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WARNING
If the steering wheel becomes
too warm, turn the system off.
The heated steering wheel may
cause burns even at low tem-
peratures, especially if used for
long periods of time.
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The LCD window modes can be
changed by using the control buttons
on the steering wheel.
[Type A]
(1) TRIP : TRIP button for changing
trip modes
(2) RESET : RESET button f KIA FORTE 2020 Owners Manual Features of your vehicle
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The LCD window modes can be
changed by using the control buttons
on the steering wheel.
[Type A]
(1) TRIP : TRIP button for changing
trip modes
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The LCD window modes can be
changed by using the control buttons
on the steering wheel.
[Type A]
(1) TRIP : TRIP button for changing
trip modes
(2) RESET : RESET button for reset- ting items
[Type B,C]
(1) : MODE button for change LCD MODES
(2) / : MOVE scroll switch to select items
(3) OK : SET/RESET button for set- ting or resetting items
❈ For the LCD modes, refer to “LCD
window” in this chapter.Gauges
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the for-
ward speed of the vehicle.
The speedometer is calibrated in
miles per hour and/or kilometers per
hour.
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the
approximate number of engine revo-
lutions per minute (rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the cor-
rect shift points and to prevent lug-
ging and/or over-revving the engine.
The tachometer pointer may move
slightly when the ignition switch is in
ACC or ON position with the engine
OFF. This movement is normal and
will not affect the accuracy of the
tachometer once the engine is run-
ning.OBDM048162C
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Trip A/B (For type A cluster)
Tripmeter (1)
The tripmeter is the total drivingdistance since the last tripmeter
reset.
- Distance range : 0 ~ 1599999 km
or 0 ~ 999999 mi.
To reset the tripmeter, press the RESET button on the steering
wheel for more than 1 second
when the tripmeter is displayed.
- 4 hours after the ignition is turnedoff, the tripmeter will be reset
automatically. Elapsed Time (2)
The elapsed time is the total driv-
ing time since the last elapsed time
reset.
- Time range (hh:mm) : 00:00 ~99:59
To reset the elapsed time, press the RESET button on the steering
wheel for more than 1 second
when the elapsed time is dis-
played.✽ ✽ NOTICE
Even if the vehicle is not in motion,
the elapsed time keeps going while
the engine is running.
To change the trip mode, scroll the
MOVE scroll switch ( / ) or press
the TRIP button in the trip computer
mode.
OBD048158L
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Average Vehicle Speed (3)
The average vehicle speed is cal-
culated by the total driving dis-
tance and driving time since the
last average vehicle speed reset.
- Speed range : 0 ~ 250 km/h orMPH
To reset the average vehicle speed, press the RESET button
on the steering wheel for more
than 1 second when the average
vehicle speed is displayed.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
• The average vehicle speed is not
displayed if the driving distance is
less than 300 meters (0.2 miles) or
the driving time is less than 10 sec-
onds since the ignition switch is
turned to ON.
• Even if the vehicle is not in motion, the average vehicle speed
keeps going while the engine is
running.
Fuel EconomyAverage Fuel Economy (1)
The average fuel economy is calcu-
lated by the total driving distance
and fuel consumption since the last
average fuel economy reset.
- Fuel economy range:0 ~ 99.9 km/L, L/100 km or MPG
The average fuel economy can be reset both manually and automati-
cally.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
Fuel economy may vary significant-
ly based on driving conditions, driv-
ing habits, and condition of the vehi-
cle.
OBD048143L
OBD048160L
■Type A
■ Type B
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Manual reset
To clear the average fuel economy
manually, press the RESET or OK
button on the steering wheel for
more than 1 second when the aver-
age fuel economy is displayed.Automatic reset
(For type B, C cluster)
To make the average fuel economy
be reset automatically whenever
refueling, select the “Fuel economy
auto reset” mode in the User Setting
menu of the LCD Windows (Refer to
“LCD Windows”).
OFF - You may set to default manu-
ally by using the trip switch reset but-
ton.
After ignition - The vehicle will auto- matically set to default once 4 hours
pass after the Ignition is in OFF.
After refueling - After refueling more than 6 liters (1.6 gallons) and driving
over 1 km/h (1 mph), the vehicle will
reset to default automatically.
- 4 hours after the ignition is turnedoff, the tripmeter will be reset auto-
matically.✽ ✽ NOTICE
The average fuel economy is not dis-
played for more accurate calculation
if the vehicle does not drive more than
10 seconds or 50 meters (0.03 miles)
since the ignition switch or Engine
Start/Stop button is turned to ON.
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Engine has overheated
This warning message illuminates
when the engine coolant tempera-
ture is above 120°C (248°F). This
means that the engine is overheated
and may be damaged.
❈ If your vehicle is overheated, refer
to the “Overheating” section in
Chapter 6.
Shift to P (for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine without
the shift lever in the P (Park) posi-
tion.
In this situation, the Engine Start/Stop Button turns to the ACC
position (If you press the Engine
Start/Stop Button once more, it will
turn to the ON position). Low Key Battery
(for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates
if the battery of the smart key is
discharged when the Engine
Start/Stop Button changes to the
OFF position.
Press START button while turn steer-
ing (for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not
unlock normally when the Engine
Start/Stop Button is pressed.
It means that you should press the Engine Start/Stop Button while
turning the steering wheel right
and left. Steering wheel unlocked
(for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates
if the steering wheel does not lock
when the Engine Start/Stop Button
changes to the OFF position.
Check Steering Wheel Lock System
(for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock
normally when the Engine
Start/Stop Button changes to the
OFF position.
Check power steering (if equipped)
This warning message illuminates when there is a malfunction with
EPS.
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WARNING- Check sur-roundings
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for peo-
ple, especially children, before
putting a vehicle into D (Drive)
or R (Reverse).
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 fire.WARNING- Loose objects
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
could interfere with the opera-
tion of the foot pedals, possibly
causing an accident.
WARNING- Driving while 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- Proper footwear
Always wear appropriate shoes
when operating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski
boots, sandals, etc.) may inter-
fere with your ability to use the
brake and accelerator pedals.
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Illuminated ignition switch
Whenever a front door is opened, the
ignition switch will illuminate for your
convenience, provided the ignition
switch is not in the ON position. The
light will go off immediately when the
ignition switch is turned on. It will
also go off after about 30 seconds
when the door is closed.
Ignition switch position
LOCK (1)
The ignition key can be removed only
in the LOCK position.
ACC (Accessory) (2)
The electrical accessories are opera-
tive. If difficulty is experienced turn-
ing the ignition switch to the ACC
position, turn the key while turning
the steering wheel right and left to
release the tension.
ON (3)
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. This is
the normal running position after the
engine is started.
Do not leave the ignition switch ON ifthe engine is not running to preventbattery discharge.
START (4)
Turn the ignition switch to the START
position to start the engine. The
engine will crank until you release
the key; then it returns to the ON
position. The brake warning light can
be checked in this position.
The anti-theft steering column lock (if
equipped) is not a substitute for the
parking brake. Before leaving the dri-
ver’s seat, always make sure the shift
lever is engaged in P (Park) for intel-
ligent variable transmission, set the
parking brake fully and shut the
engine off. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement may occur if these
precautions are not taken.
KEY POSITIONS (IF EQUIPPED)
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