Kia Forte: Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Key positions

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.

Before driving

Before entering vehicle Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean. Check the condition of the tires. Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. B ...

Ignition switch position

LOCK (1) The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK position. ACC (Accessory) (2) The electrical accessories are operative. If difficulty is experienced turning the ignition switch to ...

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Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual: Smart cruise control will be temporarily canceled when

Cancelled manually The smart cruise control is temporarily canceled when the brake pedal is depressed or the CANCEL button is pressed. Depress the brake pedal and press the CANCEL button at the same time when the vehicle is at a standstill. The speed and vehicle to vehicle distance ...

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual: Changing tires

1. Park on a level surface and apply the parking brake firmly. 2. Place the transmission shift lever in P (Park) with Dual clutch transmission/ Intelligent variable transmission and R (Reverse) with manual transmission. 3. Activate the hazard warning flashers. 4. Remove the wheel ...