Kia FORTE 2022, Manual, Page: 217 / 514

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Driving your vehicle Before driving
Before driving
Before entering vehicle
僅 Be sure that all windows, outside mir
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ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
僅 Check the condition of the tires.
僅 Check under the vehicle for any sign
of leaks.
僅 Be sure there are no obstacles behind
you if you intend to back up.
Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Refer to "Maintenance services" on
page 7-5 for further details.
WARNING
Driving while distracted can result in a
loss of vehicle control, that may lead to
an accident, severe personal injury, or
death. The driver's primary responsibility
is in the safe and legal operation of a
vehicle. Any use of handheld devices,
other equipment, or vehicle systems that
take the driver's eyes, attention, and
focus away from the safe operation of a
vehicle are not permissible by law. These
should never be used during the opera
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tion of the vehicle.
Before starting
僅 Close and lock all doors.
僅 Position the seat so that all controls
are easily reached.
僅 Adjust the inside and outside rearview
mirrors.
僅 Be sure that all lights work.
僅 Check all gauges.
僅 Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch or ENGINE
START/STOP button is turned to the
ON position.
僅 Release the parking brake and make
sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are
familiar with your vehicle and its equip
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ment.
WARNING
All passengers must be properly belted
whenever the vehicle is moving. Refer to
"Seat belts" on page 3-16 for more infor
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mation on their proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding areas
near your vehicle for people, especially
children, before putting a car into D
(Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING
Driving under the influence of alcohol
or drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one contrib
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utor to the highway death toll each year.
Even a small amount of alcohol will
affect your reflexes, perceptions and
judgment. Driving while under the influ
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ence of drugs is as dangerous or more
dangerous than driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a seri
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ous accident if you drink or take drugs
and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs, don’t
drive. Do not ride with a driver who has
been drinking or taking drugs. Choose a
designated driver or call a cab.