Subaru Forester: Overview

Exterior overview

Figure 1. Front view
Front exterior overview of the Kia Telluride showing major exterior components and safety sensors

The appearance of your Kia Telluride may vary slightly depending on the model, trim level, market specifications, or optional equipment. Use this illustration as a general guide when identifying exterior components.

  1. Hood - Hood

  2. Front windshield wiper blades - Wipers and washers, Wiper blades

  3. Front view camera - Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion)

  4. Headlamp - Lighting, Light bulb position (Front)

  5. Sunroof - Sunroof, Dual wide sunroof

  6. Outside rearview mirror - Outside rearview mirror

  7. Front radar - Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion)

  8. Front ultrasonic sensors - Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion)

  9. Front side marker lamp - Light bulb position (Front)

  10. Front side ultrasonic sensors - Forward Collision-avoidance Assist (FCA) (Sensor Fusion)

  11. Wheel and tire - Tires and wheels

Figure 2. Rear view
Rear exterior overview of the Kia Telluride highlighting rear lighting, liftgate, camera, and parking sensors

The actual configuration of your Kia Telluride may differ slightly from the illustration depending on installed equipment and regional specifications.

  1. Doors - Door locks

  2. Roof rack - Roof rack

  3. Fuel filler door - Fuel filler door

  4. Rear combination lamp - Light bulb position (Rear)

  5. Glass antenna - Glass antenna

  6. High mounted stop lamp - Light bulb position (Rear)

  7. Wide-rear view camera - Rear View Monitor (RVM)

  8. Liftgate - Liftgate, Smart liftgate with auto open

  9. Rear side ultrasonic sensors - Reverse Parking Collision-avoidance Assist (PCA)

  10. Rear reflector

  11. Rear ultrasonic sensors - Parking Distance Warning (PDW), Reverse Parking Collision-avoidance Assist (PCA)

Interior overview

Driver area and interior controls overview of the Kia Telluride cabin

The illustration represents the general layout of the Kia Telluride interior. Depending on the selected trim level or optional features, some controls or equipment may differ from those shown.

  1. Steering wheel heater button - Steering wheel heater

  2. Front seat warmer and air ventilation seat button - Seat warmer, Air ventilation seat

  3. Integrated memory system - Integrated memory system

  4. Comfort stretch control switch - Ergo-motion seat (Driver's seat)

  5. EPB switch - Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)

  6. Instrument panel illumination control switch - Adjusting instrument cluster illumination

  7. Power liftgate open/close button - Liftgate, Power liftgate open/close button (inside the power liftgate), Smart liftgate with auto open

  8. TOW mode button - TOW mode

  9. ISG OFF button - Idle Stop and Go (ISG)

  10. ESC OFF button - Electronic Stability Control (ESC)

  11. Outside rearview mirror R or L control switch - Outside rearview mirror

  12. Outside rearview mirror control and folding switch - Outside rearview mirror

  13. Central door lock/unlock switch - Operating door locks from inside the vehicle

  14. Power window switches - Window opening and closing

  15. Power window lock button - Power window lock button

    Electronic power child safety lock button - Electronic child safety lock system

  16. Hood release lever - Hood

  17. Instrument panel fuse - Fuses

  18. Brake pedal - Brake system

  19. Tilt and telescopic steering wheel lever and switch - Tilt and telescopic steering wheel

  20. Steering wheel - Steering wheel

  21. Seat - Seats

Instrument panel overview

Instrument panel and center console overview of the Kia Telluride dashboard

The layout shown illustrates the primary controls and displays available in the Kia Telluride. Some switches, buttons, and equipment may vary according to vehicle specification, trim level, or optional packages.

  1. Driving Assist button - Lane Keeping Assist (LKA), Smart Cruise Control (SCC)

  2. Light control/turn signals lever - Lighting

  3. DRIVE MODE button - DRIVE MODE

  4. Horn - Horn

    Driver’s front air bag - Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag

  5. TERRAIN MODE button - TERRAIN MODE

  6. Audio remote control button

  7. Shift lever - Automatic Transmission (AT)

    ENGINE START/STOP button - ENGINE START/STOP button

  8. Instrument cluster - Instrument cluster

  9. Wiper and washer control lever - Wipers and washers

  10. Infotainment system - Infotainment system

  11. Hazard warning flasher switch - Hazard lights switch

  12. Climate control system - Automatic climate control system

  13. Glove box - Glove box

  14. Passenger’s front air bag - Driver’s and passenger’s front air bag

  15. AUTO HOLD button - AUTO HOLD

  16. DBC switch - Downhill Brake Control (DBC)

  17. Parking/View button - Parking/View button, Parking/View button

  18. Parking Safety button - Parking Safety button

  19. Cup holder - Cup holder

  20. Center console storage box - Storage compartments

  21. Wireless charging system/USB Charger - Wireless smartphone charging system, USB charger

  22. USB port - USB port

  23. USB charger - USB charger

Engine compartment overview

Figure 1. Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi (Gasoline)
Detailed diagram of the Kia Telluride engine bay showing component locations for maintenance

Please note that the specific layout of the engine compartment in your Kia Telluride may vary slightly depending on the production date, trim level, or regional specifications compared to the illustration provided.

  1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir - Washer fluid: Ensure this is kept filled to maintain clear visibility during all driving conditions.

  2. Engine coolant reservoir - Engine coolant: Vital for maintaining optimal engine operating temperatures in your Kia Telluride.

  3. Engine oil dipstick - Engine oil (Gasoline): Used to accurately check the oil level to ensure proper engine lubrication.

  4. Engine oil filler cap - Engine oil (Gasoline): Point of access for replenishing engine oil during routine maintenance.

  5. Brake fluid reservoir - Brake fluid: Essential component for the hydraulic braking system, requiring periodic level checks.

  6. Negative 12V battery terminal - Jump starting, 12V battery: Designated negative connection point for electrical maintenance and emergency jump-starting procedures.

  7. Positive 12V battery terminal - Jump starting, 12V battery: Protected positive connection point for the Kia Telluride battery system.

  8. Air cleaner - Air cleaner: Housing for the engine air filter, which ensures the intake air is free of debris for peak performance.

  9. Fuse box - Fuse/relay panel description: Central hub for managing the vehicle's electrical circuits and onboard electronics.

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