Kia Forte: Lighting / Lighting control
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The light switch has a Headlight and
a Parking light position.
To operate the lights, turn the knob at
the end of the control lever to one of
the following positions:
(1) OFF position
(2) Auto light position
(3) Parking & Tail light
(4) Headlight position
Parking & Tail light (
)
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When the light switch is in the parking
light position, the tail and license
lights will turn ON.
Headlight position (
)
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When the light switch is in the headlight
position, the head, tail, license
lights will turn ON.
✽ NOTICE
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position to turn on the headlights.
Auto light position
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When the light switch is in the AUTO
light position, the taillights and headlights
will turn ON or OFF automatically
depending on the amount of
light outside the vehicle.
CAUTION
- Never place anything over the
sensor (1) located on the
instrument panel, as keeping
the sensor unobstructed will
ensure better auto-light system
control.
- Do not clean the sensor using
a window cleaner as the cleaner
may leave a light film which
could interfere with the sensor's
operation.
- If your vehicle has window tint
or other types of metallic coating
on the front windshield,
the Auto light system may not
work properly.
Battery saver function
• The purpose of this feature is to
prevent the battery from being discharged
if the lights are left in the
ON position. The system automatically
shuts off the parkin ...
To turn on the high beam headlamp,
push the lever away from you. The
lever will return to its original position.
To turn off the high beam headlamps,
pull the lever towards you. It will retur ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Components
[4DR]
1. Rear view camera
2. Trunk lid handle
3. AVN monitor
4. Steering angle sensor
[5DR]
1. Rear view camera
2. Tailgate lid handle
3. AVN monit ...
Turn Signal Indicator
Light
This indicator light blinks:
• When you turn the turn signal light
on.
If any of the following occurs, there
may be a malfunction with the turn
signal system. In this situation, have
your vehicle inspected by an authorized
Kia dealer.
- The indicator l ...