Vehicle Specifications

Alarm Stage and Disarming

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Theft Stage

The alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is armed.

  • A door is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key).
  • Opening the liftgate without using the transmitter (or Smart Key).
  • The hood is opened.

The horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will flash continuously for approximately 30 seconds. To turn off the system, unlock the doors using the transmitter (or smart key).

Disarmed stage

The system will be disarmed when:

Transmitter

- The door unlock button is pressed.
- The engine is started.
- The ignition switch is in the "ON" position for 30 seconds or more.

Smart Key

- The door unlock button is pressed.
- The outside front door handle button is pressed while the electronic key is detected.
- The engine is started.

After the doors are unlocked, the hazard warning lights will flash twice to indicate that the system is disarmed.

After pressing the unlock button, if any door (or the tailgate) is not opened within 30 seconds, the system will re-arm.

NOTICE

System without immobilizer

  • Do not attempt to start the engine while the alarm is activated. The starter motor is disabled during the alarm stage. If the system is not disarmed with the transmitter, insert the key into the ignition switch, turn the ignition key to the ON position and wait 30 seconds. The system will then be disarmed.
  • If you lose your keys, Kia recommends contacting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

NOTICE

Immobilizer system

  • If the system is not disarmed with the transmitter, insert the key into the ignition switch and start the engine. The system will then be disarmed.
  • If you lose your keys, Kia recommends contacting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

CAUTION

Do not modify, alter or adjust the theft alarm system, as this may cause the system to malfunction. Have the system serviced by a qualified workshop. Kia recommends visiting an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

Malfunctions caused by improper changes, settings, or modifications to the anti-theft alarm system are not covered by your vehicle manufacturer's warranty.

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