Immobilizer system

The immobilizer system helps protects your vehicle from theft. If an improperly coded key or other device is used, the vehicle’s power system is disabled.

When you place the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position, the immobilizer system indicator should come on briefly and then go off. If the indicator starts to blink, the system does not recognize the coding of the key.

Place the ENGINE START/STOP button in the OFF position, then place the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ON position again.

If the system repeatedly does not recognize the key’s coding, contact an authorized Kia dealer.

Do not attempt to alter or add other devices to this system, as this could result in electrical problems that may render your vehicle inoperable.

Deactivating the immobilizer system

Turn the ENGINE START/STOP button to the ON position.

Activating the immobilizer system

Change the ENGINE START/STOP button to the OFF position. The immobilizer system activates automatically. Without a valid smart key for your vehicle, the engine will not start.

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  • When starting the vehicle, do not use the key with other immobilizer keys around. Otherwise, the vehicle may not start or may stop soon after it starts. Keep each key separate to avoid a malfunction.

  • If you need additional keys or lose your keys, contact an authorized Kia dealer.

  • In order to prevent theft of your vehicle, do not leave spare keys anywhere in your vehicle. Your immobilizer password is a customer unique password should be kept confidential. Do not leave this number anywhere in your vehicle.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.

Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

  1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

  2. this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

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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.