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*IF EQUIPPED Blind Spot Detection / Lane Change Assist
1st-stage alert: When another vehicle is detected within the
BSD System boundary, a yellow light will illuminate on the
outside rearview mirrors.
2nd-stage alert: When 1st stage alert is on and a turn signal is
turned on, an alarm will sound.
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
When the vehicle is in Reverse and moves backwards from a
parking position, the sensor detects approaching vehicles on
the left or right side.Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System* The BSD system uses radar sensors to help alert the
driver while changing lanes or while in Reverse moving
backwards.
When the BSD button is pressed ON, the BSD indicator
on the button
A
will illuminate. The outside rearview
mirror warning lights will also illuminate for 3 seconds.
The system will become active when the vehicle is
traveling more than 18 mph and will alert the driver if
another vehicle is detected by the radar sensor.
A
Blind Spot Detection
System Video
To view a video on your
mobile device, snap this
QR code or visit the listed
website.
Refer to page 2 for more
information.www.KuTechVideos.com/vg13/2014
REMINDER:
• The BSD system will not show a warning if the vehicle speed is only 6mph above the surrounding vehicles
• When the BSD is ON and the ignition is cycled to OFF then ON again, the BSD system returns to ON
• The RCTA feature can be turned OFF/ON in User Settings
For more information on the Blind Spot Detection System, please refer to the Owner’s Manual.
QUICK TIPS
DRIVER’S PANEL
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FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
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*IF EQUIPPED
Smart Key Fob:A Press to lock All DoorsB Press to unlock Driver’s Door. Press twice
in 4 seconds to unlock All DoorsC Press and hold to unlock Trunk and manually
open
REMINDER: The Trunk unlocks when the Smart Key fob is
within close proximity of the vehicle.D Press and hold more than 1 second for Panic
Alarm. To turn off Alarm, press any buttonE Press to release Mechanical Key
Smart Key*
HOLD
D
A
B
E
CF
G
Driver’s Door Lock/Unlock button
G:
• Press button once to unlock driver’s door
• Press again within 4 seconds to unlock all doors
• Press again to lock all doors
Kia Engine Start/Stop
Button & Smart Key Video
To view a video on your
mobile device, SNAP this
QR code or visit the listed
website.
Refer to page 2 for more
information.
QR CODE
www.KuTechVideos.com/qf13/2014The Smart Key’s signal
can be blocked by the
normal operation of a cell
or smart phone. To help
prevent this, store each
device separately.
REMINDER: Remote button
configuration may vary
depending on vehicle options.
Mechanical Key
F:
• Use to unlock driver’s door
• Use to turn Child Safety Locks (page 39)
• Use to lock glove box
QUICK TIPS
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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*IF EQUIPPED
HOLD
DABC
A Press to Lock All DoorsB Press to unlock Driver’s
Door: Press twice in 4
seconds to unlock All
Doors and Rear HatchC Press and hold to unlock
rear hatchD Press and hold more than
1 second for Panic Alarm.
To turn OFF Alarm, press
any button
REMINDER: Remote button
configuration may vary
depending on vehicle options.
REMINDER: The Fuel Filler Door Release button is located on the lower
part of the driver’s door panel.Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)*
CLICK!
Fuel Cap / Malfunction
Indicator (Check
Engine Light)Tighten for ONE CLICK to
prevent Malfunction Indicator
from illuminating.
Kia One Click
Fuel Cap Video
To view a video on your
mobile device, SNAP this
QR code or visit the listed
website.
Refer to page 2 for more
information.
QR CODE
LockUnlock
Double-Turn Lock / Unlock All*• Turn clockwise once to unlock Driver’s Door
• Turn clockwise again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
• Turn counterclockwise once to Lock All Doors
www.KuTechVideos.com/qf13/2014
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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*IF EQUIPPED Map / Room LampsAutomatic turn off function*
The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 30 seconds after
the Engine System Start/Stop button is OFF.
Map / Personal Lamp
Push the lens
A to turn the Map Lamp ON/OFF. This light produces a spot
beam for convenient use as a Map Lamp or Personal Lamp for the driver or
front passenger.
Dome Lamp
B
OFF: In the OFF position, the lamp is OFF even if the door is opened.
DOOR: In the DOOR position, the lamp turns ON when any door is opened.
ON: In the ON position, the lamp stays on continuously.
SunvisorUse the Sunvisor to shield direct light
through the front or side windows. Slide
the Sunvisor out and adjust as needed.
•
• When doors are unlocked by the Smart Key*, the lamp turns ON for
approximately 30 seconds
• If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights
automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds after the system is in the
armed stage
• Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge
QUICK TIPS
B
A
B
A
A
REMINDER: Sunvisor may not shield all direct light.
REMINDER: The Sunvisor may impair visibility if not
adjusted properly.
(Type A) (Type B)
OTHER KEY FEATURES