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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.
VIDEOS & QR CODES - SMARTPHONES, TABLETS AND COMPUTERS QR CODE Kia provides a number of video resources at your disposal to assist you with becoming familiar with the features and One Click Fuel Cap Video 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/yd13/2017 .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster Overview Tachometer Speedometer Turn Signal Indicators x1000rpm LCD Screen/Odometer/Tripmeter* 1050 120 140 RANGE km/h Gear Shift Position Indicator* Avg. Fuel Gauge Next Reset 0012075 Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations. (Cluster Type C shown) For more information on the instrument cluster, the LCD Warning Messages and the function of all indicator...
CENTER PANEL Indicators & Warning Lights 1050 x1000rpm 30.1 L/100mi Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light 120 140 km/h locations may differ from those in the illustrations. : NEXT For more information on the instrument cluster and the function of all indicator and warning lights, 0012075 please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER LCD Instrument Cluster Modes* Trip Computer / Tripmeter Press Mode button to scroll through the different LCD modes: The Trip Computer is a driver information system that displays information related to driving on the display when the ignition switch or the ENGINE Trip Computer Mode: Displays driving information for START/STOP button* is in the ON position .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER User Settings Mode* Service Mode* QR CODE (Type B/C settings) (Type B/C settings) To view these videos on your mobile device, snap To enter the User Settings mode on the LCD* screen, press To enter Service Mode, press the Mode button these QR Codes or visit the the Mode button when the vehicle is at a standstill and...
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Fuel Economy QR CODES To view these videos on Several factors contribute to your vehicle's fuel economy, including maintenance of your vehicle, driving style, your mobile device, snap environmental conditions, vehicle weight and vehicle aerodynamics . Below are tips on how to improve fuel economy: these QR Codes or visit the listed website .
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Drive Mode Integrated Control System Active ECO System (ECO Mode)* QR CODE The Drive Mode may be selected depending on driver’s The Active ECO system helps improve fuel economy by Active Eco System Video preferences and road conditions . controlling several vehicle components .
DRIVER'S PANEL Electronic Stability Control (ESC) The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during cornering maneuvers . It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned on for daily driving whenever possible . Press ESC button to turn ESC OFF/ON .
DRIVER'S PANEL Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System* QR CODE The BSD system uses radar sensors to help alert the driver before changing Blind Spot Detection (BSD) with RCTA Video lanes . The light on the BSD button will illuminate when turned ON . The outside rearview mirror warning lights will also illuminate for 3 seconds .
DRIVER'S PANEL Lane Keep Assist Lane Keep Assist Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) / Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)* QR CODE With the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position, press the Lane Departure Warning System Video LKAS/LDWS button to turn system ON . The instrument cluster indicator will illuminate .
DRIVER'S PANEL Engine Start/Stop Button* QR CODE Engine Start/Stop Button To start the engine: & Smart Key Video 1 . Depress the brake pedal To view a video on your 2 . Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while the gear shift is in Park (or while in mobile device, snap this Neutral for Manual Gear Shift) QR Code or visit the listed...
DRIVER'S PANEL Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock Pull/Press to operate Driver’s & Passenger's Window Auto Up/Down* Press to Unlock/Lock All Doors Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows REMINDER: When pressed , window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled, including from the driver’s controls .
When the AFLS indicator illuminates on the instrument cluster, the AFLS is not Owner’s Manual. working properly . See authorized Kia dealer for service . FORTE F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E...
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Windshield Wipers & Washers To operate: MIST: Single wipe • Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes OFF: Wiper off • Rotate INT switch to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed INT: Intermittent wipe • Pull lever to spray and wipe LO: Slow wipe QUICK TIP HI: Fast wipe...
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel FlexSteer Steering Wheel Mode* QR CODE To adjust the Steering Wheel, push down the Lock-Release Select the desired steering mode by toggling FlexSteer Steering ™ Wheel Mode Video Lever and adjust to desired angle and distance through the steering modes .
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Audio Controls Cruise Control* Audio MODE button: Press to cycle through FM 1-2/AM/SAT 1-3/ CRUISE Control ON/OFF button: Press to turn the Cruise USB/Aux/iPod ® Control ON/OFF Seek/Preset button: Resume Cruising Speed button: Press up to resume or increase Radio Mode - Press to advance through the Preset Stations .
End Call button: Press to end a call or cancel a function For more information, if equipped, refer to the Car Multimedia System User's Manual or the UVO System User’s Manual. For Bluetooth Wireless Technology FAQs, go to www.kia.com, Owners section, or call ®...
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Voice Recognition and Phone Contact Tips Bluetooth Wireless Technology ® QR CODE The Kia Voice Recognition System may Pairing a Phone Voice Recognition Tips Video have difficulty understanding some accents For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the audio system’s user’s or uncommon names .
AUDIO SYSTEMS Standard Audio System (Type A)* QR CODE – FM/AM/Sirius /Media (CD, USB, iPod , Aux, My Music, Bluetooth Audio) ® ® ® Standard Audio System Videos Press to turn display ON/OFF To view a video on your Insert CD mobile device, snap this Press to eject CD DISP...
AUDIO SYSTEMS Standard Audio System (Type B) /Media (CD, MP3, USB, iPod, AUX, My Music, Bluetooth – FM/AM/Sirius Audio) ® ® Insert disc Press to eject disc DISP Press to turn display ON/OFF Press to select FM/AM/Sirius Modes ® Press to MUTE RADIO MUTE Press to scan Radio/Sirius...
AUDIO SYSTEMS UVO eServices Setup* UVO eServices Registration/Activation – To use UVO eServices: 1 . Register through your UVO eServices app or at MyUVO .com 2 . On your Smartphone, go to an app store or marketplace to download the UVO eServices app and log in to the app using your MyUVO .com account credentials 3 .
AUDIO SYSTEMS UVO eServices System* – FM/AM/SiriusXM /Media (USB, iPod , Aux, Bluetooth Audio, My Music) ® ® ® Press to select previous/next Radio/ SiriusXM ® stations/Media tracks/ files . Press and hold to move quickly through stations/tracks/files Press to select UVO eServices mode Press to enter PHONE mode Press to enter RADIO mode Press to enter Apps/Information menu...
AUDIO SYSTEMS UVO eServices with Premium Navigation* QR CODE , Aux, Bluetooth – FM/AM/SiriusXM /Media (USB, iPod Audio, My Music) ® ® ® UVO eServices with Premium Navigation System Videos To view these videos on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or Press to select previous/next Radio/ SiriusXM ®...
CENTER PANEL Digital Clock Aux/USB/iPod Port ® & Power Outlets Center Panel Clock and Outside Temperature Setup*: Press the H button to advance the PASS time by one hour . Press the M button OUTSIDE AIR BAG to advance the time by one minute . 180W 180W Press and hold both buttons for more than...
CENTER PANEL Automatic Climate Control* Climate control display Driver or dual temperature control knob Passenger temperature control knob ADS OFF AUTO AUTO ° ° SYNC Automatic climate control button Sync temperature control mode button Cluster Ionizer Air conditioning ON/OFF button System OFF button MODE FRONT...
CENTER PANEL Manual Climate Control* Mode selection knob Air conditioning* ON/OFF button Recirculated/fresh air button Fan speed Temperature control knob control knob Rear window defroster ON/OFF button Air Flow Modes Defrost Outside Windshield: Defog Inside Windshield: To select Air Flow modes, press the 1 .
CENTER PANEL Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic Shifting* ® QR CODES To view these videos on P: Park your mobile device, snap R: Reverse these QR Codes or visit the listed website . N: Neutral Refer to page 2 for more information .
SEATING 6-Way Manual Adjustable Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* QR CODE Driver’s Seat* Seat Warmers button - Press button once for high Heated and Ventilated Seats Video setting (3 LEDs lit) . Press button twice for medium Pull lever to slide Seat forward/backward . setting (2 LEDs lit) .
SEATING 10-way Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* Driver Position Memory System* Move/Press controls to adjust Seat forward/backward, Seat Cushion height, Seatback recline and Lumbar support* . To store a seating position into memory, first move the gear shift into P (Park) while the ignition is ON . Then: 1 .
SEATING Folding Rear Seats 2- and 4-door model 5-door model 1 . Lower Rear Headrests to the lowest position 1 . Lower the headrest to the farthest position 2 . Ensure the Rear Seatbelt is secured into the guide 2 . Pull the Lock Release Lever , located on Seatback shoulder 3 .
OTHER KEY FEATURES Sunroof Operation* Map/Room Lamps* The Sunroof and Sunshade operation is controlled through a multi- Map/Personal Lamp directional switch/lever, and the ignition needs to be in the ON position to Push the lens to turn the map/personal lamp ON/OFF . This light produces operate the Sunroof/Sunshade .
OTHER KEY FEATURES Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)* Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All (Type A) • Turn clockwise once to unlock Driver’s Door Press the release button to unfold the key • Turn clockwise again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors •...
OTHER KEY FEATURES Smart Key* QR CODE Smart Key Fob: Engine Start/Stop Button & Smart Key Video Press to lock All Doors To view a video on your Press to unlock Driver’s Door . Press twice in 4 seconds to unlock All Doors mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed Press and hold to unlock Trunk/Hatch and manually open...
OTHER KEY FEATURES Power Trunk / Smart Trunk* Smart Key: Smart Trunk* To open the Power Trunk, press and hold the Trunk button When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are near the back of the vehicle, until the Trunk begins opening .
OTHER KEY FEATURES Hood Release Lever and Latch Trunk Release Button Opening the Hood: Located underneath the Trunk lid . With Trunk unlocked, press the Trunk Release Button and pull the Trunk up by the handle to open . 1 . Pull the Hood Release Lever to unlatch the Hood 2 .
OTHER KEY FEATURES OTHER KEY FEATURES How to Sync Transmitter with HomeLink ® HomeLink with Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror* ® If programming for the first time, begin with Step 1 (repeating this step will HomeLink button Glare detection sensor ® delete all information) . HomeLink ®...
OTHER KEY FEATURES Rear-Camera Display* Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator QR CODE (Check Engine Light) One Click Fuel Cap Video The Rear-Camera Display system is not a safety device . It is a supplemental system that displays the view behind the vehicle Tighten for ONE CLICK to To view a video on your through the Standard Audio System (Type B)*, UVO Audio System*,...
SAFETY FEATURES SAFETY FEATURES Seat Belts Occupant Detection System (ODS) / Passenger Airbag Off Indicator To properly fasten your Seat Belts: ODS detects the presence of the front passenger . 1 . Insert the belt tongue plate into PASS the buckle until it clicks AIR BAG Depending on the situation and type of accident, the...
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When your vehicle requires service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best . Your dealer has factory-trained technicians, recommended special tools, genuine Kia replacement parts, and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction . For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Kia dealer .
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1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . 1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use use them .
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1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . 1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use how to use them .
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1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives 1 . If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended . Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them .
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Kia products. Contact your local Kia dealer for 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com. Other the most current information.
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*if equipped Explain first service process and schedule first service appointment Tour Parts & Service departments, introduce staff and explain value of Kia Parts and Service Review recommended maintenance schedule and maintenance requirements to validate warranty Review business hours and Customer 360° Care...
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Owner’s Name: _________________________________VIN: _______________________Mileage: ________________ Dealership Name: _______________________________Sales Consultant: _____________Date: ___________________ BEFORE DELIVERY Confirm “Good Battery” with Kia GR8-1299 battery tester Verify all tire pressures are to spec (see driver’s door label) LF Verify proper operation of Remote Keyless Entry and Smart Key lock/unlock...
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