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Record your key number
The key code number is
stamped on the keycode tag attached to the
key set. Should you lose
your keys, we recom-
mend that you contact an authorized Kia
dealer. Remove the key code tag and
store it in a safe place. Also, record the
code number and keep it in a safe and
handy place, but not in the vehicle.
Key operations
• Used to start the engine.
Used to lock and unlock the doors. Immobilizer system
Your vehicle may be equipped with an
electronic engine immobilizer system to
reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle
use.
Your immobilizer system is comprised of
a small transponder in the key and elec-
tronic devices inside the vehicle.
Vehicles without smart key system
With the immobilizer 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 valid, the engine will start.
If the key is invalid, the engine will not
start.
To deactivate the immobilizer system:
Insert the ignition key into the key cylin-
der and turn it to the ON position.
To activate the immobilizer system:
Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
The immobilizer system activates auto-
matically. Without a valid ignition key for
your vehicle, the engine will not start.
KEYS
WARNING
- Ignition key
(Smart key)
Leaving children unattended in a
vehicle with the ignition key (Smart
key) is dangerous even if the key is
not in the ignition or start button is
ACC or ON position. Children copy
adults and they could place the key
in the ignition or press the start but-
ton. The ignition key (Smart key)
would enable children 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, when the engine is running.
WARNING
We recommend that you use parts
for replacement from an authorized
Kia dealer. 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.
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Vehicles with smart key system
Whenever the engine start/stop button is changed to the ON position, the immobi-
lizer system checks and verifies if the key
is valid or not.
If the key is valid, the engine will start.
If the key is invalid, the engine will not
start.
To deactivate the immobilizer system
Change the engine start/stop button to the ON position.
To activate the immobilizer system
Change the engine start/stop button to
the OFF position. The immobilizer sys-
tem activates automatically. Without a
valid smart key for your vehicle, the
engine will not start.
✽✽NOTICE
When starting the engine, do not use the
key with other immobilizer 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
malfuntioin. ✽
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NOTICE
If you need additional keys or lose your
keys, we recommend that you consult an
authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
The transponder in your ignition key is an important part of the
immobilizer system. It is designed to give years of trouble-free service,however you should avoid expo- sure to moisture, static electricity
and rough handling. Immobilizersystem malfunction could occur.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust the immobilizer system because itcould cause the immobilizer sys- tem to malfunction. We recommend
that the system be serviced by an authorized Kia dealer.
Malfunctions caused by improperalterations, adjustments or modifi- cations to the immobilizer system
are not covered by your vehiclemanufacturer warranty.
WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your vehi-
cle, do not leave spare keys any-
where in your vehicle. Your immobi-
lizer password is a customer unique
password and should be kept confi-
dential. Do not leave this number
anywhere in your vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not put metal accessories near the ignition switch.
The engine may not start becausethe metal accessories may interruptthe transponder signal from nor-mally transmitting.
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Remote keyless entry system operations Type A
To unfold the key, press the release
button then the key will unfold automat-
ically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually while pressing the release button.
Type B
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
click sound is heard.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
CAUTION
Do not fold the key without press-
ing the release button. This may damage the key.
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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 cor-
rectly, open and close the door with the
ignition key. If you have a problem with
the transmitter, we recommend that you
contact an authorized Kia dealer. (Continued)(Continued)
If the transmitter is in close proximity
to your cell phone or smart phone, the
signal from the transmitter could be
blocked by normal operation of your
cell phone or smart phone. This is
especially important when the phone
is active such as making call, receiving
calls, text messaging, and/or sending/
receiving emails. Avoid placing the
transmitter and your cell phone or
smart phone in the same pants or
jacket pocket and maintain adequate
distance between the two devices. CAUTION
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operatethe equipment. If the keyless entrysystem is inoperative due to
changes or modifications notexpressly approved by the party responsible for compliance, it will
not be covered by your manufactur- er’s vehicle warranty.
CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away from
water or any liquid. If the keylessentry system is inoperative due toexposure to water or liquids, itwill not be covered by your manu-
facturer vehicle warranty.
Keep the transmitter away from electromagnetic materials thatblocks electromagnetic waves tothe key surface.
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Battery replacement
A battery should last for several years,
but if the transmitter or smart key is not
working properly, try replacing the bat-
tery with a new one. If you are unsure
how to use or replace the battery, we rec-
ommend that you contact an authorized
Kia dealer.
Type A
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gen-tly pry open the cover.
2. Replace the battery with a new battery (CR2032). When replacing the battery,
make sure the battery position.
3. Install the rear cover.
Type B
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gen- tly pry open the cover.
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2. Pull the smart key module out.
3. Turn the smart key module over. 4. Push the battery out from the battery
holder.
5. Replace the battery with a new battery (CR2032). When replacing the battery,
make sure the battery position.
6. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
For transmitter or smart key replace-
ment, we recommend that you contact
an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
The transmitter or smart key is designed to give you years of
trouble-free use, however it can malfunction if exposed to mois-ture or static electricity. If you areunsure how to use or replace the
battery, we recommend that youcontact an authorized Kia dealer.
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.
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SMART KEY (IF EQUIPPED)
Smart key function
1. Door lock
2. Door unlock
3. Tailgate unlock
With a smart key, you can lock or unlock
a door and tailgate and even start the
engine without inserting the key.
The functions of the buttons on a smart
key are similar to the remote keyless
entry. Refer to the “Remote keyless
entry” in this chapter. Carrying the smart key, you may lock and
unlock the vehicle doors and tailgate.
Also, you may start the engine. Refer to
the following, for more details.
Locking
1. Carry the smart key.
2. Close all doors.
3. Press the button of the outside door
handle.
4. The hazard warning lights will blink once (the engine hood and tailgate
must be closed). Also, the outside
rearview mirror will automatically fold
if the outside rearview mirror folding
switch is in the AUTO position (ifequipped).
5. Make sure that doors are locked by pulling the outside door handle.
✽✽ NOTICE
The button will only operate when the smart key is within 0.7 m (28 in.) from
the outside door handle.
Even though you press the outside
door handle button, the doors will not
lock and the chime will sound for 3
seconds if any of following occur:- The smart key is in the vehicle.
- The engine start/stop button is in ACC or ON position.
- Any door except the tailgate is opened.
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Unlocking
1. Carry the smart key.
2. Press the button of the front outside
door handle.
3. All doors will unlock and the hazard warning lights will blink twice. Also, the
outside rearview mirror will automati-
cally unfold if the outside rearview mir-
ror folding switch is in the AUTO posi-tion (if equipped).
✽✽ NOTICE
The button will only operate when the smart key is within 0.7 m (28 in.) from
the outside door handle.
When the smart key is recognized in
the area of 0.7 m (28 in.) from the
front outside door handle, other peo-
ple can also open the doors.
After unlocking all doors, the doors will lock and the outside rearview mir-
ror will unfold if the outside rearview
mirror folding switch (Type A) is in the
AUTO position (if equipped) unless a
door is opened within 30 seconds.
Tailgate unlocking
1. Carry the smart key.
2. Press the tailgate handle switch.
3. The tailgate will unlock.
✽✽ NOTICE
Once the tailgate is opened and then closed, the tailgate will lock automati-
cally.
The button will only operate when the
smart key is within 0.7 m (28 in.) from
the tailgate handle.
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