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Safety features of your vehicle
Passenger’s front air bag ON/OFFswitch (if equipped)
The passenger’s front air bag can be
deactivated by the passenger’s front air
bag ON/OFF switch if a child restraint isinstalled on the front passenger's seat orif the front passenger's seat is unoccu-
pied by a person.
To ensure the safety of your child, the
passenger’s front air bag must be deacti-
vated when it should be necessary to
install a rearward facing child seat on the
front passenger seat in exceptional cir-
cumstances. To deactivate or reactivate the passen-
ger’s front air bag:
To deactivate the passenger’s front air
bag, insert the master key into the pas-
senger’s front air bag ON/OFF switch
and turn it to the OFF position. The pas-
senger’s front air bag OFF indicator ( )
will illuminate and stay on until the pas-
senger’s front air bag is reactivated.
To reactivate the passenger’s front air
bag, insert the master key into the pas-
senger’s front air bag ON/OFF switch
and turn it to the ON position. The pas-
senger’s front air bag OFF indicator will
go out and the passenger’s front air bag
ON indicator ( ) will illuminate for
approximately 60 seconds.
✽✽
NOTICE
 When the passenger’s front air bag
ON/OFF switch is set to the ON position,
the passenger’s front air bag is activated
and child or infant seat should not be
installed on the front passenger seat.
 When the passenger’s front air bag
ON/OFF switch is set to the OFF posi-
tion, the passenger’s front air bag is
deactivated.OTA030046ROTA030047R
WARNING
The front air bag ON/OFF switch
could turn by using a similar small
rigid device. Always check the sta-
tus of the front air bag ON/OFF
switch and passenger's front air
bag ON/OFF indicator.

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Keys / 4-3
Remote keyless entry / 4-6
Smart key / 4-9
Theft-alarm system / 4-11
Door locks / 4-14
Tailgate / 4-18
Windows / 4-20
Bonnet / 4-25
Fuel filler lid / 4-27
Sunroof / 4-30
Steering wheel / 4-34
Mirrors / 4-37
Instrument cluster / 4-41
Rear parking assist system / 4-63
Hazard warning flasher / 4-66
Lighting / 4-67
Wipers and washers / 4-74
Interior light / 4-78
Defroster / 4-80
Manual climate control system / 4-81
Automatic climate control system / 4-90
Windscreen defrosting and defogging / 4-97
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Features of your vehicle
Record your key numberThe key code number is
stamped on the key code
tag attached to the key
set. Should you lose your
keys, we recommend
that you contact an authorised Kia dealer.
Remove the key code tag and store it in
a safe place. Also, record the key code
number and keep it in a safe place (not in
the vehicle).
Key operations
Type A
Used to start the engine, lock and unlock
the doors.
Type B
To unfold the key, press the release but-
ton then the key will unfold automatically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually
whilst pressing the release button.
KEYS
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Type A
CAUTION
Do not fold the key without press-
ing the release button. This may
damage the key.
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Type C
To remove the mechanical key, press and
hold the release button and remove the
mechanical key.
To reinstall the mechanical key, put the
key into the hole and push it until a clicksound is heard. Immobiliser system (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an electronic engine immobiliser system to
reduce the risk of unauthorised vehicle
use.
Your immobiliser system is comprised of
a small transponder in the ignition key
and electronic devices inside the vehicle.
With the immobiliser system, whenever
you insert your ignition key into the igni-
tion switch and turn it to ON, it checks
and determines and verifies if the ignition
key is valid or not.
If the key is determined to be valid, the
engine will start.
If the key is determined to be invalid, the
engine will not start.
WARNING
- Ignition key
(Smart key)
Leaving children unattended in a
vehicle with the ignition key is dan-
gerous even if the key is not in the
ignition switch or start button is
ACC or ON. Children copy adults
and they could place the key in the
ignition switch or start button is
ACC or ON position. The ignition
key(Smart key) would enable chil-
dren to operate power windows or
other controls, or even make the
vehicle move, which could result in
serious bodily injury or even death.
Never leave the keys in your vehicle
with unsupervised children, whenthe Engine is running.
WARNING
Use only Kia original parts for the
ignition key in your vehicle. 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 cur-rent in the wiring.
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To activate the immobiliser system:
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
The immobiliser system activates auto-
matically. Without a valid ignition key for
your vehicle, the engine will not start.
To deactivate the immobiliser sys-tem:
Insert the ignition key into the key cylin-
der and turn it to the ON position.
✽✽ NOTICE
When starting the engine, do not use the
key with other immobiliser keys around.
Otherwise the engine may not start or
may stop soon after it starts. Keep each
key separate in order to avoid a starting
malfunction. ✽
✽
NOTICE
If you need additional keys or lose your
keys, consult an authorised Kia dealer.
WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your vehi-
cle, do not leave spare keys any-
where in your vehicle. Your immo-
biliser password is a customer
unique password and should be kept
confidential. Do not leave this num-
ber anywhere in your vehicle.
CAUTION
The transponder in your ignition key is an important part of theimmobiliser system. It is designedto give years of trouble-free service,
however you should avoid expo-sure to moisture, static electricity and rough handling. Immobilisersystem malfunction could occur.
CAUTION
Do not put metal accessories near the ignition switch. Metal acces-
sories may interrupt the transpon-der signal and may prevent theengine from being started.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust the immobiliser system because it
could cause the immobiliser sys- tem to malfunction and should onlybe serviced by an authorised Kiadealer.
Malfunctions caused by improperalterations, adjustments or modifi-cations to the immobiliser system are not covered by your vehicle
manufacturer warranty.

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Remote keyless entry system operations
Lock (1)
All doors (and tailgate) are locked if the
lock button is pressed whilst all doors areclosed.
The hazard warning lights will blink once
to indicate that all doors are locked.
However, if any door, engine bonnet or
tailgate remains open, the hazard warn-
ing lights will not operate. If all doors,engine bonnet and tailgate are closed
after the lock button is pressed, the haz-
ard warning lights will blink once.
Unlock (2)
All doors (and tailgate) are unlocked if
the unlock button is pressed.
The hazard warning lights will blink twice
to indicate that all doors are unlocked.
After pressing this button, the doors will
lock automatically unless you open any
door within 30 seconds.
Tailgate unlock (3) (if equipped)
The tailgate is unlocked if the button is
pressed for more than 1 second.
The hazard warning lights will blink twice
to indicate that the tailgate is unlocked.
However, after pressing this button, the
tailgate will lock automatically unless you
open the tailgate within 30 seconds.
Also, once the tailgate is opened and
then closed, the tailgate will lock auto-
matically. ❈ The word “HOLD” is written on the but-
ton to inform you that you must press
and hold the button for 1 second.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
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Type B
■Type A
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Transmitter precautions
✽✽NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any of
following occur:
 The ignition key is in ignition switch.
 You exceed the operating distance limit (about 10 m [30 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 autho-
rised Kia dealer.
Battery replacement
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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Type A
■ Type B
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Type C
CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away from
water or any liquid. If the keylessentry 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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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 centre
cover.
2. Replace the battery with new one. When replacing the battery, make sure
the battery position.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
For transmitter replacement, see an
authorised Kia dealer to reprogram the
transmitter.CAUTION
The transmitter or smart key is designed to give you years of
trouble-free use, however it canmalfunction if exposed to mois-ture or static electricity. If you are unsure how to use or replace the
battery, contact an authorised Kiadealer.
Using the wrong battery can cause the transmitter or smart
key to malfunction. Be sure to use the correct battery.
To avoid damaging the transmit- ter or smart key, don't drop it, getit wet, or expose it to heat or sun-
light.
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.
CAUTION
Replace the battery of accessory smart key with new one per oneyear. But replace the battery as
soon as possible in case KEY lowbattery indicator illuminates.