Armed stage

After you park the vehicle, follow these steps to arm the Theft-alarm system:

  1. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button in the OFF position.
  2. Make sure that all the doors, the hood, and the liftgate are closed and latched.
  3. To lock the doors, press the button on the front outside door handle with the smart key in your possession.

    After you complete these steps, the hazard warning lights blink once to indicate that the system is armed. If any door, the liftgate, or the hood remains open, the theft-alarm system will not arm, the hazard warning lights will not blink, and the chime will not sound. You can also arm the system by using the key to lock the doors; however, the hazard warning lights will not blink.

  4. Press the smart key’s lock button to lock the doors.

    After you complete these steps, the hazard warning lights blink once to indicate that the system is armed.

    TIP

    The theft-alarm system can be deactivated by an authorized Kia dealer.

    If you want this feature deactivated, consult an authorized Kia dealer.

    TIP

    Do not arm the system until all passengers have left the vehicle. If the system is armed while passengers remain in the vehicle, the alarm may activate when the remaining passengers leave the vehicle. If you open any door, the liftgate, or the hood within 30 seconds after the system is armed, the system will be disarmed to prevent unnecessary alarm.