Remote key (if equipped)
With a remote key, you can lock or unlock the door and tailgate.
Lock (1)
All doors are locked if the lock button is pressed whilst all doors are closed.
The hazard warning lights will blink once to indicate that all doors are locked.
However, if any door, engine bonnet or tailgate remains open, the hazard warning lights will not operate. If all doors, engine bonnet and tailgate are closed after the lock button is pressed, the hazard warning lights will blink once.
Unlock (2)
All doors are unlocked if the unlock button is pressed.
The hazard warning lights will blink twice to indicate that all doors are unlocked.
After pressing this button, the doors will lock automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds.
Remote start (3) (if equipped)
You can start the vehicle using the remote start button (4) of the smart key.
To start the vehicle remotely:
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Lock the doors by pressing the door lock button (1) within 10 m (32 feet) distance from the vehicle.
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Press the remote start button for over 2 seconds within 4 seconds after locking the doors.
Press the remote start button 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.
Tailgate open (4)
If you press this button for longer than a second, the lock will be released.
Once the tailgate is opened and then closed, the tailgate will lock automatically.
To prevent damaging the remote key:
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Keep the remote key away from water or any liquid and fire. If the inside of the remote key gets damp (due to drinks or moisture), or is heated, internal circuit may malfunction, excluding the car from the warranty.
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Avoid dropping or throwing the remote key.
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Protect the remote key from extreme temperatures.
Kia recommends to use parts for replacement from an authorised Kia dealer/service partner. If an aftermarket key is used, the ignition switch may not return to ON after START. If this happens, the starter will continue to operate causing damage to the starter motor and possible fire due to excessive current in the wiring.
Mechanical key
If the remote key does not operate normally, you can lock or unlock the door by using the mechanical key.
To unfold the key:
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press the release button then the key will unfold automatically.
To fold the key:
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fold the key manually whilst pressing the release button.
Do not fold the key without pressing the release button. This may damage the key.
Transmitter precautions
The transmitter will not work if any of following occur:
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The ignition key is in ignition switch.
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You exceed the operating distance limit (about 10 m [30 feet]).
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The battery in the transmitter 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 transmitter 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 transmitter does not work correctly, open and close the door with the ignition key. If you have a problem with the transmitter, Kia recommends to contact an authorised Kia dealer/service partner.
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If the transmitter is in close proximity to your cell phone or smart phone, the signal from the transmitter 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 call, receiving calls, text messaging, and/or sending/receiving emails. Avoid placing the transmitter and your cell phone or smart phone in the same pants or jacket pocket and maintain adequate distance between the two devices.
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Keep the transmitter away from water or any liquid. If the keyless entry system is inoperative due to exposure to water or liquids, it will not be covered by your manufacturer vehicle warranty.
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Keep the transmitter away from electromagnetic materials that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If the keyless entry system is inoperative due to changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance, it will not be covered by your manufacturer’s vehicle warranty.