Kia Forte: Heating and air conditioning / MAX A/C selection

The MAX A/C mode is used to cool
the inside of the vehicle faster.
Air flow is directed toward the upper
body and face.
In this mode, the air conditioning and
the recirculated air position will be
selected automatically.

■ Type A

■ Type B

Instrument panel vents
- Type A
The outlet vents can be opened or
closed separately using the thumbwheel.
To close the vent, rotate it
downward to the maximum position.
Also, you can adjust the direction of
air delivery from these vents using
the vent control lever as shown.
- Type B
The outlet vents can be opened or
closed separately turning the knob
right or left. Also, you can adjust the
direction of air delivery from these
vents by moving the knob in any
direction.
The mode selection knob controls
the direction of the air flow through
the ventilation system.
Air can be directed to the floor, dashboard
outlets, or windshield. Five
symbols are used to r ...
Temperature control
The temperature control knob allows
you to control the temperature of the
air flowing from the ventilation system.
To change the air temperature in the
passenger compart ...
Other information:
The rear seatbacks may be folded to
facilitate carrying long items or to
increase the luggage capacity of the
vehicle.
WARNING - Folded
Seatback
Never allow passengers to sit
on top of the folded down seatback
while the vehicle is moving.
This is not a proper seating
position and n ...
Turn the ignition switch to ACC so
the steering wheel isn’t locked.
Place the transmission shift lever in
N (Neutral).
Release the parking bake.
Press the brake pedal with more
force than normal since you will
have reduced brake performance.
More steering effort will be
r ...