Remote keyless entry (if equipped)
Remote keyless entry system operations
All doors are locked if the lock button is pressed. If all doors are closed, the hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound once (for smart key) to indicate that all doors are locked.
Also, if the lock button is pressed once more within 4 seconds, the hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound once to confirm that the door is locked.
However, if any door remains open, the hazard warning lights (and/or the chime) will not operate. But if all doors are closed after the lock button is pressed, the hazard warning lights will blink once.
The driver's door is unlocked if the unlock button is pressed once. The hazard warning lights will blink twice and the chime will sound twice (for smart key) to indicate that the driver's door is unlocked.
All doors are unlocked if the unlock button is pressed once more within 4 seconds. The hazard warning lights will blink (for smart key, the chime also sounds) twice again to indicate that all doors are unlocked. After pressing this button, the doors will lock automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds.
If you attempt to lock or unlock the door by pressing the door lock/unlock button in any of the following states, the door will not be locked or unlocked.
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When you want to lock or unlock the door in the ACC or ON state.
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When you want to lock a door in a car with one or more doors open.
Depending on the vehicle, the driver can turn off or set the 2 Press Unlock setting function.
If the keyless entry system is inoperative due to exposure to water or liquids, it will not be covered by your manufacturer's vehicle warranty.
The trunk is opened if the button is pressed for more than 1 second.
The horn sounds and the hazard warning lights blink for about 30 seconds if this button is pressed for more than 0.5 seconds. To stop the horn and lights, press any button on the transmitter.
You can start the vehicle using the remote start button (5) of the smart key.
To start the vehicle remotely:
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Lock the doors by pressing the door lock button (1) within 32 ft (10 m) distance from the vehicle.
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Press the remote start button for over 2 seconds within 4 seconds after locking the doors and the hazard warning will blink.
Press the remote start button (5) once to turn off the vehicle.
If no further action for operating/driving the vehicle is taken, the vehicle will be turned off 10 minutes after starting the vehicle remotely.
Remote keyless entry precautions
The remote keyless entry will not work if any of the following occurs:
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The ignition key is in the ignition switch. (if equipped)
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You exceed the operating distance limit. (about 33 ft [10 m].)
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The battery in the remote keyless entry is weak.
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Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
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The weather is extremely cold.
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The remote keyless entry is close to a radio transmitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the transmitter.
When the remote keyless entry does not work properly, open and close the door with the ignition key. If you have a problem with the remote keyless entry, contact an authorized Kia dealer.
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If the remote keyless entry is in close proximity to your cell phone or smart phone, the signal from the remote keyless entry could be blocked by normal operation of your cell phone or smart phone. This is especially important when the phone is active such as making calls, receiving calls, text messaging, and/or sending/receiving emails. Avoid placing the remote keyless entry and your cell phone or smart phone in the same pants or jacket pocket and maintain adequate distance between the two devices.
Transmitter Keep the transmitter away from water or any liquid as, it can become damaged and not function properly.
If the keyless entry system is inoperative due to exposure to water or liquids, it will not be covered by your manufacturer's vehicle warranty.
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