Operation of the Keyless Remote Entry System

Lock (1)
All doors lock when the lock button is pressed. If all doors (and the liftgate) are closed, the hazard warning lights will flash once to indicate that all doors (and the liftgate) are locked.
However, if any door is left open, the hazard warning lights will not flash. But if all doors are closed after pressing the lock button, the hazard warning lights will flash once.
Unlock (2)
All doors (and the liftgate) can be unlocked by pressing the unlock button. The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that all doors (and the liftgate) are unlocked. After pressing this button, the doors will lock automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds.
When the two-step unlock function is activated,
- If you press the door unlock button (2) on the electronic key, the driver's door will unlock.
- If you press the door unlock button (2) on the electronic key again within four seconds, all doors will unlock.
✽ NOTICE
You can activate or deactivate the two-step unlock function. Refer to "User Settings" in this chapter.
✽ NOTICE
If the keyless entry system does not operate due to exposure to water or liquids, it is not covered by the vehicle manufacturer's warranty.
Liftgate Unlock (3)
The liftgate unlocks when the button is pressed for more than 1 second.
The hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the liftgate is unlocked.
However, after pressing this button, the liftgate will lock automatically unless you open the liftgate within 30 seconds.
In addition, when the liftgate is opened and then closed, it will lock automatically.
Panic alarm (4)
The horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will flash for approximately 30 seconds if the button is pressed for more than 0.5 seconds. To turn off the horn and lights, press any button on the transmitter.
Test yourself
A quick Kia Stinger CK quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.