Kia Forte: Trunk / Emergency trunk safety release

Your vehicle is equipped with an
emergency trunk release lever located
inside the trunk. If someone is
inadvertently locked in the trunk,
moving the handle in the direction of
the arrow will release the trunk latch
mechanism and open the trunk.
No one should be allowed to occupy
the trunk at any time. The trunk is a
very dangerous location in the event
of a crash.
Use the release lever for emergencies
only. Use extreme caution,
especially while the vehicle is in
motion.
To close, lower the trunk lid, then
press down on it until it locks. To be
sure the trunk lid is securely fastened,
always check by trying to pull
it up again.
WARNING - Exhaust
Fumes
The ...
On a vehicle equipped with a smart
key, the trunk can be opened with
no-touch activation using the Smart
Trunk system.
How to use the Smart Trunk
The trunk can be opened with notouch
activ ...
Other information:
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
■ VIN label
The VIN is also on a plate attached
to the top of the dashboard. The
number on the plate can easily be
seen through the windshield from
outside.
Vehicle certification label
The vehicle certification label
attached on the driver’s ...
■ Type A
■ Type B
1. Fan speed control knob
2. Temperature control knob
3. Air conditioning button (if equipped)
4. Rear window defroster button
5. Air intake control button
6. Mode selection knob
✽ NOTICE
Operating the blower when the
ignition switch is in the ON position ...