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Locking/unlocking/remote starting/remote parking with the smart key

Smart key

  1. Lock

  2. Unlock

  3. Power tailgate unlock/open

  4. Remote start

  5. Remote Start Parking Assist (Forward)

  6. Remote Start Parking Assist (Backward)

Operation

  • Press the corresponding button.

  • Press the door lock button (1) and hold the remote start button (4) for 2 seconds to start the vehicle remotely.

  • Press the forward/backward buttons (5, 6) to move the vehicle forward/backward.

Non-operating condition(s)

  • Being close to a radio transmitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the smart key.

  • Being near a mobile two-way radio system or a mobile phone.

  • Another vehicle's smart key is being operated close to your vehicle.

Removing the mechanical key from the smart key

  1. Tab

  2. Mechanical key

Operation

  1. Press and hold the tab (1).

  2. Pull the mechanical key (2) out.

NOTICE
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Tinting the vehicle windows with film, especially metallised film, may interfere with receiving frequency transmitted by the smart key, reducing its operating range.