2020 Kia Forte Instrument Cluster Guidelines
The Kia Forte 2020’s instrument cluster is a command center that seamlessly blends convenience and technology, serving as more than just a dashboard. The instrument cluster offers a thorough display of important information and an easy-to-use layout that give drivers a thrilling driving experience. The cluster acts as a doorway to the car’s capabilities, providing crucial vehicle data and cutting-edge connectivity features, all while maintaining a tasteful blend of practicality and sophistication when driving.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Type A
Type B
Type C
- Tachometer
- Speedometer
- Engine coolant temperature gauge
- Fuel gauge
- Warning and indicator lights
- LCD display
The actual cluster in the vehicle may differ from the illustration.
For more details, refer to the “Guages” section in this chapter.
Instrument Cluster Control
Adjusting Instrument Cluster Illumination
The instrument panel illumination intensity can be adjusted by pressing the control switch with the headlight switch in any position when the ignition switch is in the ON position.
The illumination intensity is shown on the instrument cluster LCD window.
- If you hold the illumination control button (“+” or “-”), the brightness will be changed continuously.
- If the brightness reaches the maxi-mum or minimum level, an alarm will sound.
LCD window Control
The LCD window modes can be changed by using the control buttons on the steering wheel.
[Type A]
- TRIP : TRIP button for changing trip modes
- RESET : RESET button for resetting items
[Type B,C]
- MODE button for change LCD MODES
- / : MOVE scroll switch to select items
- OK : SET/RESET button for setting or resetting items
For the LCD modes, refer to “LCD window” in this chapter.
Gauges
Speedometer
The speedometer indicates the for-ward speed of the vehicle.
The speedometer is calibrated in miles per hour and/or kilometers per hour.
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates the approximate number of engine revolutions per minute (rpm).
Use the tachometer to select the correct shift points and to prevent lugging and/or over-revving the engine.
The tachometer pointer may move slightly when the ignition switch is in ACC or ON position with the engine OFF. This movement is normal and will not affect the accuracy of the tachometer once the engine is running.
CAUTION
Red zone
Do not operate the engine with-in the tachometer’s RED ZONE. This may cause severe engine damage.
WARNING
Hot radiator
Never remove the radiator cap when the engine is hot. The engine coolant is under pressure and could cause severe burns. Wait until the engine is cool before adding coolant to the reservoir.
Engine coolant temperature gauge
This gauge shows the temperature of the engine coolant when the igntion switch is ON.
If the gauge pointer moves beyond the normal range area toward the position, it indicates overheating that may damage the engine.
Do not continue driving with an over-heated engine. If your vehicle over-heats, refer to the If the engine over-heats section in Chapter 6.
Fuel gauge
The fuel gauge indicates the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank. The fuel tank capacity is indicated in Chapter 8. The fuel gauge is supplemented by a low fuel warning light, which will illuminate when the fuel tank is nearly empty.
On inclines or curves, the fuel gauge pointer may fluctuate or the low fuel warning light may come on earlier than usual due to the movement of fuel in the tank.
NOTICE
Fuel gauge
Running out of fuel can expose vehicle occupants to danger. You must stop and obtain additional fuel as soon as possible after the warning light comes on or when the gauge indicator comes close to the “E (Empty)” level.
CAUTION
Low fuel
Avoid driving with an extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could cause the engine to misfire, damaging the catalytic converter.
NOTICE
The fuel display may not be accurate if the vehicle is on an incline.
Odometer
The odometer indicates the total dis-tance the vehicle has been driven.
You will also find the odometer useful to determine when periodic maintenance should be performed.
- Odometer range :
0 ~ 999,999 miles or 0 ~ 1,599,999 km.
Outside Temperature Gauge
This gauge indicates the current out-side air temperature in either Fahrenheit or Celsius.
- Temperature range :
- 40°F ~ 211°F (-40°C ~ 85°C)
The outside temperature on the dis-play may not change immediately like a general thermometer to pre-vent the driver from being inattentive.
To change the temperature unit (from °C to °F or from °F to °C)
- Type A Cluster
Press the TRIP button for 5 seconds and more.
- Type B, C Cluster
The temperature unit can be changed by using the “User Settings” mode of the LCD Windows.
For more details, refer to LCD Windows in this chapter.
Transmission Shift Indicator
Intelligent Variable Transmission (if equipped)
This indicator displays which intelligent variable transmission shift lever mode is selected.
- Park : P
- Reverse : R
- Neutral : N
- Drive : D
- Manual Mode : 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Manual transmission shift indicator (if equipped)
This indicator informs which gear is desired while driving to save fuel.
- Shifting up : ▲2, ▲3, ▲4, ▲5, ▲6
- Shifting down : ▼1, ▼2, ▼3, ▼4,
▼ 5
For example
- Indicates that shifting up to the 3rd gear is desired (currently the shift lever is in the 2nd or 1st gear).
- Indicates that shifting down to the 4th gear is desired (currently the shift lever is in the 5th or 6th gear).
When the system is not working properly, the indicator is not displayed.
Dual clutch transmission shift indicator (if equipped)
This indicator displays which shift lever mode is selected.
- Park : P
- Reverse : R
- Neutral : N
- Drive : D1, D2, D3, D4, D5, D6, D7
- Sports Mode : S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6, S7
FAQs
The instrument cluster shows essential car data like mileage, engine temperature, fuel level, speed, trip information, and warning lights.
Yes, you can adjust the cluster’s display settings to your liking by prioritizing and arranging the information as per your preferences through the settings menu.
Yes, there is an automated night mode on the instrument cluster that modifies brightness to improve visibility in low light.
To navigate through the various menus and options available on the instrument cluster, use the controls located on the steering wheel.
Yes, the cluster shows current fuel economy data, which you can use to track your driving patterns and improve your mileage.
Although the instrument cluster isn’t able to connect to smartphones directly, it can display certain phone related data through Bluetooth or other connectivity features.
For information specific to warning light meanings, consult the owner’s manual. Then, proceed with the recommended actions indicated by the displayed warning.
Yes, the cluster frequently lets users choose their preferred language for display by providing language options.
Yes, the cluster offers maintenance alerts for planned maintenance tasks such as tire rotations and oil changes.
The settings menu allows you to reset trip data, including elapsed time, fuel economy, and trip distance.
Although maps may not be directly displayed on the instrument cluster, it can display pertinent information such as turn-by-turn navigation instructions.
While the readings on the instrument cluster are usually precise, they can differ slightly depending on the driving circumstances and calibration.
Approved service centers may be able to provide software updates for the instrument cluster. To find out more, speak with your dealership.
If you experience problems with the instrument cluster, seek help from a certified Kia technician or refer to the owner’s manual.
Certain models may have diagnostic modes that can be accessed via service menus or key sequences for simple troubleshooting. For more information, see the handbook.
Useful Links
View Full PDF : Kia Forte 2020 User Manual|Auto User Guide
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