KIA FORTE 2021 Features and Functions Guide

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Automatic Climate Control ( Type B)
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost- Level
REMINDERS:
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Continuous use of the climate control system in the recirculated air position may allow humidity to increase inside the vehicle which may fog the glass and obscure visibility
•
Pressing any button during AUTO operation will deactivate the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for Temperature Control
•
When in AUTO mode, Air Flow mode and Fan Speed do not display on the Climate Control Display
•
Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)

•Defrost mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent to help dehumidify the air and improve Defroster performance
•During Auto Operation, the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate. The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically be engaged at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity
•Keep the inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging

QUICK TIPS
Climate Control Auto Function
1. Select AUTO for Full Auto Operation. Press
once for the air flow high setting, twice for
medium setting and once more for the lower
setting. The AUTO setting automatically
controls the airflow modes, fan speeds, air
intake and air conditioning according to the
temperature setting selected
2. Set desired Temperature
3. Press SYNC to synchronize driver and
passenger temperature
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press the Mode
selection buttons:
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1. Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2. Set Temperature to Hot
3. Press the Front Defrost button
Defog Inside Windshield:
1. Set Fan Speed to highest position
2. Set Temperature to highest position
3. Press the Front Defrost button
Fan speed control buttons
Rear windshield defroster buttonFront windshield defroster buttonAir flow mode selection button
Passenger’s temperature control knob
Air conditioning on/off button
Recirculated air buttonAir intake button
Dual temperature control button
System off button
Driver’s temperature control knobAutomatic climate control button
12VUSB180W
AUTO
OFF SYNC
FRONT
REAR
Auto Defogging System (ADS) Video
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Auto Defogging System (ADS):
Auto defogging is designed to reduce the fogging up of the inside of the
windshield by automatically sensing the moisture of the inside of the windshield.
The system will automatically change to defrost mode when needed.
Auto Defogging is set ON by default and will operate when the Climate Control system is ON. To cancel Auto
Defogging, press the Front Defrost button for three seconds, when the ignition is in on (ADS OFF icon will
illuminate). To turn Auto Defogging on again, press the Front Defrost button for three seconds.
Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
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The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes
an electric motor to engage the parking brake.
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB
switch A. Ensure that the indicator light is
illuminated on the instrument cluster.
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the
shifter is placed in Reverse or Drive.
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the
EPB switch A, with the ignition switch in the ON position. Ensure
that the indicator light is OFF.
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at
a standstill even though the brake pedal is not
depressed after the driver brings the vehicle to a
complete stop by depressing the brake pedal. Auto
Hold can be turned ON/OFF using the AUTO HOLD
button B on the center panel below the gear shift.
Before Auto Hold will operate, the driver’s door,
engine hood and trunk must be closed.
The AUTO HOLD indicator on the Instrument
Cluster has four states:
White: Standby – With vehicle in Park and at a
standstill, when the AUTO HOLD button B
is pressed on, the indicator will illuminate white.
While driving the vehicle (vehicle is not at a
standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will remain white.
Green: Engaged – When coming to a complete
stop by depressing the brake pedal, the Auto Hold
indicator changes from white to green.
Off (not illuminated) – The indicator will turn OFF when the AUTO HOLD button B is manually pressed OFF or when the EPB is manually turned ON.
Yellow: Malfunction – When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may be a
system malfunction. Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer.
REMINDERS:
• Auto Hold only operates when vehicle is in Drive or Neutral. Auto Hold turns off when the ignition is cycled
• To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle
• Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped. Always pay attention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) Video
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AUTO
HOLD
OFF
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASEP
R
N D
+
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DRIVE
MODE
(Located below gear shift)
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)Auto Hold

•When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
•Pull up and hold EPB switch for 3 seconds to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
•If parked on a steep incline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application
QUICK TIPS
REMINDERS:
•
As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
•
If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
•
A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
Refer to page 4 for location of Instrument Cluster indicators. Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information. For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
AB
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•Press brake pedal and depress release lock button to move gearshift from N to P, N to R or from P to any gear •Manual mode downshifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down. When the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected
QUICK TIPS
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
[+]: Manual Mode Upshift
[–]: Manual Mode Downshift
D: Drive
Manual Mode: To enter Manual mode, move shift lever
from D to left gate A.
To shift while in Manual mode, move shift lever up [+]
to upshift or down [–] to downshift.
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting†2 0
Paddle Shifters*
Paddle Shifters are operable when the shift lever is moved into the left gate of the D position
(Manual mode).
Paddle Shifting: Pull the [+] or [-] paddle shifter once to shift up or down one gear.
REMINDER: When in Manual mode, pulling the left and right paddle shifters at the same time will NOT shift gears.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
DRIVE
MODE
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
P
R
N D
+
_
(Paddles on rear side of steering wheel)
Sportmatic® Shifting Video
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A
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Seat Warmers*†1 8
Toggle button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit), again for medium setting
(2 LEDs lit), again for low setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF.
Seat Warmers*†1 8 / Ventilated Seats*
Seat Warmers - Press top of button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit),
again for medium setting (2 LEDs lit), again for low setting (1 LED lit)
and again to turn OFF.
Ventilated Seats - Press bottom of button once for high setting
(3 LEDs lit), again for medium setting (2 LEDs lit), again for low
setting (1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF.

•With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns OFF or ON automatically depending on the seat temperature
•System is OFF by default. To turn system ON again, press the Heated Steering Wheel button
•When the Climate Control System’s temperature is turned up to high heat, the Seat Warmers turn on automatically
QUICK TIPS
REMINDER: Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns. Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Yellow Color: Warming
AUTO
HOLD
DRIVE
MODE
OFF
VIEW
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
P
R
N D
+
_
Yellow Color: WarmingBlue Color: Ventilating
AUTO
HOLD
OFF
VIEW
SHIFT
LOCK
RELEASE
P
R
N D
+
_
DRIVE
MODE
Heated and Ventilated Seats Video
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For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)*
Some Kia vehicles are equipped with Dual Clutch
Transmission (DCT ) for automatic transmissions.
The following are unique driving tips for the Dual
Clutch Transmission:
• To hold the vehicle stationary on an incline,
the service brake or parking brake MUST be
used or the gear shift MUST be in the (P) Park
position. If the vehicle is held stationary by
applying the accelerator pedal on a slope, the
clutch/transmission may overheat, resulting in
damage
• Avoid aggressive launches on steep grades
as this may result in an overheated clutch and
transmission
• A slight time lag may be experienced at takeoff
from standstill during aggressive acceleration
maneuvers
If the clutch is overheating, an amber warning
light* will be displayed in the instrument
clu s t er. Should this condition occur, pull over
and place the vehicle in Park and idle the
engine.
Refer to section 5 in the Owner’s Manual for additional information on DCT operation or call Kia Consumer Affairs for additional information.
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SeatbackLumbarSeatSeat Cushion
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat*†1 6
Move/Press controls to adjust Seat forward/backward, Seat Cushion
tilt up/down, Seatback forward/backward or Lumbar up/down/
forward/backward.
REMINDER: Do not attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Refer to section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
D
DD
E
E
F
F
SET
1
2
Driver Position Memory System†1 6
The integrated system stores into memory the position of the Driver’s
Seat and the Outside Rearview Mirrors.
To store a seating position into memory, first place the shifter into P
(Park) while the ignition is ON. Then:
1. Adjust the driver’s seat and outside mirrors
2. Press the SET button A on the control panel. System will beep once
3. Press one of the memory buttons B within 5 seconds. The system
will beep twice when memory has been stored
4. “Driver (1 or 2) set is memorized” will appear on the instrument
cluster LCD screen
REMINDER: Do not attempt to operate the driver position memory system while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
(Buttons located on Driver’s Door Panel)
A
B
Refer to section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.SEATING
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6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat*†1 6
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.
Press D to adjust Lumbar support.

When adjusting seat forward or backward, ensure seat clicks or locks into place before driving vehicle.
QUICK TIP
Do not attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
Refer to section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment†9
To raise headrest: Pull headrest up to the desired position.
To lower headrest: Press lock E, then press the headrest down.
REMINDERS:
• Button may be hard to see if headrest is in its lowest position
• Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed. Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in an accident
AB
C
D
E
Refer to section 3 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
SEATING
SEATING
Check rear seats
: Alarm OffOK
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Door Monitoring
The Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) with Door Monitoring can help alert the driver when
a rear passenger may be left in the vehicle. The alert will be a message on the
Instrument Cluster stating to “Check rear seats” F and a chime will sound.
The factory default is set to OFF. To turn the system ON or OFF, go to User Settings
in the Instrument cluster or Vehicle Settings*, on the audio head unit select
Convenience, then Rear Occupant Alert and check /uncheck the box.
REMINDER: Always be sure to check the passenger areas before leaving the vehicle.
ROA is not a substitute for one’s attention. Always check the vehicle’s interior before exiting.
See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
Image is for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.
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Automatic turn off function*
The interior lights automatically
turn off approximately 30 seconds
after the ignition or Engine Start /
Stop button* is OFF.
Map Lamp/Room Lamp
Operation – Push the lens A to
turn the map lamp ON/OFF. This
light produces a spot beam for
convenient use as a map lamp or as
a personal lamp for the driver or the
front passenger.
Map/Room Lamp Button –
Press button B to turn the front
and rear room lamps on and off.
Door Mode Button – Press button C to enable or disable Door
Mode. In Door Mode, the map and room lamps turn on when any
door is opened. When all doors are locked or the ignition is on, the
map and room lamp will turn off immediately.
Rear Room Lamps – Press the button D to turn the rear passenger
lamp ON/OFF.
Panoramic Sunroof with
Power Sunshade*
The Sunroof and Sunshade operation is
controlled through a multi-directional switch/
lever. The ignition or Engine Start /Stop button*
needs to be in the ON position to operate the
sunroof.
To slide the sunshade and sunroof:
• Auto Open: Slide the lever E backward to the
farthest position and release
• Auto Close (sunroof only): Slide the lever E
forward to the farthest position and release
To slide the sunshade only:
• Open: Slide the lever E partially backward to
the first detent position and release
• Auto Close: Slide the lever E partially forward to the first detent position
and release
To slide the sunroof (with sunshade open):
• Open: Slide the lever E backward to the first detent position and release
• Close: Slide the lever E forward to the first detent position and release to
close sunroof glass only. Slide the lever forward to the farthest position and
release to close sunroof glass and sunshade
To tilt the sunroof:
• Raise: Push lever E upward
• Lower: Push lever E forward
• When doors are unlocked by the Smart Key, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds
• If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds after the system is in armed stage
• Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge
QUICK TIP To stop the sunroof/sunshade at any position, push or pull the sunroof control lever in any direction.
QUICK TIP
REMINDER: Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while sunroof is open.
PASSENGER
AIR BAGOFF
( Type B)
Map/Room Lamps Sunroof Operation Video
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For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
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A Press to lock All Doors
B Press to unlock Driver’s Door. Press twice in 4 seconds
to unlock All Doors
C Press and hold to open Trunk. Then lift by the handle
REMINDER: Trunk lid will partially open. To fully open, lift up manually. The Trunk unlocks when the Smart Key fob is within close proximity to the vehicle.
D Press and hold more than 1 second for Panic Alarm.
To turn off Alarm, press any button
E Press to release Mechanical Key (on reverse side of fob)
F Mechanical Key
G Remote Start* / Climate Control*: Press for more than
two (2) seconds within four (4) seconds after locking
doors to start the vehicle. Press once to turn off
Automatic Climate Control System*: Climate control
system automatically sets temperature to 72°F
Driver’s Door Lock/Unlock button H:
•
Press button once to unlock Driver’s Door
•Press again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
Mechanical Key: Use to unlock /lock Driver’s Door:
1. Pull out door handle
2. Remove door handle keyhole cover with Mechanical Key by pressing
up into slot as shown I
3. Insert Mechanical Key J and turn right to Unlock Driver’s Door
4. Turn twice within 4 seconds to Unlock All Doors
5. Insert Mechanical Key and turn left to Lock All Doors
6. Return keyhole cover to its original position
Note: Use to unlock trunk, lock glove box* and to turn Child Protector
Rear-Door Locks.
( Type B handle shown)
Smart Key*†8

•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
•The Smart Key’s signal can be blocked by the normal operation of a cell phone or smartphone. To help prevent this, store each device separately
QUICK TIPS
REMINDER: When reinserting the mechanical key, ensure it is pushed all the way in until you hear a click.
REMINDER: Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options.
To view videos 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
Key Fob Video
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QR CODES
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary. See section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information.
HOLD
HOLD
HOLD
A
B
H
I
J
C
D
E
F
G
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One-Click Fuel Cap Video
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Lock
Unlock
Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)*Fuel Cap / Malfunction
Indicator (Check Engine Light)
Fuel Filler Door Release
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent Malfunction
Indicator from illuminating.
To open the Fuel Door, turn off the engine and ensure driver’s door is
unlocked. Press on the right center edge F of the Fuel Filler Door.
REMINDERS:
•
Vehicle must be unlocked first before attempting to open fuel door
•
It is normal to hear one click when tightening and for the Fuel Cap to click back when released
A Press to release Folding Key
B Press to lock All Doors
C Press to unlock Driver’s Door.
Press twice in 4 seconds to
unlock All Doors
D Press and hold to unlock Trunk
and manually open
E Press and hold more than 1
second for Panic Alarm. To turn
off Alarm, press any button
Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options.
Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All
•Turn clockwise once to unlock Driver’s Door
•Turn clockwise again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
•Turn counterclockwise once to lock All Doors
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
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HOLDD
C
BA
E
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Trunk Release Buttons
Press the button A to unlock the Trunk (located to the left of the
steering wheel).
With the Trunk unlocked, press the
exterior Trunk Release button B (located
underneath the Trunk lid) and pull the
Trunk lid up by the handle to open.
Smart Trunk with Auto Open*†1 4
When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are within close proximity of the
back of the vehicle, the hazard warning lights will blink and a chime will sound for
about 3 seconds as an alert that the Smart Trunk is about to open.
Then the alert system will blink and chime two additional times before opening the
Smart Trunk.
The Smart Trunk feature is OFF by default. To enable the Smart Trunk, go to User
Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes or Vehicle Settings* in the audio head
unit (vehicles with Navigation).
During the Smart Trunk alert, the Smart Power Trunk can be deactivated with the Smart Key by pressing any button on the key fob.
QUICK TIPS

•The Trunk must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Trunk Release Button •Smart Key* - The Trunk unlocks automatically, can then be opened manually, (tail lights flash two times), and automatically locks when closed (tail lights flash one time), when the Smart Key fob* is within close proximity to the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
REMINDERS:
•
The Smart Key must be outside of the vehicle for the Smart Power Trunk to operate
•All doors are closed and locked after about 15 seconds
•
The Smart Trunk feature will not operate when the doors are recently closed and locked, and the Smart Key is still detected after 15 seconds near the vehicle or within 60 inches of the door handles, a door is not locked or closed, or the Smart Key is in the vehicle
•
Press any button on the Smart Key fob during the Detect and Alert stage to deactivate the Smart Power Trunk function
•
When the ignition is on, the Smart Trunk will only operate with the gear shift in the Park (P) position
•Ensure obstacles and people are out of the way of the Smart Trunk
For more information on the S mar t Trunk operation, please refer to the Owner's Manual.
For illustrative purposes only. Your actual display, buttons and/or features may vary.
HOLD
HOLD
HOLD
A
B
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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