Vehicle Specifications

Manual Heating and Air Conditioning

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The heating and cooling system can be controlled manually by pressing the buttons or turning the knobs, other than the AUTO button. In this case, the system operates sequentially according to the order of the selected button(s) or knob(s).

1. Start the engine.

2. Set the mode to the desired position. For maximum heating and cooling efficiency;

- Heating:
- Cooling:

3. Set the temperature control to the desired position.

4. Set the air intake control to the outside (fresh) air position.

5. Set the fan speed control to the desired speed.

6. If air conditioning is required, turn the air conditioning system on.

Press the AUTO button to switch to fully automatic control of the system.

Mode Selection

The mode selection button controls the airflow direction through the ventilation system.

The airflow outlets are changed as follows:

Refer to the illustration in "Manual Climate Control System."

Face Level

Airflow is directed to the upper body and face. In addition, each outlet can be adjusted to direct the air flowing out of the outlet.

Bi-Level

Airflow is directed to the face and floor.

Floor Level

Most of the airflow is directed to the floor, with a small amount of air directed to the windshield and side window defrosters.

Floor/Defrost Level

Most of the airflow is directed to the floor and windshield, with a small amount directed to the side window defrosters.

Defrost Mode

When the defrost mode is selected, the following system settings will be set automatically:

  • The air conditioning system will be turned on.
  • The outside (fresh) air position will be selected.
  • The fan speed will be set to high.

To cancel defrost mode, press the mode button or defrost button again, or press the AUTO button.

Instrument Panel Vents

■ Type A

■ Type B

- Enter

The outlet can be opened or closed individually using the horizontal wheel. To close the vent, turn it down to the maximum position. To open the vent, turn it up to the desired position.

In addition, you can adjust the direction of the air flowing from these vents using the vent control lever, as shown in the illustration.

- Type B

The vents can be opened or closed individually by turning the knob to the right or left. In addition, you can adjust the direction of the airflow from these vents by moving the knob in any direction.

Test yourself

A quick Kia Forte BD quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.