Remote keyless entry
Remote keyless entry system
operations
Lock (1)
All doors (and tailgate) are locked if the
lock button is pressed.
If all doors (and tailgate) are closed, the hazard warning lights will blink once to indicate that all doors (and tailgate) are locked.
However, if any door (or tailgate) remains open, the hazard warning lights will not operate. But if all doors (and tailgate) are closed after the lock button is pressed, the hazard warning lights will blink once.
Unlock (2)
The driver's door is unlocked if the unlock
button is pressed once. The hazard
warning lights will blink twice to indicate
that the driver's door is unlocked.
All doors (and tailgate) are unlocked if the unlock button is pressed once more within 4 seconds. The hazard warning lights will blink twice again to indicate that all doors (and tailgate) are unlocked.
After pressing this button, the doors (and tailgate) will be locked automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds.
Alarm (3)
The horn sounds and the hazard warning
lights blink for about 30 seconds 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
NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any of
the following occurs:
• The ignition key is in the 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 properly, open and close the door with the ignition key. If you have a problem with the transmitter, contact an authorized KIA dealer.
CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away from
water or any liquid. If the keyless
entry system is inoperative due to
exposure to water or liquids, it will
not be covered by your manufacturer’s
vehicle warranty.
This device complies with Industry Canada Standard RSS-210.
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.
CAUTION
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 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 positive “+” symbol faces up as indicated in the illustration.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
For transmitter replacement, see an authorized KIA dealer to reprogram the transmitter.
CAUTION
• The keyless entry system transmitter
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 your
transmitter or replace the battery,
contact an authorized KIA dealer.
• Using the wrong battery can cause the transmitter to malfunction.
Be sure to use the correct battery.
• To avoid damaging the transmitter, don't drop it, get it wet, or expose it to heat or sunlight.
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