Smart key
Record your key number
The key code number is stamped on the bar code tag attached to the key set. Should you lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate the keys easily. Remove the bar 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.
Smart key function
To remove the mechanical key, press and hold the release button(1) and remove the mechanical key (2).
To reinstall the mechanical key, put the key into the hole and push it until a click sound is heard.
With a smart key, you can lock or unlock a door (and Tailgate) and start the engine.
Refer to the following for more details.
WARNING - Smart key
Leaving children unattended in a vehicle with the smart key is dangerous. Unattended children mimic adults and they could press the engine start/stop button which 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.
Door Lock
Using the door handle button
1. Carry the smart key.
2. Close all doors, engine hood and tailgate.
3. Press the button of the outside door handle.
4. The hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound once.
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 28~40in. (0.7~1m) 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 open.
Using the button on the smart key
1 Close all doors, engine hood and tailgate.
2. Press the lock button(1).
3. The hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound once.
4. Make sure that doors are locked by pulling the outside door handle.
Unlocking
Using the door handle button
1. Carry the smart key.
2. Press the button of the driver's outside door handle.
3. The driver’s door will unlock. The hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound two times.
4. Press the button twice within 4 seconds and all doors and the tailgate will unlock and the hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound two times.
❈ If you press the button of the front passenger’s outside door handle while carrying the smart key, all doors will unlock.
✽ NOTICE
- The button will only operate when the smart key is within 28~40in. (0.7~1m) from the outside door handle.
- When the smart key is recognized in the area of 28~40in. (0.7~1m) from the front outside door handle, other people can also open the doors.
- After unlocking the driver’s door or all doors, the door(s) will lock automatically unless the door is opened.
Using the button on the smart key
1. Press the unlock button(2) of the smart key.
2. The driver’s door will unlock. The hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound two times.
3. Press the unlock button(2) twice within 4 seconds and all doors and the tailgate will unlock. The hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound two times.
✽ NOTICE
After pressing the button, the doors will lock automatically unless any door is opened within 30 seconds.
✽ NOTICE
You can activate or deactivate the Two Turn Unlock function. Refer to "User settings" in this chapter.
Tailgate unlocking
Using the tailgate handle button
1. Carry the smart key.
2. Press the tailgate handle button.
3. When all doors are locked, the hazard warning lights will blink two times.
Once the tailgate is opened and then closed, the tailgate will lock automatically.
✽ NOTICE
The button will only operate when the smart key is within 28~40in. (0.7~1m) from the tailgate handle.
Using the button on the smart key
1. Press the tailgate unlock button(3) for more than 1 second.
2. When all doors are locked, the hazard warning lights will blink two times.
For Power Tailgate Only:
The Power Tailgate will open if the button is pressed for more than 1 second. Also, once the tailgate is opened and then closed, the tailgate will be locked again automatically.
If the power tailgate is switched ‘Off’ using the button in the overhead console, the tailgate unlock button will operate to unlock the tailgate as described above.
See section 4-25 for more information on the power tailgate option.
Panic
1. Press the panic button(4) for more than 1 second.
2. The horn sounds and hazard warning light flash for about 30 seconds.
✽ NOTICE
To stop the horn and lights, press any button on the smart key.
Start-up
You can start the engine without inserting the key.
Loss of the smart key
A maximum of 2 smart keys can be registered to a single vehicle. If you happen to lose your smart key, you will not be able to start the engine. You should immediately take the vehicle and remaining key to your authorized Kia dealer(tow the vehicle, if necessary) to protect it from potential theft.
Smart key precautions
- The smart key will not work if any of the following occur: The smart key is close to a radio transmitter such as a radio station or an airport which can interfere with normal operation of the smart key. The smart key is near a mobile two way radio system or a cellular 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 and contact an authorized Kia dealer.
- If the smart key is in close proximity 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 a call, receiving calls, text messaging, and/or sending/ receiving emails. Avoid placing the smart key 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 smart key away from water or any liquid. If the keyless entry system is inoperative due to exposure to water or other liquids, it will not be covered by your manufacturer’s vehicle warranty.
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 comprised of a small transponder in the smart key and electronic devices inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, whenever you turn the engine start/stop button to the ON position by pressing the button while carrying the smart key, it checks and determines and verifies if the smart 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.
To deactivate the immobilizer system:
Turn the engine start/stop button to the ON position by pressing the button while carrying the smart key.
To activate the immobilizer system:
Turn the engine start/stop button to the OFF position. The immobilizer system activates automatically.
Without a valid smart key for your vehicle, the engine will not start.
CAUTION
In order to prevent theft of your vehicle, do not leave spare keys anywhere in your vehicle. Your Immobilizer password is a customer unique password and should be kept confidential. Do not leave this number anywhere in your vehicle.
✽ 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.
CAUTION
Do not put metal accessories near the smart key. The engine may not start because the metal accessories may interrupt the transponder signal from transmitting normally.
✽ NOTICE
If you need additional keys or lose your keys, contact an authorized Kia dealer.
CAUTION
The transponder in your smart key is an important part of the immobilizer system. It is designed to give years of trouble- free service, however you should avoid exposure to moisture, static electricity and rough handling. Immobilizer system malfunction could occur.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjust the immobilizer system because it could cause the immobilizer system to malfunction and should only be serviced by an authorized Kia dealer. Malfunctions caused by improper alterations, adjustments or modifications to the immobilizer system are not covered by your vehicle manufacturer warranty.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
WARNING
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 covered by your manufacturer’s vehicle warranty.
Battery replacement
A smart key battery should last for several years, but if the smart key is not working properly, try replacing the battery with a new one. If you are unsure how to use your smart key or replace the battery, contact an authorized Kia dealer.
1. Remove the mechanical key.
2. Pry open the rear cover.
3. Replace the battery with a new battery (CR2032). When replacing the battery, make sure the battery position.
4. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
- The smart key is designed to give you years of trouble-free use, however it can malfunction if exposed to moisture or static electricity. If you are unsure how to use or replace the battery, contact an authorized Kia dealer.
- Using the wrong battery can cause the smart key to malfunction. Be sure to use the correct battery.
- To avoid damaging the smart key, don't drop it, get it wet, or expose it to heat or sunlight.
- An inappropriately disposed battery can be harmful to the environment and human health. Dispose the battery according to your local law(s) or regulation.
CAUTION - Smart key damage
Do not drop, get wet or expose the smart key to heat or sunlight, or it will be damaged.
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