Kia Forte: Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Kia Forte 2019-2020 (BD) Owners Manual / Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Illuminated ignition switch

Whenever a front door is opened, the ignition switch will illuminate for your convenience, provided the ignition switch is not in the ON position. The light will go off immediately when the ignition switch is turned on. It will also go off after about 30 seconds when the door is closed.

Before driving

Before entering vehicle Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean. Check the condition of the tires. Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. B ...

Ignition switch position

LOCK (1) The ignition key can be removed only in the LOCK position. ACC (Accessory) (2) The electrical accessories are operative. If difficulty is experienced turning the ignition switch to ...

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Kia Forte 2019-2020 (BD) Service Manual: Power Door Lock Module

Repair procedures Inspection When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver or use a prying trim tool, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage. F ...

Kia Forte 2019-2020 (BD) Service Manual: Smart Key

Repair procedures Smart Key Smart Key Code Saving 1. Connect the VCIⅡ of KDS to the data link connector (16 pins) in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on KDS. 2. Select the vehicle model and then do "Smart key code sa ...