2022 KIA RIO ESP

Safety features of your vehicle
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Curtain air bag
❈ The actual air bags in the vehicle may differ
from the illustration.
Curtain air bags are located along
both sides of the roof rails above the
front and rear doors.
They are designed to help protect
occupants in certain side impacts
and to help prevent them from eject-
ing out of the vehicle as a result of a
rollover, especially when the seat-
belts are also in use.
 The curtain air bags are designed to deploy during certain side impact
collisions, depending on the crash
severity, angle, speed and point of
impact. However, when side deploy-
ment threshold is satisfied in a front-
impact crash, the curtain air bags
may deploy.
 The curtain air bags may deploy on the side of the impact or on both
sides.
 Also, the curtain air bags on both sides of the vehicle will deploy in
certain rollover situations.
 The curtain air bags are not designed to deploy in all side
impact or rollover situations.
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 Never place or insert anyobject into any small opening
near side airbag labels
attached to the vehicle seats.
When the air bag deploys, the
object may affect the deploy-
ment and result in an unex-
pected accident or bodily
harm.
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Safety features of your vehicle
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❈ The actual air bags in the vehicle may differ
from the illustration.
Side air bags
Side air bags (side and/or curtain air
bags) are designed to inflate when an
impact is detected by side collision
sensors depending on the severity of
impact resulting from a side impact
collision. Also, the side and/or curtain air bags
are designed to inflate when a rollover
is detected by a rollover sensor.
Although the front air bags (driver’s
and front passenger’s air bags) are
designed to inflate in frontal colli-
sions, they also may inflate in other
types of collisions if the front impact
sensors detect a sufficient frontal
force in another type of impact. Side
and curtain air bags are designed to
inflate in certain side impact colli-
sions. They may inflate in other types
of collisions where a side force is
detected by the sensors. Side air bag
and/or curtain air bags may also
inflate where rollover sensors indi-
cate the possibility of a rollover
occurring (even if none actually
occurs) or in other situations, includ-
ing when the vehicle is tilted while
being towed.
Even where side and/or curtain air
bags would not provide impact pro-
tection in a rollover, however, they
will deploy to prevent ejection of
occupants, especially those who are
restrained with seat belts.
If the vehicle chassis is impacted by
bumps or objects on unimproved
roads or sidewalks, air bags may
deploy. Drive carefully on unim-
proved roads or on surfaces not
designed for vehicle traffic to prevent
unintended air bag deployment.
OSC031032N
OSC030033N
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Features of your vehicle
Trunk open (3)
The trunk is opened if the button is
pressed for more than 1 second.
Liftgate unlock (3)
The liftgate is unlocked if the button
is pressed for more than 1 second.
However, after pressing this button,
the liftgate will lock automatically
unless you open the liftgate within 30
seconds.
Also, once the liftgate is opened and
then closed, the liftgate will lock
automatically.
Alarm (4)
The horn sounds and the hazard
warning lights blink for about 30 sec-
onds if this button is pressed for
more than 0.5 seconds. To stop the
horn and lights, press any button on
the transmitter.
Transmitter precautions
The transmitter (or smart key) will not
work if any of following occurs:
 The ignition key is in the ignitionswitch.
 You exceed the operating distance limit (about 90 feet [30 m]).
 The battery in the transmitter (or smart key) is weak.
 Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
 The weather is extremely cold.
 The transmitter (or smart key) 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 (or smart key)
does not work properly, open and
close the door with the ignition key. If
you have a problem with the trans-
mitter (or smart key), contact an
authorized Kia dealer.  If the transmitter (or smart key) is
in close proximity to your cell
phone or smart phone, the signal
from the transmitter (or smart key)
could be blocked by normal opera-
tion of your cell phone or smart
phone. This is especially important
when the phone is active such as
making calls, receiving calls, text
messaging, and/or sending/receiv-
ing emails.
Avoid placing the transmitter (or
smart key) and your cell phone or
smart phone in the same pants or
jacket pocket and maintain ade-
quate distance between the two
devices.
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Features of your vehicle
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This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harm-ful interference, and
2. This device must accept any inter- ference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired
operation.
✽ ✽NOTICE
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void
the user’s authority to operate the
equipment. If the keyless entry sys-
tem is inoperative due to changes or
modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compli-
ance, it will not be covered by your
manufacturer’s vehicle warranty.
Battery replacementA battery should last for several years,
but if the transmitter is not working
properly, try replacing the battery with
a new one. If you are unsure how to
use or replace the battery, contact an
authorized Kia dealer.
Folding key
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and
gently pry open the transmitter
cover.
2. Using a slim tool, gently pry open the battery cover (Type B).
3. Replace the battery with a new battery (CR2032). When replacing
the battery, make sure the battery
position is correct.
4. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
■Folding key - Type B
■
Folding key - Type AOSC041043N
OSC041044N■Smart key
OJF045400L
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Features of your vehicle
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To deactivate the immobilizer
system:
Insert the ignition key into the key
cylinder and turn it to the ON position.
To activate the immobilizer sys-tem:
Turn the ignition key to the OFF posi-
tion. The immobilizer system acti-
vates automatically. Without a valid
ignition key for your vehicle, the
engine will not start.
Your Immobilizer password is a cus-
tomer unique password and should
be kept confidential. Do not leave this
number anywhere in your vehicle.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
Keep each key separately in order to
avoid a starting malfunction.
Do not put metal accessories near
the ignition switch.
Metal accessories may interrupt the
transponder signal and may prevent
the engine from being started.
If you need additional keys or lose
your keys, consult an authorized Kia
dealer. This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and
2. This device must accept any inter- ference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired
operation.
✽ ✽NOTICE
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate
the equipment.
CAUTION - Immobilizer
alterations
Do not change, alter or adjustthe immobilizer system becauseit could cause the immobilizersystem to malfunction.
CAUTION - Immobilizer
damage
Do not expose your immobilizersystem to moisture, static elec-tricity or rough handling. Thismay damage your immobilizer.
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Features of your vehicle
Smart key precautions
 If you lose your smart key, you willnot be able to start the engine. Tow
the vehicle, if necessary, and con-
tact an authorized Kia dealer.
 A maximum of 2 smart keys can be registered to a single vehicle. If
you lose a smart key, you should
immediately take the vehicle and
key to your authorized Kia dealer
to protect it from potential theft.
 The smart key will not work if any of following occurs:
- The smart key is close to a radiotransmitter such as a radio sta-
tion or an airport which can inter-
fere with normal operation of the
smart key.
- The smart key is near a mobile two-way radio system or a cellu-
lar phone.
- Another vehicle’s smart key is being operated close to your
vehicle.
When the smart key does not work
correctly, open and close the door
with the mechanical key. If you
have a problem with the smart key,
contact an authorized Kia dealer.  If the smart key is in close proximi-
ty to your cell phone or smart
phone, the signal from the smart
key 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 calls, receiving
calls, text messaging, and/or send-
ing/receiving emails. Avoid placing
the smart key and your cell phone
or smart phone in the same pants
or jacket pocket and maintain ade-
quate distance between the two
devices.
 Do not leave the smart key near metallic objects such as golf bags,
metal cases and so on.
 Door Lock/Unlock failure or poor starting can occur when the smart
key is placed near metallic objects.
 Always carry your smart key when you leave the car. An unattended
smart key close to the vehicle can
cause the vehicle battery to be dis-
charged.  Internal circuit damage may occur
when the key comes into contact
with moisture (beverage, water
etc.) or heat. Damage to the smart
key due to exposure to liquids or
heat is not covered by the manu-
facturer's vehicle warranty.
CAUTION - Transmitter
Keep the smart key away fromwater or any liquid as it canbecome damaged and not func-tion properly.
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Features of your vehicle
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Smart key immobilizer system
Your vehicle is equipped with an
electronic engine immobilizer system
to reduce the risk of unauthorized
vehicle use.
Your immobilizer system is com-
prised of a small transponder in the
smart key and electronic devices
inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, when-
ever you turn the ENGINE
START/STOP button to the ON posi-
tion by pressing the button while car-
rying the smart key, it verifies if the
smart key is valid. If the key is deter-
mined to be valid, the engine will
start.
If the key is determined to be invalid,
the engine will not start.
To deactivate the immobilizer
system:
Turn the ENGINE START/STOP but-
ton to the ON position by pressing the
button while carrying the smart key.
In order to prevent theft of your vehi-
cle, do not leave spare keys any-
where in your vehicle.
To activate the immobilizer system:
Turn the ENGINE START/STOP but-
ton to the OFF position. The immobi-
lizer system 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 malfunction.
✽ ✽NOTICE
If you need additional keys or lose
your keys, contact an authorized
Kia dealer.
This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harm-
ful interference, and
2. This device must accept any inter- ference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired
operation.
✽ ✽NOTICE
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate
the equipment. If the keyless entry
system is inoperative due to changes
or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance, it will not be cov-
ered by your manufacturer’s vehicle
warranty.
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Features of your vehicle
Emergency trunk safety release
Your vehicle is equipped with an
emergency trunk release lever locat-
ed inside the trunk. If someone is
inadvertently locked in the trunk,
moving the handle in the direction of
the arrow will release the trunk latch
mechanism and open the trunk.No one should be allowed to occupy
the trunk at any time. The trunk is a
very dangerous location in the event
of a crash.
Use the release lever for emergen-
cies only. Use extreme caution,
especially while the vehicle is in
motion.
OSC048140N
■Type B
■Type A
OSC047022N
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