2011 KIA PICANTO light

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Keys / 4-2
Remote keyless entry / 4-4
Theft-alarm system / 4-6
Door locks / 4-8
Tailgate / 4-11
Windows / 4-12
Hood / 4-15
Fuel filler lid / 4-17
Steering wheel / 4-19
Mirrors / 4-22
Instrument cluster / 4-25
Rear parking assist system / 4-38
Hazard warning flasher / 4-41
Lighting / 4-41
Wipers and washers / 4-46
Interior light / 4-50
Defroster / 4-51
Manual climate control system / 4-52
Automatic climate control system / 4-60
Windshield defrosting and defogging / 4-67
Storage compartment / 4-70
Interior features / 4-71
Audio system / 4-77
Features of your vehicle

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Remote keyless entry system operations
Lock (1)
All doors (and tailgate) are locked if the
lock button is pressed when a front door
is unlocked. If all doors (and tailgate) are closed, the
hazard warning lights blink once to indi-cate that all doors (and tailgate) are
locked.
However, if any door (or tailgate) remains
open, the hazard warning lights will not
operate. If all doors (and tailgate) are
closed after the lock button is pressed,
the hazard warning lights blink.
Unlock (2)
All doors (and tailgate) are unlocked if
the unlock button is pressed when both
front doors are locked.
The hazard warning lights will blink twice again to indicate that all doors (and tail-
gate) are unlocked.
After pressing this button, the doors (and
tailgate) will be locked automatically
unless you open any door within 30 sec-
onds. D020200ASA
Transmitter precautions
✽✽
NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any of
following occur:
 The ignition key is in the ignition switch.
 You exceed the operating distance
limit (about 5 m [16 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, contact an author-
ized KIA dealer.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away from water or any liquid. If the keyless entry system is inoperative due to
exposure to water or liquids, it will not be covered by your manufactur-er vehicle warranty.
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Battery replacement
The transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium bat-
tery which will normally last for several
years. When replacement is necessary,
use the following procedure.
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gen-tly pry open the transmitter center
cover.
2. Replace the battery with new one. When replacing the battery, make sure
the battery positive “+” symbol faces
up as indicated in the illustration.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
For transmitter replacement, see an
authorized KIA dealer to reprogram the
transmitter.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance couldvoid the user’s authority to operatethe equipment. If the keyless entry system is inoperative due to
changes or modifications notexpressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance, it will
not be covered by your manufactur-er’s vehicle warranty.
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CAUTION
The keyless entry system trans- mitter is designed to give you
years of trouble-free use, howev- er it can malfunction if exposed tomoisture or static electricity. Ifyou are unsure how to use your
transmitter 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 correct battery.
To avoid damaging the transmit- ter, don't drop it, get it wet, orexpose it to heat or sunlight.
CAUTION
An inappropriately disposed bat-
tery can be harmful to the environ-ment and human health. Dispose the battery according toyour local law(s) or regulation.

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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.
✽✽ 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-
senger(s) leave the vehicle.
THEFT-ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Armed
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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 withoutusing 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.
✽✽
NOTICE
 Avoid trying to start the engine while the alarm is activated. The vehicle
starting motor is disabled during the
theft-alarm stage.
If the system is not disarmed with the
transmitter, insert the key into the
ignition switch, turn the ignition
switch to the ON position and wait for
30 seconds. Then the system will be
disarmed. (Except China)
 If you lose your keys, consult your
authorized KIA dealer.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust the
theft-alarm system because it could
cause the theft-alarm system to malfunction and should only beserviced by an authorized KIA deal-er.
Malfunctions caused by improperalterations, adjustments or modifi-cations to the theft-alarm system are not covered by your vehicle
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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 with the rear windows
down or with the sunroof (if equipped) in
an open(or partially open position), your
vehicle may demonstrate a wind buffet-
ing or pulsation noise. This noise is a
normal occurrence and can be reduced
or eliminated by taking the following
actions. If the noise occurs with one or
both of the rear windows down, partial-
ly lower both front windows approxi-
mately one inch. If you experience the
noise with the snroof open, slightly
reduce the size of the sunroof opening.
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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-
sponding switch to the first detent posi-tion (5). D080102AUN
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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Manual windows (if equipped)
To raise or lower the window, turn the
window regulator handle clockwise or
counterclockwise.D090100ASA Opening the hood
1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the
hood. The hood should pop open
slightly. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle, raise the
hood slightly, pull the secondary latch(1) inside of the hood center and liftthe hood (2).
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WARNING
When opening or closing the win-
dows, make sure your passenger's
arms, hands and body are safely
out of the way.
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D100100ASA Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel filler lid must be opened from
inside the vehicle by pulling up the fuelfiller lid opener located on the front floor
area under the driver’s seat.
✽✽NOTICE
If the fuel filler lid does not open
because ice has formed around it, tap
lightly or push on the lid to break the ice
and release the lid. Do not pry on the lid.
If necessary, spray around the lid with
an approved de-icer fluid (do not use
radiator anti-freeze) or move the vehicle
to a warm place and allow the ice to
melt.
1. Stop the engine.
2. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the fuel filler lid opener up.
3. Pull open the fuel filler lid (1).
4. To remove the cap, turn the fuel tank cap (2) counterclockwise.
5. Refuel as needed. D100200ASA Closing the fuel filler lid
1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise until
the cap is securely tightened.
2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it light- ly and make sure that it is securely closed.
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FUEL FILLER LID
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WARNING
- Refueling
If pressurized fuel sprays out, it can cover your clothes or skin
and thus subject you to the risk
of fire and burns. Always remove
the fuel cap carefully and slowly.
If the cap is venting fuel or if you
hear a hissing sound, wait until
the condition stops before com-
pletely removing the cap.
Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off whenrefueling.
Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel
spillage in the event of an acci-dent.