Remote key

With a remote key, you can lock or unlock the door and liftgate.

With a remote key, you can lock or unlock a door and even start the vehicle without inserting the key.

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The remote key works when it is within approximately 10 m (33 feet) of the vehicle. Antenna within the vehicle sense when the remote key is within range.

Tinting the vehicle windows with film, especially metalized film, may interfere with the remote key’s signal and reduce its operating range.

Lock (1)

All doors will lock if you press the lock button while the key is within range of the vehicle. Once all doors are closed, the hazard warning lights will blink, and the chime will sound once to indicate that all doors are locked.

If you press the lock button again within 4 seconds, the hazard warning lights will blink, and the chime will sound once to confirm that the door is locked.

If any door remains open or if the key is out of range, the hazard warning lights (and/or the chime) will not signal. If all doors are closed after you press the lock button, the hazard warning lights will blink once.

Unlock (2)

All doors will unlock if you press the unlock button once while the key is in range. The hazard warning lights will blink twice to indicate that all doors are unlocked.

Note that the doors will relock automatically if you do not open any door within 30 seconds of pressing the unlock button.

The door will not lock or unlock with the remote key’s lock/unlock button in the following situations:

  • When the vehicle is in ACC or ON.

  • When you try to lock a door when 1 or more doors are open.

NOTE

  • Tinting the vehicle windows with film, especially metalized film, may interfere with the remote key’s receiving frequency and reduce its operating range.

  • If the remote key is inoperative due to exposure to water or other liquids, it will not be covered by your manufacturer’s vehicle warranty.

liftgate unlock (3): (if equipped)

If you press the button for longer than a second, the lock will be released.

Once the liftgate is opened and then closed, the liftgate will lock automatically.

Panic alarm (4)

The horn sounds and the hazard warning lights blink for about 30 seconds if you press the panic alarm button for more than 1 seconds. To stop the horn and lights, press any button on the smart key.

Start-up

You can start the vehicle without inserting the key.

For more information, refer to Ignition switch.

NOTE

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 or 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.