Replacing the key battery
Operation
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Pry open the key cover gently.
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Replace the old battery with a new battery.
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If you press the tailgate unlock/open button for longer than a second, the lock will be released or the tailgate will be opened according to the options of the vehicle.
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If any door, bonnet or tailgate remains open, the hazard warning lights will not operate.
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After pressing unlock button, the doors will lock automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds.
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After pressing the Lock/Unlock button, The hazard warning lights will flash.
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To start the vehicle remotely, the smart key should be detected within a 10 m (32 ft) distance from the vehicle, and the remote start button should be pressed within 4 seconds after the doors are locked.
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If no further action for operating/driving the vehicle is taken, the vehicle will be turned off 10 minutes after starting the vehicle remotely.
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The driver can move the vehicle forward or backward using the forward/backward buttons (5, 6) on the smart key. For more details on Remote Smart Parking Assist (RSPA), refer to More Details.
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The battery is CR2032 (3V).
If the battery is assembled with incorrect polarity, it will discharge, rendering the key unusable.
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTON BATTERY
If swallowed, a lithium button battery can cause severe or fatal injuries within 2 hours.
Keep batteries out of reach of children.
If you think batteries may have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek immediate medical attention.
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The smart key is designed to give you years of trouble-free use; however, it can malfunction if exposed to moisture or static electricity. If you are unsure how to use or replace the battery, Kia recommends that you contact an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
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Using the wrong battery can cause the smart key to malfunction. Be sure to use the correct battery.
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To avoid damaging the smart key, don't drop it, get it wet, or expose it to heat or sunlight.
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