Kia Forte: Features of your vehicle / Interior lights

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Interior lights

Do not use the interior lights for extended periods when the engine is not running as this may cause battery discharge.

WARNING - Interior Lights

Do not use the interior lights when driving in the dark. Accidents could happen because the view may be obscured by interior lights.

Front windshield washers

In the OFF position, pull the lever gently toward you to spray washer fluid on the windshield and to run the wipers 1-3 cycles. Use this function when the windshield is dirty. The spray an ...

Room & Map lamps

Room lamp ■ Type A ■ Type B • : The light stays on at all times. Map lamp ■ Type A ■ Type B • Press the lens (1) to turn ON the map lamp. To turn the map lamp OFF, pres ...

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Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual: Certification label

The certification label is located on the driver's door sill at the center pillar. This label shows the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle. This is called the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating). The GVWR includes the weight of the vehicle, all occupants, fuel and cargo ...

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual: Map lamp (Bulb type) bulb replacement

WARNING Prior to working on the Interior lamps, ensure that the “OFF” button is depressed to avoid burning your fingers or receiving an electric shock. 1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry the lens cover from lamp housing. 2. Remove the bulb by pulling it straight out ...