Kia Forte: Driving your vehicle / Engine start/stop button

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Engine start/stop button

Illuminated engine start/stop button

Whenever the front door is opened, the engine start/stop button will illuminate for your convenience. The light will go off after about 30 seconds when the door is closed. It will also go off immediately when the theft-alarm system is armed.

Starting the engine

WARNING - Proper footwear Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the bra ...

Engine start/stop button position

OFF With manual transmission To turn off the engine (START/RUN position) or vehicle power (ON position), stop the vehicle, then press the engine start/stop button. With Dual clutch transmissi ...

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Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual: Starting the engine

WARNING - Proper footwear Always wear appropriate shoes when operating your vehicle. Unsuitable shoes (high heels, ski boots, sandals, etc.) may interfere with your ability to use the brake and accelerator pedal. 1.Make sure the parking brake is applied. 2.Manual Transmission - Depr ...

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual: Battery replacement

A battery should last for several years, but if the transmitter or smart key is not working properly, try replacing the battery with a new one. If you are unsure how to use or replace the battery, contact an authorized Kia dealer. 1. Pry open the transmitter cover. 2. Replace the batte ...