Locking/unlocking/remote starting/remote parking with the smart key
Smart key
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Lock
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Unlock
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Power tailgate unlock/open
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Remote start
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Remote Start Parking Assist (Forward)
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Remote Start Parking Assist (Backward)
Operation
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Press the corresponding button.
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Press the door lock button (1) and hold the remote start button (4) for 2 seconds to start the vehicle remotely.
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Press the forward/backward buttons (5, 6) to move the vehicle forward/backward.
Non-operating condition(s)
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Being close to a radio transmitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the smart key.
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Being near a mobile two-way radio system or a mobile phone.
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Another vehicle's smart key is being operated close to your vehicle.
Removing the mechanical key from the smart key
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Tab
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Mechanical key
Operation
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Press and hold the tab (1).
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Pull the mechanical key (2) out.
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If, for some reason, you happen to lose your smart key, you will not be able to start the vehicle. Tow the vehicle, if necessary, contact a professional workshop. Kia recommends that you contact an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
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A maximum of 2 smart keys can be registered to a single vehicle. If you lose a smart key, Kia recommends that you contact an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
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When the smart key does not work properly, open and close the door with the mechanical key. If you have a problem with the smart key, Kia recommends that you contact an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
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If the smart key is not moved for some time, the detection function(if equipped) for smart key operation will pause. Lift the smart key to activate the detection again.
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Tinting the vehicle windows with film, especially metallised film, may interfere with receiving frequency transmitted by the smart key, reducing its operating range.