Kia 2016 forte User Manual

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Kia 2016 forte Specifications

General

Brand	Kia
Model	2016 forte
Category	Automobile
Language	English

Summary

Safety features of your vehicle

Seat

Describes driver's, front passenger's, and rear seat adjustments, including manual and power seat features.

Seat belt

Explains seat belt restraint system, proper usage, warnings, and maintenance.

Child restraint system

Provides guidance on child seating positions, restraint systems, and safety warnings.

Air bag-supplemental restraint system

Details the operation, components, and safety precautions for the SRS and airbag systems.

Features of your vehicle

Keys

Smart key

Explains smart key functions like locking/unlocking doors and starting the engine without key insertion.

Steering wheel

Driving your vehicle

Before driving

Outlines essential pre-driving checks like windows, tires, lights, and fluid levels for safe operation.

Key positions

Starting the engine

Provides step-by-step instructions for starting the engine using an ignition key or smart key.

Manual transaxle

Automatic transaxle

Cruise control system

Covers cruise control activation, cancellation, speed adjustment, and warnings for misuse.

What to do in an emergency

Road warning

In case of an emergency while driving

Provides immediate actions for engine stalls, flat tires, or other driving emergencies.

Emergency starting

Details procedures for jump-starting a vehicle safely, including battery precautions and warnings.

If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit)

Guides on using the tire mobility kit for temporary tire repair and subsequent precautions.

Towing

Maintenance

Engine compartment

Maintenance services

Scheduled maintenance service

Engine oil

Explains how to check engine oil level, replace oil/filter, and provides warnings for radiator hose and oil levels.

Engine coolant

Details how to check coolant level, recommended coolant types, mixture percentages, and warnings.

Brake/clutch fluid

Covers checking brake/clutch fluid levels, proper fluid types, and precautions for handling.

Battery

Tires and wheels

Fuses