2014 KIA Forte Owner's Manual

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Commands available during
FM, AM radio operation Commands that can be
used while listening to Satellite Radio.
Command Function
Preset 1~6 Plays the broadcast station saved in Preset 1~6.
Auto Store A utomatically selects radio broadcast fre-
quencies with superior reception and saves in
Presets 1~6.
Seek up Plays the next (higher) receivable broadcast.
Seek down Plays the previous (lower) receivable broadcast.
Scan Scans receivable frequencies from the current
broadcast and plays for 10 seconds each.
Preset Scan Moves to the next preset from the current
present and plays for 10 seconds each.
Information Displays the information of the current broad- cast.(This feature can be used when receiving
RBDS broadcasts.)
Command Function
Scan Scans receivable channels from the current
broadcast and plays for 10 seconds each.
Preset 1~6 Plays the broadcast saved in Preset 1~6.
Information Displays the information of the current broad-
cast.

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Commands available duringAudio CD operation Commands available dur-
ing USB and MP3 CD operation
Command Function
Random Randomly plays the tracks within the CD.
Random Off Cancels random play to play tracks in sequen-
tial order.
RepeatRepeats the current track.
Repeat Off Cancels repeat play to play tracks in sequen-
tial order.
Scan Scans the tracks from the next track for 10
seconds each.
Track 1~30 Plays the desired track number.
Information Displays the information screen of the current
track.
Command Function
Random Randomly plays the files within the current
folder.
All Random Randomly plays all saved files.
Random Off Cancels random play to play files in sequential
order.
Repeat Repeats the current file.
Folder Repeat Repeats all files in the current folder.
Repeat Off Cancels repeat play to play files in sequential
order.
Next File Plays the next file.
Previous File Plays the previous file.
Scan Scans the files from the next files for 10 sec-
onds each.
Information Displays the information screen of the current
file.
Copy Copies the current file into My Music.

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®Commands: Commands available during iPod®
operation Commands available during
My Music operation
Command Function
Random Randomly plays the songs within the current
category.
Random Off Cancels random play to play songs in sequen-
tial order.
Repeat Repeats the current song.
Repeat Off Cancels repeat play to play songs in sequen-
tial order.
Information Displays the information screen of the current
song.
Command Function
Random Randomly plays all saved files.
Random Off Cancels random play to play files in sequential
order.
RepeatRepeats the current file.
Repeat Off Cancels repeat play to play files in sequential
order.
Scan Scans the files from the next files for 10 sec-
onds each.
Information Displays the information screen of the current
file.
Delete Deletes the current file. You will bypass an
additional confirmation process.
Delete All Deletes all files saved in My Music. You will
bypass an additional confirmation process.

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Bluetooth®Wireless Technology Audio Commands:
Commands available during
Bluetooth®Wireless
Technology audio streaming from mobile phone oper-
ation Command Operation
Command Function
PlayPlays the currently paused song.
PausePauses the current song.
iPod®is a registered trademark of Apple Inc. iPod®
mobile digital device sold separately.
The Bluetooth
®word mark and logos are registered
trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and any use
of such marks by Kia is under license.
A Bluetooth
®enabled cell phone is required to use
Bluetooth®wireless technology.
SiriusXM™ service requires a subscription, sold sepa-
rately, after 3-month trial included with vehicle pur-
chase. If you decide to continue your
SiriusXM™ service at the end of the trial subscription,
the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at
the current rates until you call
SiriusXM™ at 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See our
Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.sir-
iusxm.com. Sirius satellite service is available
only to those at least 18 and older in the 48 contiguous
United States, D.C., and P.R. (with coverage limita-
tions). SiriusXM™ Traffic available in
select markets. See siriusxm.com/traffic for more infor-
mation. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are
trademarks of Sirius XM Radio Inc.

Driving your vehicle
Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
Key positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Engine start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7
• Illuminated ENGINE START/STOP button . . . . . . . 5-7
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Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10
Manual transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
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Automatic transaxle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
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Brake system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
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Cruise control system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Active eco system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-40
Economical operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41Special driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-43
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Winter driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-47
Trailer towing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-49
Vehicle load limit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-50
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Vehicle weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-55
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Driving your vehicle
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Be sure the exhaust system
does not leak.
The exhaust system should be
checked whenever the vehicle is
raised to change the oil or for any
other purpose. If you
hear a change in the sound of the
exhaust or if you drive over some-
thing that strikes the underneath side
of the vehicle, have the exhaust sys-
tem checked as soon as possible by
an authorized Kia dealer.
WARNING - Engineexhaust
Do not inhale exhaust fumes or
leave your engine running in an
enclosed area for a prolonged
time.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless
gas that can cause uncon-
sciousness and death by
asphyxiation.
WARNING- Open trunk
Do not drive with the trunk
open.
Poisonous exhaust gases can
enter the passenger compart-
ment. If you must drive with the
trunk open proceed as follows:
1.Close all windows.
2.Open side vents.
3.Set the air intake control at
"Fresh", the air flow control at
"Floor" or "Face" and the fan
at the highest speed.

Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outsidemirror(s), and outside lights are
clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil,
engine coolant, brake fluid, and
washer fluid should be checked on a
regular basis, with the exact interval
depending on the fluid. Further
details are provided in Chapter 7,
“Maintenance”.
Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all con-trols are easily reached.
Buckle your seat belt.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors.
Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights when the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light
goes off.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and its
equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
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Driving your vehicle
WARNING - Distracted driving
Focus on the road while driving.
The driver's primary responsi-
bility is in the safe and legal
operation of the vehicle. Use of
any hand held devices, other
equipment or vehicle systems
that distract the driver should
not be used during vehicle
operation.
WARNING
- Check surrounding
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for peo-
ple, especially children, before
putting a vehicle into D (Drive)
or R (Reverse).

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WARNING - Fire risk
When you intend to park or stop
the vehicle with the engine on,
be careful not to depress the
accelerator pedal for a long
period of time. It may overheat
the engine or exhaust system
and cause a fire.
WARNING - Drivingwhile
intoxicated
Do not drive while intoxicated.
Drinking and driving is danger-
ous. Even a small amount of
alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment.
Driving while under the influ-
ence of drugs is as dangerous
as or more dangerous than driv-
ing drunk.
WARNING - Looseobject
Securely store items in your
vehicle. When you make a sud-
den stop or turn the steering
wheel rapidly, loose objects
may drop on the floor and it
could interfere with the opera-
tion of the foot pedals, possibly
causing an accident.