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Features of your vehicle Theft-alarm system
When the smart key does not work
properly, open and close the door
with the mechanical key. If you
have a problem with the smart key,
Kia recommends to contact an
authorised Kia dealer/service part
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ner.
僅 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 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.
僅 If the smart key is not moved for
some time, the detection function for
smart key operation will pause. Lift
the smart key to activate the detec
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tion again.
CAUTION
Keep the smart key 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.
Theft-alarm system (if
equipped)
Vehicles equipped with a theft alarm
system will have a label attached to the
vehicle with the following words:
1. WARNING
2. SECURITY SYSTEM
This system is designed to provide pro
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tection from unauthorised entry into the
car. This system is operated in three
stages: the first is the “Armed” stage, the
second is the “Theft-alarm” stage, and
the third is the “Disarmed” stage. If trig
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gered, the system provides an audible
alarm with blinking of the hazard warn
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ing lights.
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