20 seconds
move the wiper switch to the MIST position B and hold the switch
for more than two seconds until the
wiper blade is in the fully up position.
To return wipers to normal position,
turn the ignition ON, then activate
M I S T.
Refer to section 7 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Wiper Service Mode Video
To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website. Refer to inside front cover information.
QR CODE
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
OFFAUTO
OFFAUTO
M I S T: Single wipeOFF: Wiper offI N T: Intermittent wipeLO: Slow wipeHI: Fast wipe
Windshield Wipers & Washers
To o p e r a t e :
•Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes
•Press switch A Up/Down to adjust
Intermittent Wipe Speed to Fast/Slow
•Pull lever to spray and wipe
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•Pressing lever up increases Intermittent wipe frequency and wipe speed. Pressing lever down decreases frequency of wipes •Set the wiper to OFF position when the wiper is not in use
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See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.

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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Smart Cruise Control (SCC) Video
To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website. Refer to inside front cover information.
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODE
SCC is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)† 6 a , 21
Smart Cruise Control (SCC) is designed to maintain a predetermined distance from vehicles detected ahead by automatically
adjusting the driving speed as needed. When traffic is detected, the vehicle will slow down to maintain a set distance behind
traffic without depressing the accelerator or brake pedal.
With SCC on and activated and the vehicle distance set, when the system detects a vehicle slowing or stopping, the system can
bring the vehicle to a complete stop. When the vehicle ahead starts to move forward, SCC re-engages. If the vehicle ahead stops for
more than 3 seconds, the accelerator pedal or the RES+ button must be pressed to start moving the vehicle.
To set/adjust the SCC speed:
•Accelerate/decelerate to the desired speed
•Press the Driving Assist button A to turn system ON and set speed. The CRUISE
indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster and the set speed will automatically
activate at the vehicle’s current speed
•Press the button B inward to pause/resume the cruise control
•Press the +/- button B up/down to increase/decrease the set speed. The SET indicator
light, set speed and vehicle distance will illuminate on the instrument cluster’s LCD
screen
To set the vehicle distance: Press the Vehicle Distance button C on the steering
wheel. Scroll through the selections and the vehicle-to-vehicle distance image changes
and displays on the Instrument Cluster LCD.
To pause/resume SCC operation: Press the button B to pause or resume Cruise Control.
To turn SCC system OFF: Press the Driving Assist button A. The CRUISE indicator on the
instrument cluster will turn OFF.
To adjust the sensitivity of SCC: Press the mode button D on the Steering Wheel. With the OK
button E, select Drive Assistance, then SCC Response. Then select Fast, Normal or Slow.
To change the cruise control mode from SCC to standard cruise control, press and hold
button C. Repeat to switch back to SCC mode (the SCC system must not be activated
to change modes).
( Type B Steering Wheel buttons)
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Smart Cruise Control (SCC)† 6 a , 21 (continued)
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• Pressing the brake pedal cancels the SCC operation
• For SCC to operate:
– When no vehicle is in front, you must be traveling at a minimum speed of 5 mph
– When following a vehicle, there is no minimum speed requirement
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REMINDERS:
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If SCC is left on, it can be activated inadvertently. Keep the system off when not in use to avoid setting a speed which the driver is not aware of
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SCC is also canceled when the driver’s door is opened, gear shift is changed out of D (Drive), EPB is activated and various other conditions. See Owner’s Manual for other conditions
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Keep the system off when not in use to avoid setting a speed which the driver is not aware of
Cruise Control (CC)†21
A Driving Assist button: Press to turn the Cruise Control on/off
B +/- button: Press + up to increase and set speed.
Press – down to decrease and set speed.
C Pause/Resume button: Press to pause Cruise Control. Press
again to resume Cruise Control.
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Images are for illustrative purposes only. Buttons and button arrangement may vary on actual vehicle.
• Cruise Control is designed to function above 20 mph
•Cruise Control will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after ignition ON or engine start
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( Type A; Buttons located on Steering Wheel)
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
CRUISE65mphAUTO
(Display on LCD screen)
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC)*†6a
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control can automatically adjust the vehicle speed when
it detects a curved road ahead and when it receives road information from the navigation
system.
To turn on NSCC, go to the User Settings in the instrument cluster or the Vehicle Settings* in
the audio head unit, by selecting Driving Assistance, Highway Auto Speed Change. When SCC
is on and operating, and NSCC is turned on, then NSCC is enabled and the AUTO icon A will
illuminate white on the Instrument Cluster.
When NSCC detects a curve ahead, activates and reduces the vehicle speed, the AUTO
icon A will turn green. When the vehicle passes the curved road, the vehicle may return to
its previously set SCC speed.
Autoset (Automatic change of set speed) – NSCC automatically changes the set speed of
Smart Cruise Control using the speed limit information of the navigation system* to help you
drive at a safe speed.
REMINDERS:
•When the ignition is cycled, the system returns to its previous on or off state
•When SCC is turned on and operating, NSCC may activate
•NSCC requires an active navigation subscription
•NSCC is only available on controlled access roads and highways
See section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information. For more setting information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide.
NSCC is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving. It is the responsibility of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead.
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
(Located below gear shift)
Heated Steering Wheel Button*
Press button A to turn ON/OFF the
steering wheel heater, while the
ignition or Engine Start /Stop button
is in the ON position.
The steering wheel heater will turn
off automatically in 30 minutes or
when the button is pressed again to
deactivate.
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel†2 3
To adjust the Steering Wheel, push the lock-release lever B down and adjust
to the desired angle C and distance D.
When finished, pull the lock-release lever B up to lock Steering Wheel in place.

It may be helpful to pull/push the bottom of the Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle.
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For illustrative purposes only; your steering wheel may differ.
REMINDER: If the steering wheel becomes too warm, turn the system off. The heated steering wheel may cause burns even at low temperatures, especially if used for long periods of time.
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Do not adjust the steering wheel while driving as this may cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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Bluetooth® Wireless Technology† 5 , 21
A Volume button: Press up/down to raise/lower speaker volume
Mute button: Press to mute the microphone during a call and to mute the
audio system speakers, or to pause Bluetooth® streaming media
B Talk button: Press to activate voice recognition/bring up menus/place calls
with minimal voice command prompts from the system. Press and hold to
exit voice recognition
UVO link with Navigation system* – When enrolled with a UVO link
subscription, press this button to activate the UVO Voice Assist to use
navigation guidance and search destinations
When using the voice command feature, wait for the system BEEP before speaking the command.
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•The system can register or pair multiple Bluetooth devices. See the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide for more information on setup and limitations
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Phone book transfer upload time varies by phone model and with number of phone book entries
•Because of differences in phone quality, service providers and Bluetooth® Wireless Technology chip programming, functionality may differ from one phone to another
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C Receive/Place Call button: Press to receive/place calls.
If no phone is paired, press button to pair a phone
D End Call button: Press to end a call, reject an incoming call or cancel
a function
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving.
For more information on the audio system, if equipped, refer to the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual or the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide. For Bluetooth® Wireless Technology FAQs, go to www.kia.com, or call Consumer Information for Bluetooth® Technology at (800) 333-4KIA. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for more specific Bluetooth® Wireless Technology phone pairing and operation instructions.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
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