2018 KIA STONIC service

Keys............................................................................................. 4-04Record your key number..................................................... 4-04
Key operations...................................................................... 4-04
Immobilizer system.............................................................. 4-05
Remote keyless entry ............................................................. 4-07 Remote keyless entry system operations....................... 4-07
Transmitter precautions...................................................... 4-07
Battery replacement............................................................ 4-09
Smart key .................................................................................. 4-10 Smart key functions............................................................. 4-10
Smart key precautions......................................................... 4-11
Theft-alarm system ............................................................... 4-13 Armed stage.......................................................................... 4-13
Theft-alarm stage................................................................ 4-14
Disarmed stage..................................................................... 4-14
Door locks................................................................................... 4-16 Operating door locks from outside the vehicle................ 4-16
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle................... 4-17
Impact sensing door unlock system ................................. 4-19
Speed sensing door lock system ....................................... 4-19
Child-protector rear door lock............................................ 4-19
Tailgate....................................................................................... 4-21 Opening the tailgate............................................................. 4-21
Closing the tailgate............................................................... 4-21
Emergency tailgate safety release....................................4-22
Windows..................................................................................... 4-23 Power windows .................................................................... 4-23
Manual windows (if equipped)............................................ 4-27
Hood............................................................................................ 4-28 Opening the hood.................................................................. 4-28 Hood open warning .............................................................. 4-28
Closing the hood.................................................................... 4-29
Fuel filler lid................................................................................ 4-30 Opening the fuel filler lid......................................................4-30
Closing the fuel filler lid........................................................4-30
Sunroof ...................................................................................... 4-33 Sliding the sunroof................................................................ 4-34
Tilting the sunroof................................................................ 4-35
Sunshade................................................................................ 4-36
Resetting the sunroof.......................................................... 4-36
Steering wheel........................................................................... 4-37 Electric power steering........................................................ 4-37
Tilt & telescopic steering .................................................... 4-38
Heated steering wheel ........................................................ 4-39
Horn......................................................................................... 4-39
Mirrors........................................................................................ 4-41 Inside rearview mirror.......................................................... 4-41
Outside rearview mirror.......................................................4-42
Instrument cluster.................................................................... 4-45 Instrument Cluster Control..................................................4-46
LCD Window Control............................................................. 4-47
Gauges.................................................................................... 4-48
Transaxle Shift Indicator......................................................4-51
LCD windows ............................................................................. 4-53 Overview................................................................................. 4-53
Trip information (Trip computer)....................................... 4-53
Digital speedometer............................................................. 4-57
LCD Modes (for type C,D cluster)....................................... 4-58
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System mode ...............4-58
Service Mode.......................................................................... 4-58
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KEYS
Record your key number
The key code number is stamped on the
key code tag attach‐ed to the key set.
Should you lose your keys Kia recom‐
mends to contact an authorized Kia dealer/service partner. Remove the key
code tag and store it in a safe place. Al‐
so, record the key code number and keep it in a safe and handy place, but
not in the vehicle.
Key operations
Folding key
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To unfold the key, press the release
button then the key will unfold auto‐ matically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually
while pressing the release button.
CAUTION
Do not fold the key without pressingthe release button. This may dam‐age the key.
Smart key
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To remove the mechanical key, press
and hold the release button and re‐ move the mechanical key.
To reinstall the mechanical key, put the
key into the hole and push it until a
click sound is heard.
WARNING
nIgnition key (Smart key)
Leaving children unattended in a ve‐hicle with the ignition key (smart
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key) is dangerous even if the key isnot in the ignition switch or startbutton is ACC or ON position.Children copy adults and they couldplace the key in the ignition switchor press the start button. The igni‐tion key (smart key) would enablechildren to operate power windowsor other controls, or even make thevehicle move, which could result inserious bodily injury or even death.Never leave the keys in your vehiclewith unsupervised children, whenthe engine is running.
WARNING
Kia recommends to use parts for re‐placement from an authorized Kiadealer/service partner. If an after‐market key is used, the ignitionswitch may not return to ON afterSTART. If this happens, the starterwill continue to operate causingdamage to the starter motor andpossible fire due to excessive currentin the wiring.
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 ignition
key and electronic devices inside the
vehicle.
Vehicles without smart key system
With the immobilizer system, whenever
you insert your ignition key into the ig‐ nition switch and turn it to ON, it checks
and determines and verifies if the igni‐
tion 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 cyl‐ inder and turn it to the ON position.
To activate the immobilizer system:
Turn the ignition key to the OFF posi‐
tion. The immobilizer system activates
automatically. Without a valid ignition key for your vehicle, the engine will not
start.
Vehicles with smart key system
Whenever the engine start/stop button
is changed to the ON position, the im‐
mobilizer 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.
WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your ve‐hicle, do not leave spare keys any‐where in your vehicle. Your immobil‐izer password is a customer uniquepassword and should be kept confi‐dential. Do not leave this numberanywhere in your vehicle.

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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 af‐
ter it starts. Keep each key separate
in order to avoid a starting malfunc‐
tion.
CAUTION
Do not put metal accessories nearthe ignition switch. Metal accesso‐ries may interrupt the transpondersignal and may prevent the enginefrom being started.
NOTICE
If you need additional keys or lose
your keys, Kia recommends to visit
an authorized Kia dealer/service
partner.
CAUTION
The transponder in your ignition keyis an important part of the immobil‐izer system. It is designed to giveyears of trouble-free service, how‐ever you should avoid exposure tomoisture, static electricity and roughhandling. Immobilizer system mal‐function could occur.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust theimmobilizer system because it couldcause the immobilizer system tomalfunction. In this case, have thesystem serviced by a professionalworkshop. Kia recommends to visitan authorized Kia dealer/servicepartner.Malfunctions caused by improper al‐terations, adjustments or modifica‐tions to the immobilizer system arenot covered by your vehicle manu‐facturer warranty.
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•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, Kia
recommends to contact an author‐
ized Kia dealer/service partner.
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•If the transmitter is in close prox‐
imity to your cell phone or smart
phone, the signal from the trans‐
mitter could be blocked by normal
operation of your cell phone or
smart phone. This is especially im‐
portant 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
•Keep the transmitter away fromwater or any liquid. If the keylessentry system is inoperative due toexposure to water or liquids, it willnot be covered by your manufac‐turer vehicle warranty.
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•Keep the transmitter away fromelectromagnetic materials thatblocks electromagnetic waves tothe key surface.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not ex‐pressly approved by the party re‐sponsible for compliance could voidthe user’s authority to operate theequipment. If the keyless entry sys‐tem is inoperative due to changes ormodifications not expressly ap‐proved by the party responsible forcompliance, it will not be covered byyour manufacturer’s vehicle warran‐ty.
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Battery replacement
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The transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium
battery which will normally last for several years. When replacement is
necessary, use the following procedure. 1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gently pry open the transmitter
center cover.
2. Replace the battery with a new battery (CR2032). When replacing
the battery, make sure the battery
position.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
For transmitter replacement, Kia rec‐
ommends to visit an authorized Kia
dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
•The keyless entry system trans‐mitter is designed to give youyears of trouble-free use, howev‐er it can malfunction if exposed tomoisture or static electricity. Ifyou are unsure how to use or re‐place the battery, Kia recommendsto contact an authorized Kia deal‐er/ service partner.
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•Using the wrong battery can causethe transmitter or smart key tomalfunction. Be sure to use thecorrect battery.
•To avoid damaging the transmitteror smart key, don't drop it, get itwet, or expose it to heat or sun‐light.
CAUTION
An inappropriately disposed batterycan be harmful to the environmentand human health.Dispose the battery according toyour local law(s) or regulation.

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After pressing the unlock button, if any
door (or tailgate) is not opened within 30 seconds, the system will be re‐
armed.
NOTICE
nNon-immobilizer system
•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 in‐
to the ignition switch, turn the ig‐
nition switch to the ON position
and wait for 30 seconds. Then the
system will be disarmed.
•If you lose your keys, Kia recom‐
mends to visit an authorized Kia
dealer/service partner.
NOTICE
nImmobilizer system
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•If the system is not disarmed with
the transmitter, insert the key in‐
to the ignition switch and start the
engine. Then the system will be
disarmed.
•If you lose your keys, Kia recom‐
mends to visit an authorized Kia
dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust thetheft-alarm system because it couldcause the theft-alarm system tomalfunction. Have the system serv‐iced by a professional workshop. Kiarecommends to visit an authorizedKia dealer/service partner.Malfunctions caused by improper al‐terations, adjustments or modifica‐tions to the theft-alarm system arenot covered by your vehicle manu‐facturer warranty.

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Sunshade
The sunshade will be opened with the
glass panel automatically when the glass panel is slid. You will have to close
it manually if you want it closed.
Resetting the sunroof
Sunroof needs to be reset if (in the fol‐
lowings)
- Battery is discharged or disconnected
or the related fuse has been replaced
or disconnected.
- The one-touch sliding function of the
sunroof does not normally operate.
1. The ignition switch must be in the ON position. 2. Close the sunroof completely.
3. Release the control lever.
4. Push the control lever forward until
the sunroof tilts and slightly moves
up and down. Then, release lever.
5. Push the control lever forward until the sunroof is operated as follows:
TILT OPEN
SLIDE OPEN SLIDE
CLOSE
Then, release the control lever.
If the sunroof does not operate proper‐
ly after resetting, have the system checked by a professional workshop.
Kia recommends to visit an authorized
Kia dealer/service partner.
CAUTION
If the sunroof is not reset when thevehicle battery is disconnected ordischarged, or related fuse is blown,the sunroof may operate improper‐ly.
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