2017-2018 Kia Forte/Forte5 Automatic Climate Control 97250-B0DA0-M15

Genuine Kia OEM automatic HVAC temperature-control panel for select 2017–2018 Kia Forte sedan and Forte5 hatchback models. This is the front center-dash automatic climate-control assembly, not a roof-mounted control.

This part is intended only for vehicles originally equipped with automatic temperature control. It will not replace the visually different three-knob manual HVAC panel.

Product Details

• Genuine Kia OEM used component

• Product type: automatic HVAC temperature-control panel

• Complete OEM number: 97250-B0DA0-M15

• Base part number: 97250-B0DA0

• Alternate format: 97250B0DA0M15

• Hollander interchange number: 655-10012

• Kia part code: 97250A

• Factory description: Control Assembly–Heater

• Other names: dash control unit, heater control and automatic A/C control

• Installation location: front center dashboard

• Climate system: automatic temperature control

• Drive position: left-hand drive

• Fitment type: direct replacement for a matching factory unit

The code “KKDDB” in the original title is a seller inventory identifier and is not an OEM part number.

Control Functions

Depending on the vehicle’s original equipment, this control operates:

• Automatic cabin-temperature regulation

• Temperature adjustment

• Automatic and manual fan-speed control

• Air-distribution mode selection

• Air-conditioning operation

• Cabin-air recirculation

• Front windshield defrost

• Rear-window defrost

• HVAC system on and off functions

Features such as automatic defog or additional air-quality functions can vary between similar-looking automatic panels. Match the complete part number rather than relying only on the button layout.

Compatibility

Fits select US-market 2017–2018 Kia Forte-family vehicles equipped with factory automatic temperature control:

• 2017 Kia Forte sedan

• 2018 Kia Forte sedan

• 2017 Kia Forte5 hatchback

• 2018 Kia Forte5 hatchback

Common salvage-interchange applications include:

• Forte sedan with 2.0L gasoline engine and automatic temperature control

• Forte5 hatchback with 1.6L turbocharged gasoline engine and automatic temperature control

Potential trim applications include properly equipped:

• Forte L

• Forte LX

• Forte S

• Forte EX

• Forte SX

• Forte5 SX

Trim name, engine size and transmission type alone do not confirm compatibility. The vehicle must have the same factory automatic climate system and matching identification number.

Required Vehicle Equipment

The vehicle must have:

• Factory automatic temperature control

• Matching front control and display arrangement

• Matching electrical connectors

• Matching mounting points

• Original part number 97250-B0DA0-M15 or a Kia-authorized supersession

Not Compatible With

• Vehicles equipped with manual three-knob HVAC controls

• Vehicles originally using 97250-B0AA0-M15

• 2016 and earlier vehicles unless Kia confirms compatibility by VIN

• 2019 and newer third-generation Forte models

• Kia Forte Koup without independent part-number verification

• Right-hand-drive vehicles

• Roof or rear-seat climate-control applications

• Other Kia or Hyundai models

• Similar automatic panels with different equipment or identification numbers

Important Part-Number Difference

The listing currently references both B0AA0 and B0DA0, but these numbers represent different configurations:

• 97250-B0AA0-M15: manual A/C control panel

• 97250-B0DA0-M15: automatic temperature-control panel

These assemblies use different controls, electronics, sensors and vehicle wiring. They should not be listed or purchased as direct substitutes.

Other automatic-control revisions may also differ based on body style, production plant, automatic-defog equipment or other HVAC options. An exact label match is strongly recommended.

Condition

Used OEM component in overall good condition. Normal marks, scratches and cosmetic blemishes may be present from previous installation, removal and storage.

Review all photographs carefully for the condition of the display, buttons, control knobs, faceplate, mounting tabs and rear connectors. The pictured component represents the item being offered.

What Is Included

• One Kia automatic HVAC climate-control panel

Radio, dashboard trim, wiring harnesses, sensors, mounting hardware, actuators and additional HVAC components are not included unless specifically pictured.

Installation

This assembly installs in the center dashboard below the radio. Access may require removal of the surrounding trim and radio assembly.

Disconnect the negative battery terminal before unplugging or installing electronic HVAC components. Professional installation is recommended. Depending on the vehicle, diagnostic initialization or system calibration may be required after installation.

This component is a replacement for a matching automatic-control system and is not a conversion kit for a vehicle with manual HVAC controls.

Buyer Verification

Before ordering, compare:

1. Complete OEM number 97250-B0DA0-M15

2. Automatic versus manual climate control

3. Sedan versus Forte5 hatchback application

4. Engine and factory HVAC equipment

5. Front display and button arrangement

6. Rear electrical connectors

7. Mounting-tab positions

8. Vehicle VIN and production market

If the original panel has a different number, have a Kia parts department verify compatibility using the VIN before purchasing.