2023 KIA FORTE warning

45*IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
Sunroof Operation*Map/Room Lamps
The Sunroof and Sunshade operation is controlled by a multi-directional switch The ignition needs to be in the on position to operate the Sunroof and Sunshade
Slide the Sunshade and Sunroof:
•Auto Open: Slide lever E backward to the farthest position and release
•Auto Close (Sunroof only): Slide the lever E forward to the farthest position and release
•Manual Open: Slide the switch E backward to the first detent position
•Manual Close: Slide the switch E forward to the first detent position
Tilt the Sunroof:
•Tilt Open: Push lever E upward
•Tilt Closed: Push lever E forward
Automatic turn off function* - The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 30 seconds after the ignition or Engine Start/Stop button* is off
Map/Room Lamp Operation:
•Press lens A to turn the Driver ’s/Passenger ’s Map Lamps 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
•Press button B to turn all the Map/Room Lamps on/off
•Press button C to turn the Map/Room Lamp on, for 30 seconds, when a door is opened, unlocked from Smart Key or the ignition is turned off When pressed and a door is opened, or doors are unlocked from the Smart Key, the Map and Room Lamps turn on for approximately 30 seconds
•Press button D to turn the Room Lamp on/off
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
REMINDERS:
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When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
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Sunshade must remain OPEN while Sunroof is open
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If the ignition/vehicle is turned off, and the driver ’s door is opened, with the sunroof not fully closed, the Instrument Cluster LCD will display a warning message and a chime will sound for a few seconds
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Do not adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving This could result in loss of control of the vehicle
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When doors are unlocked by the Smar t 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 bat ter y discharge
QUICK TIPS
•To stop the Sunroof at any position, push or pull the Sunroof control lever in any direction
•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 one inch
– If the noise occurs with the sunroof open, slightly reduce the size of the sunroof opening
QUICK TIPS
AA
B
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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Sunroof Operation Video
QR CODE
C
D
E

47*IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
HOLD
Driver Door Only
Remote Keyless Entry* (Folding Key) (Type A)
A Press the release button to release the key
B Press to lock all doors; Press twice within two seconds to sound the horn
C To unlock Driver ’s Door, press once Press twice within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
D Press and hold more than 1 second to unlock Trunk*
E Press and hold more than 1 second for Panic Alarm* To turn off Alarm, press any button
REMINDER: Remote but ton configuration may var y depending on vehicle options
Double-turn Lock/Unlock All
•To remove keyhole cover, insert Mechanical Key into opening under cover and pull door handle
•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
(Type A)
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Lock
Unlock
A
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Kia Smart & Folding Key Fobs Video
QR CODE
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
B
C
D
E

49†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER | *IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
Opening the Hood:
•Pull the Hood Release Lever C to unlatch the Hood
•In the front of the vehicle, lift the Hood slightly, pull the secondary Latch D to the left inside of the Hood’s center and lift the Hood
Closing the Hood:
•First, return the support rod to its clip
•Lower the Hood until it ’s about 12 inches away from being closed, and let it drop Then, press down to ensure it ’s securely locked in place
REMINDERS:
•While lowering and closing, keep hands away from under the Hood
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Open the Hood only after turning the engine off, on a flat sur face, with the gear shift in the P (Park) position and set ting the parking brake
Hood Release Lever and LatchTrunk Release Lever and Button*
Sunvisor†2 0
Use the Sunvisor to shield direct light through the front or side windows
REMINDERS:
•Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
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Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibilit y
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Be aware of seating position when adjusting or swinging Sunvisor around to or from the front or side windows
•Sunvisor may impair visibilit y if not adjusted properly
Trunk Release Lever A - To unlock the trunk from inside the vehicle, lift the Trunk Release Lever and manually open the trunk
Trunk Release Button* B - Press the Trunk Release Button and manually pull the trunk lid up (vehicles with Smart Key only)
(Type A; Located under the trunk lid)
(Sliding sunvisor only available on select Kia models)
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
•The Trunk must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Trunk Release But ton
•Smar t Key* - The Trunk unlocks automatically, and can then be opened manually when the Smar t Key fob* is within close proximit y to the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
CBD
A

51†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER | *IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
Child-Protector Rear Door Locks
Locate these locks on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors Move the Child-Protector Rear Door Lock located on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors to the lock position (LOCK) to disable the inner door handles from opening the rear doors
Unlock
Lock
REMINDER: Child-protector rear door lock is located on rear passenger door jamb
REMINDER: Do not allow an adult passenger to ride in the front seat when the Passenger Airbag Indicator is illuminated OFF because the airbag will not deploy in the event of a crash The driver must instruct the passenger to reposition her/himself in the seat
For more information on the Occupant Detection System / Passenger Airbag Off Indicator, please refer to section 3 in the Owner ’s Manual
FRONTREAR
A/C
OFF SYNC
AUTO
MODE
A
AUTO
ADS OFF
Cluster Ionizer
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2P ASSENGER
AIR BAG OFF
PRESS
Seat Belts†2 , 1 5
To properly fasten your Seat Belts:

Insert the belt tongue plate A into the buckle B until it clicks

Position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE HIPS as possible C Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on the shoulder portion D
REMINDER: For maximum protection, always wear your seatbelt
Seat Belt Retractor Locks

Retractor locks allow lap/shoulder seat belts to remain unlocked during normal vehicle operation for freedom of movement and increased comfort

During a STRONG STOP, SUDDEN TURN OR CERTAIN COLLISIONS, seat belt retractors will automatically lock the belts to reduce the risk of injury
For illustrative purposes only Your actual display, but tons and/or features may var y
Refer to section 3 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator†2 ,15
ODS is designed to detect the presence of the front passenger Depending on the situation and type of accident, the system may:
•Deploy airbag (Adult)
•Not deploy the airbag (Unoccupied)
If the system determines that the airbag should not be deployed, the Passenger Airbag Off light E will illuminate (Located above Climate Control panel)
The Seat Belt warning chime operates for the driver ’s seat only
QUICK TIP
D
SAFETYFEATURES
SAFETY FEATURES
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LATCH Anchors for the Child Restraint System Video
QR CODE
A
B
C
E

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