2008 KIA PICANTO key

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This system is designed to provide pro-
tection from unauthorized entry into the
car. This system is operated in three
stages: the first is the "Armed" stage, the
second is the "Theft-alarm" stage, and
the third is the "Disarmed" stage. If trig-
gered, the system provides an audible
alarm with blinking of the hazard warning
lights. D030100ASA
Armed stage
Park the car and stop the engine. Arm
the system as described below.
1. Remove the ignition key from the igni-
tion switch and exit the vehicle.
2. Make sure that all doors (and tailgate) and engine hood are closed and latched.
3. Lock the doors using the transmitter of the keyless entry system.
After completion of the steps above, the
hazard warning lights will blink once to
indicate that the system is armed.
If any door (or tailgate) or engine hood
remains open, the hazard warning lights
will not operate and the theft-alarm will
not arm. If all doors (and tailgate) and
engine hood are closed after the lock
button is pressed, the hazard warning
lights will blink once and the theft-alarm
system will be armed.
CAUTION
The keyless entry system trans- mitter is designed to give youyears of trouble-free use, howev-er it can malfunction if exposed to
moisture or static electricity. Ifyou are unsure how to use yourtransmitter or replace the battery, contact an authorized KIA dealer.
Using the wrong battery can cause the transmitter to malfunc-tion. Be sure to use the correctbattery.
To avoid damaging the transmit- ter, don't drop it, get it wet, orexpose it to heat or sunlight.
THEFT-ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
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✽✽NOTICE
The theft-alarm system by the key can
be activated by an authorized KIA deal-
er.
If you want this feature, consult an
authorized KIA dealer.
Do not arm the system until all pas-
sengers have left the vehicle. If the
system is armed while a passenger(s)
remains in the vehicle, the alarm may
be activated when the remaining pas-
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Theft-alarm stage
The alarm will be activated if any of the
following occurs while the system is
armed.
A front or rear door is opened without
using the transmitter.
The tailgate is opened without using the transmitter.
The engine hood is opened.The siren will sound and the hazard
warning lights will blink continuously for
approximately 30 seconds (for Europe,Middle East Area and China), and repeat
the alarm 3 times unless the system is
disarmed (except Europe, Middle East
Area and China). To turn off the system,
unlock the doors with the transmitter. D030400ASA
Disarmed stage
The system will be disarmed when the
doors (and tailgate) are unlocked with the
transmitter.
After depressing the unlock button, the
hazard warning lights will blink twice to
indicate that the system is disarmed.
After depressing the unlock button, if any door (or tailgate) is not opened within 30
seconds, the system will be rearmed.
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Operating door locks from out-
side the vehicle
Turn the key toward the rear of the
vehicle to unlock and toward the front
of the vehicle to lock.
If you lock/unlock the driver’s door with a key, all vehicle doors will lock/unlock
automatically. (if equipped with central
door lock system) Doors can also be locked and
unlocked with the transmitter. (ifequipped)
Once the doors are unlocked, they may be opened by pulling the door handle.
When closing the door, push the door by hand. Make sure that doors are
closed securely.
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Operating door locks from inside
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With the door lock lever
To unlock a door, pull the door locklever (1) to the “Unlock” position.
To lock a door, push the door lock lever (1) to the “Lock” position.
To open a door, pull the door handle (2) outward.
If you lock/unlock the front door with the door lock lever, all vehicle doors
will lock/unlock automatically. (if
equipped with central door lock sys-tem)
WARNING - Doors
The doors should always be fully closed and locked while the vehi-
cle is in motion to prevent acci-
dental opening of the door.
Locked doors will also discour-
age potential intruders when the
vehicle stops or slows.
Be careful when opening doors and watch for vehicles, motorcy-
cles, bicycles or pedestrians
approaching the vehicle in the
path of the door. Opening a door
when something is approaching
can cause damage or injury.WARNING - Unlocked
vehicles
Leaving your vehicle unlocked can
invite theft or possible harm to you
or others from someone hiding in
your vehicle while you are gone.
Always remove the ignition key,
engage the parking brake, close all
windows and lock all doors when
leaving your vehicle unattended.
WARNING - Unattended
children
An enclosed vehicle can become
extremely hot, causing death or
severe injury to unattended chil-dren or animals who cannot escape
the vehicle. Furthermore, children
might operate features of the vehi-
cle that could injure them, or they
could encounter other harm, possi-
bly from someone gaining entry to
the vehicle. Never leave children or
animals unattended in your vehicle.
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D070100ASA Opening the tailgate
The tailgate is locked or unlocked byturning the key to the "Lock" or
"Unlock" position.
The tailgate is locked or unlocked when all doors are locked or unlocked
with the key, transmitter or driver's door
lock lever. (if equipped with central
door lock system)
If unlocked, the tailgate can be opened by pressing the handle and thanpulling up the hatch.
✽✽ NOTICE
In cold and wet climates, door lock and
door mechanisms may not work proper-
ly due to freezing conditions.D070200AUN Closing the tailgate
To close the tailgate, lower and push
down the tailgate firmly. Make sure thatthe tailgate is securely latched.
TAILGATE
WARNING
The tailgate swings upward. Make sure no objects or people are near
the rear of the vehicle when open-
ing the tailgate.
CAUTION
Make certain that you close the tail- gate before driving your vehicle. Possible damage may occur to thetailgate lift cylinders and attached
hardware if the tailgate is not closed prior to driving.
WARNING - Exhaust fumes
If you drive with the tailgate open,
you will draw dangerous exhaust
fumes into your vehicle which can
cause serious injury or death to
vehicle occupants.
If you must drive with the tailgate
open, keep the air vents and all
windows open so that additional
outside air comes into the vehicle.
WARNING - Rear cargo area
Occupants should never ride in the
rear cargo area where no restraints
are available. To avoid injury in the
event of an accident or sudden
stops, occupants should always be
properly restrained.
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Power windows (if equipped)
The ignition switch must be in the ON
position for power windows to operate.
Each door has a power window switch
that controls the door's window. The driv-
er has a power window lock switch which
can block the operation of passenger
windows.
The power windows can be operated for
approximately 30 seconds after the igni-
tion key is removed or turned to the ACC
or LOCK position. However, if the front
doors are opened, the power windows
cannot be operated within the 30 second
period after the ignition key is removed (ifequipped).
✽✽NOTICE
While driving, if you notice buffeting and pulsation (wind shock) with eitherside window open, you should open the
opposite window slightly to reduce thecondition.
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Window opening and closing
The driver’s door has a master power
window switch that controls all the win-
dows in the vehicle.
To open or close a window, press down
or pull up the front portion of the corre-
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Auto down window (Driver's window)
(if equipped)
Depressing the power window switch
momentarily to the second detent posi-
tion (6) completely lowers the window
even when the switch is released. To stop
the window at the desired position while
the window is in operation, pull up the
switch to the opposite direction of the
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Power window lock button
(if equipped)
The driver can disable the power win- dow switches on the passenger doors
by depressing the power window lock
button located on the driver’s door toLOCK (pressed).
When the power window lock button is ON, the driver’s master control
cannot operate the passenger door
power windows.
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CAUTION
To prevent possible damage to
the power window system, do notopen or close two windows ormore at the same time. This will
also ensure the longevity of the fuse.
Never try to operate the main switch on the driver's door andthe individual door window
switch in opposing directions at the same time. If this is done, the window will stop and cannot be
opened or closed.WARNING - Windows
NEVER leave the ignition key in the vehicle.
NEVER leave any child unattend- ed in the vehicle. Even very
young children may inadvertently
cause the vehicle to move, entan-
gle themselves in the windows,or otherwise injure themselves or
others.
Always double check to make sure all arms, hands, head and
other obstructions are safely out
of the way before closing a win-
dow.
Do not allow children play with the power windows. Keep the dri-
ver’s door power window lock
switch in the LOCK position
(depressed). Serious injury can
result from unintentional window
operation by the child.
Do not extend face or arms out- side through the window openingwhile driving.

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Charging system warning
light
This warning light indicates a malfunction
of either the generator or electricalcharging system.
If the warning light comes on while the
vehicle is in motion:
1. Drive to the nearest safe location.
2. With the engine off, check the genera- tor drive belt for looseness or break-
age.
3. If the belt is adjusted properly, a prob- lem exists somewhere in the electrical
charging system. Have an authorized
KIA dealer correct the problem as
soon as possible.
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O/D OFF Indicator (if equipped)
This indicator comes on when the O/D
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Tailgate open warning light
This warning light illuminates when the tailgate is not closed securely with the
ignition switch in any position.
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Door ajar warning light
This warning light illuminates when a door is not closed securely with the igni-
tion switch in any position.
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Immobilizer indicator
(if equipped)
This light illuminates when the immobiliz-
er key is inserted and turned to the ON
position to start the engine.
At this time, you can start the engine. The
light will go out after the engine starts
running.
If this light blinks when the ignition switch
is in the ON position before starting the
engine, have the system checked by an
authorized KIA dealer.
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Low fuel level warning light
This warning light indicates the fuel tank
is nearly empty. When it comes on, you
should add fuel as soon as possible.
Driving with the fuel level warning light on
or with the fuel level below “E” can causethe engine to misfire and damage the
catalytic converter.O/D
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