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 ...

Other information:

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual: Operating conditions to operate

• Go to “User Settings → Driving Assist and select Rear Cross Traffic Collision Warning” on the LCD display. The system will turn on and standby to activate. If you deactivate this function in the cluster, the system will stop. ✽ NOTICE If the vehicle is turned off and on ...

Kia Forte 2019-2024 (BD) Owners Manual: Immobilizer Indicator Light

Immobilizer Indicator Light (Without Smart Key) This indicator light illuminates: • When the vehicle detects the immobilizer in your key while the ignition switch is ON. - At this time, you can start the engine. - The indicator light goes off after starting the engine. This indic ...