2023 KIA FORTE service

As you get to know your new Kia, you can explore this booklet to better understand
how to operate its many features and systems. You can find the complete Table of
Contents on the next two pages, but first, be sure to review the following to better
understand some of your Kia’s most used features:
1 Smart Key with Remote Start* 46
2 Fuel Filler Door Release 50
3 Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* / Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 42-43
4 Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* 42
5 Folding Rear Seats 44
6 Lifting Wipers (Wiper Service Mode) 26
7 Windshield Wipers & Washers 26
8 Smart Cruise Control (SCC)* / Navigation-based SCC (NSCC)* 16-17
9 Smart Power Trunk* 48
10 Normal Maintenance Schedules 52, Back Cover
11 User Settings – Instrument Cluster* 09
12 Vehicle Settings - Infotainment System* 09
13 Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 28-29
14 Kia Connect Activation* 32
15 Kia Connect with Navigation* 34
16 Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup 30
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injur y and death The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and handheld devices, other equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver ’s eyes, at tention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle
www kia com Consumer Affairs – Roadside Assistance†1 3: 1-800-333-4KIA (800-333-4542)
Always check the Owner ’s Manual for complete operating information and safet y warnings
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GETTING STARTED
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Navigation System Important Tips Video
Your New Kia Important Care Tips Video
Vehicle Cameras Important Tips Video
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEOS & QR CODES Inside Front Cover
INSTRUMENT CLUSTERInstrument Cluster Overview 03Indicators & Warning Lights 04Fuel Economy / Tips for Economical Driving 05Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05Drive Mode Integrated Control System* 06
VEHICLE SETTINGSInstrument Cluster LCD Modes 07Trip Modes / Trip Computer 07Service Interval Mode 08User Set tings - Instrument Cluster* 09Vehicle Set tings - Infotainment System* 09
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS (ADAS)Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) 10Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)* 11Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) 12Safe Exit Warning (SEW)* 13Driver At tention Warning (DAW) 14Leading Vehicle Depar ture Aler t (LVDA)* 15Smar t Cruise Control (SCC)* 16Navigation-based Smar t Cruise Control (NSCC)* 17Cruise Control (CC)* 17Lane Following Assist (LFA) 18Highway Driving Assist (HDA)* 19Rear View Monitor (RVM) 20Reverse Parking Distance Warning (PDW)* 20Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)* 21
DRIVER’S PANELElectronic Stability Control (ESC) 22Instrument Cluster Control 22Hill-star t Assist Control (HAC) 22Engine Star t/Stop But ton* 23
DRIVER’S PANEL CONTINUEDPower Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock 24Power Folding Outside Mirrors* 24Automatic Door Lock/Unlock 24Heated Outside Mirrors* 24Manual Folding Mirrors* 24
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLSHeadlights & High Beams 25High Beam Assist (HBA) 25Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 25Windshield Wipers & Washers 26Lifting Wipers (Wiper Service Mode) 26Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel 27
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEMSBluetooth® Wireless Technology 2 8 -2 9Audio Controls 29Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® S et up* 30Standard Audio System* 31Kia Connect Activation* 32Kia Connect Assistance* 32Kia Access App Download 33 Kia Access App Features Guide 33 Kia Connect with Navigation* 34
CENTER PANELMultimedia USB Por t, Power Outlets & USB Charger Por ts* 35Digital Clock (Navigation System)* 35 Automatic Climate Control* 36Manual Climate Control* 37Automatic Gear Shift with Spor tmatic® Shifting* (Manual Mode) 38Paddle Shifters* 38Manual Gear Shift* 39Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT)* 39
CENTER PANEL CONTINUEDElectronic Parking Brake (EPB)* 40Auto Hold* 40Wireless Smar tphone Charging System* 41
SEATING6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 42Seat Warmers* / Ventilated Seats* 4210-way Power Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 43Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 43Folding Rear Seats* 44Rear Occupant Aler t (ROA) with Door Monitoring 44
OTHER KEY FEATURESMap/Room Lamps 45Sunroof Operation* 45Smar t Key with Remote Star t* 46Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* 47Double-turn Lock/Unlock All 47Smar t Power Trunk* 48Trunk Release Lever and But ton* 49Hood Release Lever and Latch 49Sunvisor 49Fuel Filler Door Release Lever 50Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light) 50Tire Mobility Kit* 50
SAFETY FEATURESSeat Belts 51Child-Protector Rear Door Locks 51 Occupant Detection System (ODS) / Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 51
MAINTENANCE - TURBO 52
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS Inside Back Cover
MAINTENANCE - NON-TURBO Back Cover

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Fuel Economy / Tips for Economical Driving
Several factors contribute to your vehicle's fuel economy, such as maintenance of your vehicle, driving style, environmental conditions, vehicle weight and vehicle aerodynamics Below are some tips on how to improve fuel economy:
•Use the climate control system less often Use the Driver Only* setting as much as possible
•Keep your vehicle in good condition with regular maintenance
•Don’t let the engine idle longer than necessary
•Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a moderate rate
•Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure
•Travel lightly, without carrying unnecessary weight in your vehicle
•Avoid placing large or heavy items on roof racks
•Avoid hilly, winding or poorly maintained roads
Refer to section 6 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information or snap the QR Code above to view a video
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)†21
The indicator functions as both Low Tire Pressure Light and TPMS Malfunction Indicator
The TPMS indicator is designed to illuminate if it detects one or more tires is significantly underinflated, the vehicle has a spare tire installed without TPMS or the outside temperature becomes significantly lower The Low Tire Pressure Position Indicator A is displayed on the LCD screen in the Instrument Cluster when the tire(s) is underinflated
•Inflate tire(s) to specifications to turn off the Low Tire Pressure Light using an accurate tire pressure gauge See front driver ’s door jamb for PSI specifications
•When there is a problem with the TPMS, the TPMS Malfunction Indicator will blink for approximately one minute and then illuminate - See dealer for service
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Consult your dealer for ser vice if the Low Tire Pressure Light remains illuminated after inflating your tire(s)
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Check the recommended tire pressure label located on the left side of the driver's door jamb, visible when the door is opened
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Personal electronic devices (such as laptops, wireless chargers, remote star t systems, etc ) may inter fere with the TPMS system, which may cause the Malfunction Warning Indicator (Check Engine Light) to illuminate
Electronic Brake Force (EBD) System Warning Indicator (Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
❄Icy Warning Indicator*
Low Beam Indicator
High Beam Assist Indicator*
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
LED Headlamp Warning Light*
SMARTSMART Mode Indicator*
EPBElectronic Parking Brake*
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•Even with TPMS, tire pressure should be checked manually at least once a month Only adjust tire pressure on “cold tires” that have been sit ting for 3 hours or more, and tires that are not hot in temperature from direct sunlight or heat
•For proper maintenance and optimal fuel economy, maintain recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight distribution recommended for your vehicle
•A significant drop in temperature can cause tire inflation pressures to drop, which may activate the TMPS light Manually confirm tire pressures after significant changes in temperature or altitude
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Tips for Economical Driving Video
Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem Video
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An “Engine Oil Change Due Soon” message appears on the Instrument Cluster LCD when the engine oil needs to be changed After oil change, reset the oil change reminder in User Set tings* Go to Convenience, then Oil Change Reminder, then press and hold the OK but ton B for more than 1 second
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To enter Service Interval Mode, press the Mode/Menu button A, scroll to the User Settings Mode Press Move button B to scroll to the Service Interval menu and press OK button B to enter System will display number of miles remaining until next service is due, and type of service
When service is required, the following screen will be displayed: Service Required
To reset the Service Interval Mode system, press and hold the Set/Reset (OK) button B for more than 1 second
To turn the Service In reminder OFF, go to User Settings
Service Interval Setting:
To set the service interval when in User Settings mode:
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Press the Move button B up/down and scroll to Service Interval Press the OK button B to enter
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Press the Move button B and toggle to ON, then press the Select/Reset button B Then press the Move button B up/down to scroll and select the desired miles or months for your next service
•Press the Select/Reset button B to enter
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
Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided Do not at tempt to change vehicle system set tings while driving
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Vehicle & User Settings Video
Kia Full Synthetic Oil Video
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VEHICLE SETTINGS
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User Settings* - Instrument Cluster (Type B/C Cluster set tings)
To enter the User Settings mode on the instrument Cluster LCD screen, ensure vehicle is at a stand still, shift lever is in Park, and Engine Start/Stop button or Key in the ON position Then select User Settings by pressing the Mode/Menu button A
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing the OK button B up or down, and then entering the item by pressing the OK button B
User Settings Modes
Driver Assistance*: •SCC Reaction •Driving Convenience •Warning Timing •Warning Volume •Driver At tention Warning •For ward Safet y •Lane Safet y •Blind-spot Safet y* •Parking Safet yCluster: •Theme Selection •Wiper/Lights Display •Traf fic Signs* •Icy Road Warning •Welcome Sound*Doors: •Automatically Lock •Automatically Unlock •Smar t Trunk* •Two Press Unlock* •Remote Window* •Smar t Trunk*Lights: •One-Touch Turn Signal* •Headlamp Delay* •Ambient Light Brightness* •Ambient Light Color* •High Beam Assist
Sound: •Parking Distance Warning* Volume •Welcome Sound*Service Interval: •Enable Ser vice Inter val •Adjust Interval •ResetConvenience: •Welcome Mirror/Light* •Wireless Charging System* •Seat Easy Access* •Rear Occupant Aler t* •Service Interval •Icy Road Warning*Units: •Speed Unit •Fuel Economy Unit •Temperature Unit •Tire Pressure Unit*Reset: •Reset MenusLanguage*: •Choose Language
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Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided Do not at tempt to change vehicle system set tings while driving
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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Vehicle & User Settings Video
Ambient, Mood & Theme Lighting Video
Vehicle Settings* -
Infotainment System
To enter the Vehicle Settings mode in the Infotainment System, press the SETUP key on the Infotainment System Then press Vehicle , which will take you to Vehicle Settings Use the touchscreen to navigate through the menus
Vehicle Settings modes:
Driver Assistance*: •SCC Reaction* •Driving Convenience* •Warning Time* •Warning Volume* •Driver At tention Warning* •For ward Safet y* •Lane Safet y* •Blind-spot Safet y* •Parking Safet y*Climate: •Recirculate Air* •Automatic Ventilation* •Defog/Defrost Options*Lights: •Ambient Light* •One-Touch Turn Signal* •Headlight Display* •High Beam Assist*
Door: •Remote Window Control* •Auto Lock* •Auto Unlock* •Two-Press Unlock* •Smar t Trunk*
Cluster: •Illumination* •Service Interval* •Content Selection* •Welcome Sound*Convenience: •Rear Occupant Aler t* •Wireless Charging System*
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VEHICLE SETTINGS
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Refer to section 7 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Illustrations are for demonstration purposes only Actual features on vehicle may var y
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 B
When the ignition is on, turn the ignition off, and within 20 seconds move the wiper switch to the MIST position A 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 MIST
Windshield Wipers & Washers
To operate:
•Move lever up/down to change Wiper modes
•Rotate switch to adjust Wiper mode
•Press INT switch up/down A to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed
•Pull lever to spray and wipe
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•Pressing INT switch up increases Intermit tent wipe frequency and wipe speed Pressing INT switch down decreases frequency of wipes
•Set the wiper to OFF position when the wiper is not in use
QUICK TIPS
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MIST: Single wipeOFF: Wiper offI N T:
Intermittent wipeLO: Slow wipeHI: Fast wipe
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Wipers and Wiper Stalk Video
Lifting Wipers (WiperService Mode) Video
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Kia Connect Activation*†1 (Systems equipped with Kia Connect only)
Follow these steps to activate your Kia Connect system:
1 Enter the activation screen on your vehicle’s head unit:
a Press SETUP key b Press Kia Connect icon c Press Activate
2 Read and agree to Terms of Service and Privacy Policy and press SUBMIT
3 Enter smartphone number or email address to receive a verification code, then press SUBMIT
4 Follow these steps to receive your verification code using your phone text message or email:
a Check your phone text message or email for verification codeb Open the link in your text message or email A page will open requesting that you create your account
N o t e : If you already have a Kia Owners Portal account using the email or phone number as your login ID, you will need to provide your password prior to receiving the verification code
REMINDER: This vehicle is not equipped with over-the-air system updates
c Enter your first name, last name, email, phone number, an account password, and click CREATE ACCOUNT A page will open displaying your verification code
d Enter the code in the head unit and press ACTIVATE
e Go back to the page with your verification code and press “I have entered my verification code ” A link will be provided to download the Kia Access app from your app store After installing the app, log in and enjoy
(But tons on overhead console*; In some models, the but tons are located in the Rear View Mirror)
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Kia Access App Video
Kia Connect Activation Video
Kia Connect may be unavailable for model year 2022 and newer vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners kia com for more information
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe bodily injur y, and death The driver ’s primar y responsibilit y is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and any handheld devices, other equipment, or vehicle systems which take the driver ’s eyes, at tention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or which are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle
Virtual Assistant A – Press to connect to a virtual assistant to hear information about the Kia Connect features
Kia Connect Voice Local Search B (systems with navigation) - Press to connect to the search function to find points of interest or other locations, like “cafe”
Kia Connect Voice Local Search B (non-navigation systems) - Press to activate phone projection with Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay® (smartphone must be connected via wireless or USB cable — see previous page for availability and setup)
Roadside Assist†1 4 C – Press to connect to a Roadside Assistant where you can request vehicle towing services
Kia Connect Assistance*†1
Kia Connect Assistance Video
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REMINDER: These but tons may be located in the rear view mirror or the overhead console
For more information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide On cer tain models, Kia Connect Assistance but tons are located on the Rear view Mirror
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Kia Access App Download
Go to an app marketplace to download the Kia Access App Once you download the app, make sure you register your vehicle and start an account (refer to Kia Connect Activation page) Get to know your new Kia and the available convenient features on the app
2020 SOULMILEAGE722 mi.
355 miEst. RangeDOOR LOCKSREMOTE STARTFind My Car
•The smar tphone and vehicle need to be connected to a cellular net work with a good wireless signal strength in order to use Kia Connect If these conditions are not met, remote command may not execute or may take a long time It will also affect voice commands such as navigation POI or address search
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To use Remote Star t* or Remote Star t* with Climate Control feature, all doors, hood and trunk/liftgate must be closed and locked
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When Remote Star t* is activated, if the driver does not enter the vehicle within 10 minutes, the Remote Star t* will turn the engine off
•When using Remote Star t* with Climate Control, turn on for at least a few minutes before get ting into the vehicle, allowing the vehicle interior to reach your desired temperature
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The quickest way to obtain accurate vehicle status through the app is by pressing the refresh but ton on the app or refreshing the web page when using the customer web por tal
•In order to preser ve the vehicle bat ter y, Kia Connect will not turn on seven days after the last ignition was on You will need to restar t the vehicle with a key fob in order to use Kia Connect again
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The Kia Access App Features Guide is a guide helping you utilize the app to its full potential by detailing how to use each feature and adjust various settings Below are some of the topics included:
•Remote Commands
•Set Climate*
•Schedule Service
•Dealer Settings
•Manage Vehicles and Profiles
Kia Access App Features Guide
Kia App Screen for illustrative purposes only Actual App screen and functionalit y may var y
For fur ther Kia Connect operations, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide
Kia Connect may be unavailable for model year 2022 and newer vehicles sold or purchased in Massachuset ts See Kia Connect Terms of Ser vice at owners kia com for more information
Do not use remote climate control or remote star t if vehicle is in an enclosed area (e g , closed garage) or a par tially enclosed area without ventilation Close all doors leading from adjacent living areas to the vehicle area before executing a remote climate control or remote star t command
Kia Access Features Guide. Click this dynamic QR code to access the guide Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes
Download the Kia Access App by clicking this dynamic QR code Some phone’s operating systems may need to be updated to scan dynamic QR codes
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