Keys; Record Your Key Number; Key Operations - Kia Forte Owner's Manual

Features of your vehicle

KEYS

Record your key number

The key code num-
ber is stamped on
the key code tag
attached to the key
set. Should
lose your keys, this number will
enable an authorized Kia dealer to
duplicate the keys easily. Remove
the key code tag and store it in a safe
place. Also, record the key code
number and keep it in a safe and
handy place, but not in the vehicle.
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Key operations

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Type A
you
OYDDCO2231/OYDECO2231
Type A
Used to start the engine, lock and
unlock the doors.
WARNING
Use only Kia original parts for
the ignition key in your vehicle.
If an aftermarket key is used, the
ignition switch may not return to
ON after START. If this happens,
the starter will continue to oper-
ate causing possible fire due to
excessive current in the wiring.
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Type B
Type B
To unfold the key, press the release
button and the key will unfold auto-
matically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually
while pressing the release button.
- Aftermarket
keys
Do not fold the key without
pressing the release button.
This may damage the key.
OYDDCO2001
CAUTION
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Key button
operation