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

Kia Forte 2019-2025 (BD) Owners Manual / Features of your vehicle / Manual climate control system / 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.

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