Kia Forte 2015 Parts list manual

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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR FORTE
Congratulations on Your New Kia Purchase!
Your new Kia vehicle has been designed, engineered and manufactured to provide you with years of comfortable and dependable driving. Kia
is committed to quality, innovation, safety and — above all — your satisfaction.
Using This Guide
The information contained in this guide is a brief overview that will help you become familiar with the operation and features of your new Kia
vehicle. The flipbook format facilitates information access, while the detailed illustrations ensure the instructions are easy to follow.
This Features & Functions Guide and the specific operational and safety information it provides is not a substitute for your Owner’s
Manual. In the interest of your safety and that of your family, and to help you avoid risks that may result in death or serious injury, Kia
reminds you to carefully read your Owner’s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information it contains.
While the information contained in this guide is accurate at the time of printing, Kia may change vehicle specifications without
notice in advance or after the fact, and assumes no liability in connection with such changes.

VIDEOS & QR CODES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 03
Indicators & Warning Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 04
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
Trip Computer / Tripmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 05
User Setting Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 06
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . . 07
DRIVER’S PANEL
Active ECO System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
Instrument Panel Dimmer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Hill-start Assist Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Heated Steering Wheel* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 09
Engine Start/Stop Button* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock . . . . 11
Power/Folding Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Power/Heated Outside Mirrors* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Headlights & High Beams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Turn Signals & Fog Lights* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Rear Wiper & Washer* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
FlexSteer™ Steering Wheel Mode* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Audio Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cruise Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
AUDIO SYSTEM
Standard Audio System Overview/Operation* . . . . . . . 18
UVO eServices System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Navigation System*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
CENTER PANEL
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Aux/USB/iPod®Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Automatic Climate Control*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Manual Climate Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic®Shifting*. . . . . . 24
Manual Gear Shift* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
SEATING
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . . 27
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
10-way Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* . . . . . . . . . . 28
Driver Position Memory System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Folding Rear Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Sunroof Operation* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Map/Room Lamps* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Smart Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Hood Release Lever and Latch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Trunk Release Button* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
HomeLink®/ Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* . . . . . . . 34
Rear-Camera Display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light)* . . 35
Child Safety Locks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
SAFETY FEATURES
Seatbelts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Seatbelts Retractor Inertia Locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS (See Back Inside Cover Page)
MAINTENANCE (See Back Cover)
ESSENTIAL FEATURES
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Active ECO System* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08
Air Conditioning / Climate Control . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Audio System — Standard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Audio System — Navigation System* . . . . . . . . . . 20
Audio System — UVO eServices System* . . . . . . . .19
Aux/USB/iPod®Port & Power Outlets . . . . . . . . . .21
Bluetooth®Wireless Technology. . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cruise Control* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Digital Clock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Folding Rear Seats* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Fuel Economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 07
Manual Gear Shift* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Rear-Camera Display* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Smart Key* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) . . . . . . . . 07
Windshield Wipers & Washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
*IF EQUIPPED
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control
that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death.
The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal
operation of a vehicle, and use of any handheld devices, other
equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes,
attention 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.

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VIDEOS & QR CODES - SMARTPHONES, TABLETS AND COMPUTERS
Kia provides a number of video resources at your disposal to assist you with becoming familiar with the features and
functions found in your Kia vehicle. You can access these resources by snapping the QR Codes with your smartphone/tablet
(mobile devices) or by visiting the following website: www.KuTechVideos.com/yd13/2015. Continue reading for a more
in-depth look at QR Codes and for instructions on how to use them.
REMINDER: When accessing videos
on your mobile device, standard
cellular data rates may apply.
One Click Fuel Cap Video
To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR Code or visit the listed
website.
www.KuTechVideos.com/yd13/2015
What are QR Codes?
A QR Code is a square, 2-dimensional barcode that can be
read by mobile devices loaded with an appropriate barcode
or QR Code Reader App. The app reads the barcode image
and then launches/uploads the specific information the
code contains, such as URLs, text, photos, videos and so
much more.
How to Use QR Codes
If you have a mobile device with a QR Code Reader App, you
can snap the code with your phone and you’ll be provided a
video with additional information pertaining to the topic. For
example, in the Fuel Cap section, if you would like additional
information, just snap the code with your mobile device to
view the selected Kia Features & Functions Video.
How to snap a QR Code
1. With your mobile device, download a QR Code Reader
App. With many devices, you can do this through an app
store or marketplace
2. Open the QR Code Reader App on your mobile device
3. The app will utilize your device’s camera. Center the
code in the camera viewing area:
•With some apps, as soon as the app recognizes the
code, it will launch the corresponding video
•With other apps, you will have to snap or take a
picture of the code. The app will then launch the
corresponding video
•For operation specifics, refer to the instructions that
come with the QR Code Reader App
1. If you’re having trouble scanning codes, check the following:
•The code should be centered and focused in your mobile device’s camera screen
•Consider moving your device closer to or farther away from the code
•The code should be well lit, without significant shadow
2. After scanning, if a “connecting” message appears and then nothing happens or there’s a “connection error” message, this typically indicates that your device is having trouble
connecting to the Internet
QUICK TIPS
•Avoid scanning from a significant angle
•Confirm that the device’s app supports 2D QR Code scanning.
•Try another QR Code Reader app; not all apps are created equal
QR CODE

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Instrument Cluster Overview
•Check BRAKE SWITCH fuse*
•Door Open
•Key not detected
•Key not in vehicle
•Low key battery*
•Low Washer Fluid*
•Press brake pedal to start engine*
•Press clutch pedal to start engine*
•Press ENGINE START/STOP button while
turning the Steering Wheel
•Press start button again*
•Press start button with Smart Key*
•Shift to “P” or “N” to start engine*
•Shift to “P” position
•Steering Wheel unlocked / Check Steering
Wheel lock system*
•Sunroof Open*
•Trunk/Hatch Open
•Turn on “FUSE SWITCH”*
LCD Warning Messages
(Cluster Type C shown)
REMINDER: For more information on the LCD Warning
Messages, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
A
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B
CC
F
DE
ATachometer
BSpeedometer
CTurn Signal Indicators
DLCD Screen/Odometer/Tripmeter*
EGear Shift Position Indicator*
FFuel Gauge
GEngine Temperature Gauge
REMINDER: Your vehicle’s instrument cluster &
indicator light locations may differ from those in the
illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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REMINDER: Your vehicle’s instrument cluster &
indicator light locations may differ from those in the
illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details.
Indicators & Warning Lights
Low Tire Pressure Indicator / TPMS Malfunction Indicator Malfunction Indicator* Parking Brake / Brake Fluid
Warning Indicator
Electronic Stability Control OFF Indicator Light on Indicator Airbag Warning Indicator
ECOMINDER ™ (ECO) Indicator* Fog Lights Indicator* Charging System Warning Indicator
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) Indicator Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Indicator* High Beam Indicator
Trunk/Hatch Open Indicator Engine Oil Pressure Warning Indicator Low Fuel Level Warning Indicator
Immobilizer Indicator Safety Belt Warning Indicator Cruise Control ON Indicator*
Electronic Stability Control Indicator Door Ajar Warning Indicator Cruise Control Set Indicator*
KEY OUT Indicator Electronic Brake Force (EBD) System Warning Light Washer Fluid Level Warning Indicator
(Cluster Type A/B shown. LCD content is Type B)
For more information on the function of all
indicator and warning lights, please refer to the
Owner’s Manual.
QUICK TIP
CENTER PANEL

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Trip Computer / Tripmeter
REMINDERS:
•Appearance of Tripmeter display may differ as equipped
•All stored driving information (except Odometer and Range)
is reset if the battery is disconnected
The Trip Computer is a driver information system that displays information
related to driving on the display when the ignition switch or the ENGINE
START/STOP button* is in the ON position.
(Located on Type B
steering wheel)
(Located on Type A
steering wheel)
TRIP
RESET
Instrument Cluster Type A – To toggle
through the different Trip Computer modes,
press the Trip button B. To display the
Tripmeter, press the Trip button Bthen select
Trip A or Trip B. Press the Reset button Cto
reset the Tripmeter to zero.
Instrument Cluster Type B/C – To scroll
through the different LCD Instrument Cluster
modes, press the Mode button D. To display
the Tripmeter, press the Mode button Dand
select Trip Computer . Then press the Next
button Eto scroll to the Trip A/B screens.
Press the Select/Reset button Fto reset the
Tripmeter to zero.
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Fuel Economy
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Range
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Average MPG
•
Instant MPG
Trip A
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Tripmeter A
•
Average MPH
•
Elapsed Time (E/T)
Trip B
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Tripmeter B
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Average MPH
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Elapsed Time (E/T)
(Type C cluster shown)
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes
Press Mode button Ato scroll through the different LCD modes:
Trip Computer Mode: Displays driving information for
tripmeter, fuel economy, etc.
A/V Mode*: Displays the state of the A/V System
Turn-by-Turn Mode*: Displays the state of the navigation
User Settings Mode: Change settings of the doors, lamps
and other features
Information Mode: Informs on service intervals and
pressure status of each tireand other features
(Button panel located on
Steering Wheel, Type B)
(Type C Instrument Cluster)
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
To enter the User Settings mode on the LCD* screen,
press the Mode button Awhen the vehicle is at a
standstill and with the ignition or the ENGINE START/STOP
button* in the ON position and select User Settings .
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing
the Next button B, and then selecting the item by
pressing the Select/Reset button C.
User Settings Mode
(Type B/C settings)
To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR Code or visit the listed
website.
Refer to page 2 for more
information.
LCD Display:
Maintenance Video
LCD Display Video
www.KuTechVideos.com/yd13/2015
www.KuTechVideos.com/yd13/2015
Service Interval Setting:
To set the service interval when in User Settings mode:
•Press the Next button Band scroll to Service Interval.
Press the Select/Reset button Cto enter.
•Press the Next button Band toggle to ON, then press the
Select/Reset button C. Then press the Next button Bto
scroll and select the desired miles or months for your
next service.
•Press the Select/Reset button Cto enter.
To enter Service Mode, press the Mode button A, scroll to the
Service mode and press Next button B. 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 Mode system, press and hold the Next
button Bfor more than 1 second.
To turn Service In OFF, go to User Settings.
Service Mode
Service in
10 days
Service in
Service required
30 days
10 mi.
or
OFF
User Settings
Door
Lamp
Settings
Service Interval
Service in
10 days
Service in
Service required
30 days
10 mi.
or
OFF
User Settings
Door
Lamp
Settings
Service Interval
Service in
10 days
Service in
Service required
30 days
10 mi.
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OFF
User Settings
Door
Lamp
Settings
Service Interval
(Type B/C settings)
(Button panel located on
Steering Wheel, Type B)
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C
QR CODE
Doors:
•Auto Door Lock*
•Auto Door Unlock*
•Two Press Unlock*
•Horn Feedback*
Lamps:
•One-Touch Turn Lamp*
•Headlamp Delay*
•Welcome Light*
Settings:
•Shift Indicator*
•AVG Fuel Economy
Reset
•Easy Seat Access*
•Welcome Sound
Service Interval:
•Service Interval On/Off
•Mileage/months setting

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Fuel Economy
Several factors contribute to your vehicle's fuel economy, including maintenance of your vehicle, driving style,
environmental conditions, vehicle weight and vehicle aerodynamics. Below are tips on how to improve fuel economy:
REMINDERS:
•Driving range can vary depending on your vehicle’s fuel tank size, e.g. 12-gal. vs. 24-gal., even though the MPG may be the same
•See Owner's Manual for safety information
For more information on Fuel Economy, you can snap the QR code above to view a video or refer to the brochure
“GETTING MORE OUT OF EVERY GALLON, FUEL-SAVING TIPS TO DRIVE BY” available at your local dealership.
•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
The indicator functions as both Low Tire Pressure Light and TPMS
Malfunction Indicator.
The TPMS indicator will illuminate if one or more tires is significantly
underinflated, the vehicle has a spare tire without TPMS installed or the
outside temperature becomes significantly colder.
•Inflate tire(s) to specifications to turn off Low Tire Pressure Light
using an accurate digital tire pressure gauge. See front driver’s door
jamb for PSI specification
•The TPMS Malfunction Indicator will illuminate after it blinks for
approximately one minute when there is a problem with the TPMS.
See dealer for service
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
REMINDER: Consult your dealer for service if Low Tire Pressure Light remains
illuminated after inflating your tire(s).
•Even with TPMS, tire pressure should be
checked manually at least once a month. Only
adjust tire pressure on “cold tires”
•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
•In winter or cold weather, the TPMS light may
illuminate if the tire pressure was adjusted to
the recommended tire inflation pressure during
warm weather
QUICK TIPS
To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR Code or visit the listed
website.
Refer to page 2 for more
information.
Fuel Economy Video
TPMS Video
www.KuTechVideos.com/yd13/2015
www.KuTechVideos.com/yd13/2015
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER

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Instrument Panel Dimmer*
With parking lights/headlights ON, press button B(+) or (-) to adjust the
brightness of the instrument panel illumination.
REMINDERS:
•Door Mood Lamp is a fixed brightness and cannot be adjusted (not to be confused with
Advanced Mood Lighting Speaker)
•The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the Navigation System screen. Use
Navigation setup to adjust brightness on the Navigation System
active
ECO
active
ECO
(Located left of steering wheel)
B A
Active ECO helps improve fuel efficiency by controlling several vehicle
components. When activated, it optimizes drivetrain operations such as
engine power and transmission to help improve fuel economy.
To turn ON, press the Active ECO button A. The button light will turn on
and the green ECO indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate
(indicating that you are getting optimal fuel economy). The Active ECO
System will remain on even when the engine is turned off and restarted.
To turn Active ECO OFF, press the button Aagain.
Active ECO System*
To help improve your fuel economy:
•Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a moderate rate
•Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure
•Be sure the wheels are properly aligned
QUICK TIPS
Active Eco System Video
To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR Code or visit the listed
website.
Refer to page 2 for more
information.
www.KuTechVideos.com/yd13/2015
QR CODE
DRIVER'S PANEL