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Remote key

With a remote key, you can lock or unlock the door and trunk/tailgate.

Type A
Type B

Lock (1)

All doors are locked if the lock button is pressed while all doors are closed.

The hazard warning lights will blink once to indicate that all doors are locked.

However, if any door, engine hood or trunk/tailgate remains open, the hazard warning lights will not operate. If all doors, engine hood and trunk/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.

If your vehicle is equipped with 2 Press Unlock function (if equipped), when you press the unlock button (2), the driver's door will unlock. The hazard warning lights will blink two times.Then press the unlock button (2) twice within 4 seconds and all doors and trunk will unlock. The hazard warning lights will blink two times.

You can activate or deactivate the 2 Press Unlock function by selecting 'User Settings (LCD display) or Setup → Vehicle (Infotainment System screen) → Door → 2 Press Unlock'. (if equipped)

Trunk/tailgate unlock (3)

The trunk/tailgate is unlocked if the button is pressed for more than 1 second.The hazard warning lights will blink twice to indicate that the trunk/tailgate is unlocked.However, after pressing this button, the trunk/tailgate will lock automatically unless you open the trunk/tailgate within 30 seconds.

Once the trunk/tailgate is opened and then closed, the trunk/tailgate will lock automatically.

Panic alarm (4) (if equipped)

  1. Press the panic button (4) for more than 1 second.

  2. The horn sounds and hazard warning light flash for about 27 seconds.

NOTICE

To stop the horn and lights, press any button on the key.

Start-up

* For more information, refer to More Details.

NOTICE

To prevent damaging the remote key:

  • 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.

  • Avoid dropping or throwing the remote key.

  • Protect the remote key from extreme temperatures.

WARNING

Kia recommends to use parts for replacement from an authorized 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:

  • press the release button then the key will unfold automatically.

To fold the key:

  • fold the key manually while pressing the release button.

CAUTION

Do not fold the key without pressing the release button. This may damage the key.

Transmitter precautions

NOTICE

The transmitter will not work if any of the following occurs:

  • The ignition key is in the ignition switch.

  • You exceed the operating distance limit (about 10 m [30 feet]).

  • The battery in the transmitter is weak.

  • Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.

  • The weather is extremely cold.

  • 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 authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

  • 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.

CAUTION

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If the key less 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.

NOTICE

Keep the remote key away from electromagnetic materials that blocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.