Kia Forte: Features of your vehicle / Interior lights

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Interior lights

Do not use the interior lights for extended periods when the engine is not running as this may cause battery discharge.

WARNING - Interior Lights

Do not use the interior lights when driving in the dark. Accidents could happen because the view may be obscured by interior lights.

Front windshield washers

In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles. Use this function when the windshield is dirty. The spray an ...

Room & Map lamps

Room lamp ■ Type A ■ Type B • : The light stays on at all times. Map lamp ■ Type A ■ Type B • Press the lens (1) to turn ON the map lamp. To turn the map lamp OFF, pres ...

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Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual: Using the clutch, Downshifting

Using the clutch The clutch should be pressed all the way to the floor before shifting, then released slowly. The clutch pedal should always be fully released while driving. Do not rest your foot on the clutch pedal while driving. This can cause unnecessary wear. Do not partially enga ...

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual: Recommended lubricants and capacities

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality. The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy. These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle. Recom ...