KIA Soul EV (2018 year). Manual — part 9

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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 tail-
gate will unlock and the hazard
warning lights will blink and the
chime will sound two times.

• The button will only operate when

the smart key is within 28~40 in.
(0.7~1m) from the outside door
handle.

• When the smart key is recognized

in the area of 28~40 in. (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 auto-
matically 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.

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NOTICE

After pressing the button, the doors
will lock automatically unless any
door is opened within 30 seconds.

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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.

If you are within 28~40 in. (0.7~1 m)
from the outside tailgate handle, with
your smart key in possession, the
tailgate will unlock and open when
you press the tailgate handle switch.

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.

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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.

Start-up

You can start the vehicle without
inserting the key. For detailed infor-
mation refer to the “POWER button”
in chapter 5.

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 vehi-
cle. You should immediately take the
vehicle and remaining key to your
authorized Kia dealer(tow the vehi-
cle, 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 sta-
tion or an airport which can inter-
fere with normal operation of the
smart key.

- The smart key is near a mobile

two way radio system or a cellu-
lar 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 messag-
ing, 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.

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NOTICE

If the smart key is inoperative due to
exposure to water or liquids, it will
not be covered by your manufactur-
er’s vehicle warranty.

CAUTION

Keep the smart key away from
water or any liquid as it can
become damaged and not func-
tion properly.

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Smart key immobilizer system

Your vehicle is equipped with an elec-
tronic immobilizer system to reduce
the risk of unauthorized vehicle use.
Your immobilizer system is com-
prised of a small transponder in the
smart key and electronic devices
inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, when-
ever you turn the POWER button to
the ON position by pressing the but-
ton 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 vehicle will start.
If the key is determined to be invalid,
the vehicle will not start.

To deactivate the immobilizer
system:

Turn the POWER button to the ON
position by pressing the button while
carrying the smart key.

To activate the immobilizer system:

Turn the POWER button to the OFF
position. The immobilizer system
activates automatically. Without a
valid smart key for your vehicle, the
vehicle will not start.
In order to prevent theft of your vehi-
cle, do not leave spare keys anywhere
in your vehicle.Your Immobilizer pass-
word is a customer unique password
and should be kept confidential. Do
not leave this number anywhere in
your vehicle.

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NOTICE

When starting the vehicle, do not use
the key with other immobilizer keys
around. Otherwise the vehicle may
not start or may stop soon after it
starts. Keep each key separate in
order to avoid a starting malfunction.

Do not put metal accessories near
the smart key.
The vehicle may not start because
the metal accessories may interrupt
the transponder signal from transmit-
ting normally.

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NOTICE

If you need additional keys or lose
your keys, contact an authorized
Kia dealer.

CAUTION

- Immobilizer

damage

Do not expose your immobilizer
system to moisture, static elec-
tricity and rough handling. This
may damage your immobilizer.

CAUTION

- Immobilizer

alterations

Do not change, alter or adjust
the immobilizer system because
it could cause the immobilizer
system to malfunction.

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This device complies with Part 15
of the FCC rules.
Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harm-

ful interference, and

2. This device must accept any inter-

ference received, including inter-
ference that may cause undesired
operation.

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NOTICE

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 sys-
tem is inoperative due to changes or
modifications not expressly approved
by the party responsible for compli-
ance, 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, how-
ever 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.

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CAUTION -

Smart key
damage

Do not drop, get wet or expose
the smart key to heat or sun-
light, or it will be damaged.

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DOOR LOCKS

.

Operating door locks from
outside the vehicle

• Turn the key clockwise to lock and

counterclockwise to unlock.

• If you lock the driver's door with a key

- only the driver's door will lock.

• From the driver's door

- turn the key to the left once to

unlock the driver's door.

• Doors can also be locked and

unlocked with the smart key.

• Once the doors are unlocked, they

may be opened by pulling the door
handle.

• When closing the door, push the

door by hand. Make sure the doors
are closed securely.

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NOTICE

• In cold and wet climates, door lock

and door mechanisms may not
work properly due to freezing con-
ditions.

• If the door is locked/unlocked

multiple times in rapid succession
with either the vehicle key or door
lock switch, the system may stop
operating temporarily in order to
protect the circuit and prevent
damage to system components.

• To lock a door without the key,

push the inside door lock button (1)
or central door lock switch (2) to
the “Lock” position and close the
door (3).

• If you lock the door with the central

door lock switch (2), all vehicle
doors will lock automatically.

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NOTICE

Always carry the smart key after the
vehicle is turned off, engage the
parking brake, close all windows
and lock all doors when leaving your
vehicle unattended.

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Lock

Unlock

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WARNING

Be careful that someone’s body
and hands are not trapped
when closing the door.

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Operating door locks from
inside the vehicle

With the door lock button

• To unlock a door, push the door

lock button (1) to the “Unlock” posi-
tion. The red mark (2) on the button
will be visible.

• To lock a door, push the door lock

button (1) to the “Lock” position. If
the door is locked properly, the red
mark (2) on the door lock button
will not be visible.

• To open a door, pull the door han-

dle (3) outward.

• If the inner door handle of the dri-

ver’s (or front passenger’s) door is
pulled when the driver door lock
button is in the lock position, the
button will unlock and the door will
open.

• Front doors cannot be locked if the

smart key is in the vehicle and any
front door is opened.

If a power door lock ever fails to func-
tion while you are in the vehicle, try
one or more of the following tech-
niques to exit:
• Operate the door unlock feature

repeatedly (both electronic and
manual) while simultaneously
pulling on the door handle.

• Operate the other door locks and

handles, front and rear.

• Lower a front window and use the

key to unlock the door from outside.

• Move to the cargo area and open

the tailgate.

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Lock

Unlock

WARNING

Do not pull the inner door handle
of driver’s(or passenger’s) door
while the vehicle is moving.

WARNING

If people must spend a longer
time in the vehicle while it is
very hot or cold outside, there
is rick of injuries or danger to
life. Do not lock the vehicle from
the outside when there are peo-
ple in it.

CAUTION

Do not open and close the door
repeatedly if unnecessary or
with excessive force.

Such

action can damage the vehicle
door.

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With central door lock switch

Operate by pressing the central door
lock switch.
• When pressing the front portion (1)

of the switch, all vehicle doors will
lock.

• When pressing the rear portion (2)

of the switch, all vehicle doors will
unlock.

• If the vehicle is in the ready (

)

mode and any front door is opened,
the doors will not lock even though
the front portion (1) of the central
door lock switch is pressed.

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Driver’s door

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Passenger’s door

WARNING

- Unattended

children/ani-
mals

Never leave children or animals
unattended in your vehicle. An
enclosed vehicle can become
extremely hot, causing death or
severe injury to unattended
children or animals who cannot
escape the vehicle.

WARNING

- Doors

• The doors should always be

fully closed and locked while
the vehicle is in motion to pre-
vent accidental opening of the
door.

• Be careful when opening doors

and watch for vehicles, motor-
cycles, bicycles or pedestrians
approaching the vehicle in the
path of the door. Opening a
door when something is
approaching can cause injury.

WARNING

-

Unlocked
vehicles

Leaving your vehicle unlocked
can invite theft or possible harm
to you or others from someone
hiding in your vehicle while you
are gone. Always remove the
ignition key, engage the parking
brake, close all windows and
lock all doors when leaving
your vehicle unattended.

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Impact sensing door unlock
system

In the event of air bag deployment
resulting from a vehicle impact, all
doors will automatically unlock.

Auto door lock/unlock feature

You can activate or deactivate the
auto door lock/unlock features in the
vehicle. Refer to "User settings" in
this chapter.

Speed sensing door lock
system

All doors will be automatically locked
after the vehicle speed exceeds 9.3
mph (15 km/h).

Child-protector rear door lock

The child safety lock is provided to
help prevent children from acciden-
tally opening the rear doors from
inside the vehicle. The rear door
safety locks should be used whenev-
er children are in the vehicle.
1. Open the rear door.
2. Push the child safety lock located

on the rear edge of the door to the
lock (

) position. When the child

safety lock is in the lock position, the
rear door will not open even when
the inner door handle is pulled.

3. Close the rear door.
To open the rear door, pull the out-
side door handle.
Even though the doors may be
unlocked, the rear door will not open
by pulling the inner door handle (1)
until the rear door child safety lock is
unlocked.

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WARNING

- Rear door

locks

Use the rear door safety locks
whenever children are in the
vehicle. If a child accidently
opens the rear doors while the
vehicle is motion, he can fall out.

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Opening the tailgate

• The tailgate is locked or unlocked

when all doors are locked or
unlocked with the key, smart key or
central door lock switch.

• If unlocked, the tailgate can be

opened by pressing the handle
switch and then pulling the handle
up.

• Only the tailgate is unlocked if the

tailgate unlock button on the smart
key is pressed. Once the tailgate is
opened and then closed, the tail-
gate is locked automatically.

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NOTICE

In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.

The tailgate swings upward. Make
sure no objects or people are near
the rear of the vehicle when opening
the tailgate.

TAILGATE

CAUTION

- Tailgate lift

Make certain that you close the
tailgate before driving your
vehicle. Possible damage may
occur to the tailgate lift cylin-
ders and attached hardware if
the tailgate is not closed prior to
driving.

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WARNING

- Exhaust

fumes

The tailgate lid should always
be kept completely closed while
the vehicle is in motion. If it is
left open or ajar, exhaust gases
may enter the car and serious
illness or death may result.

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Closing the tailgate

To close the tailgate, lower and push
down the tailgate firmly. Make sure
that the tailgate is securely latched.
Make sure your hands, feet and other
parts of your body are safely out of
the way before closing the tailgate.

Emergency tailgate safety
release

Your vehicle is equipped with an
emergency tailgate safety release
lever located on the bottom of the
tailgate. When someone is inadver-
tently locked in the cargo area, the
tailgate can be opened by pushing
the release lever and pushing open
the tailgate.

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WARNING

- Rear cargo

area

Occupants should never ride in
the rear cargo area where no
restraints are available.
Occupants should always be
properly restrained.

WARNING

Make sure there are no people
or objects around the trunk
before opening or closing the
power trunk. Wait until the trunk
is open fully and stopped
before loading or unloading
cargo from the vehicle.

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WARNING

• No one should be allowed to

occupy the cargo area of the
vehicle at any time. The cargo
area is a very dangerous loca-
tion in the event of a crash.

• Use the release lever for

emergencies only. Use with
extreme caution, especially
while the vehicle is in motion.

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(1) Driver’s door power window

switch

(2) Front passenger’s door power

window switch

(3) Rear door (left) power window

switch

(4) Rear door (right) power window

switch

(5) Window opening and closing
(6) Automatic power window

up/down

(7) Power window lock switch

In cold and wet climates, power win-
dows may not work properly due to
freezing conditions.

WINDOWS

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Power windows

The POWER button must be in the
ON position for power windows to
operate.
Each door has a power window
switch that controls the door's win-
dow. The driver has a power window
lock button which can block the oper-
ation of the rear passenger windows.
The power windows can be operated
for approximately 30 seconds after
the vehicle turned off or turned to the
ACC position. However, if the front
doors are opened, the power win-
dows cannot be operated even with-
in the 30 second period.
If the window cannot be close
because it is blocked by objects,
remove the objects and close the
window.

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NOTICE

While driving with the rear windows
down or with the sunroof (if
equipped) in an open (or partially
open) position, your vehicle may
demonstrate a wind buffeting or
pulsation noise. This noise is a nor-
mal occurrence and can be reduced
or eliminated by taking the follow-
ing actions. If the noise occurs with
one or both of the rear windows
down, partially lower both front
windows approximately one inch. If
you experience the noise with the
sunroof open, slightly reduce the
size of the sunroof opening.

Window opening and closing

The driver’s door has a master power
window switch that controls all the
windows in the vehicle.
To open or close a window, press
down or pull up the front portion of
the corresponding switch to the first
detent position (5).

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CAUTION

Do not install any accessories
in the vehicle that extend into
the open window area. Such
objects will impact the proper
function of the Automatic rever-
sal “jam protection” feature
described on page 4-19 of this
manual.

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Auto up/down window
(for driver's window)

Pressing or pulling up the power win-
dow switch momentarily to the second
detent position (6) completely lowers
or raises the window even when the
switch is released. To stop the window
at the desired position while the win-
dow is in operation, pull up or press
down and release the switch.
If the power window does not operate
normally, the automatic power win-
dow system must be reset as follows:

1. Turn the POWER button to the ON

position.

2. Close the driver’s window and

continue pulling up the driver’s
power window switch for at least 1
second after the window is com-
pletely closed.

Automatic reversal

If the upward movement of the win-
dow is blocked by an object or part of
the body, the window will detect the
resistance and will stop upward
movement. The window will then
lower approximately 11.8 in. (30 cm)
to allow the object to be cleared.
The distance may vary based on the
size or position of the window. If the
window detects the resistance while
the power window switch is pulled up
continuously, the window will stop
upward movement then lower
approximately 1 in. (2.5 cm).

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And if the power window switch is
pulled up continuously again within 5
seconds after the window is lowered
by the automatic window reversal
feature, the automatic window rever-
sal will not operate.

The automatic reverse feature for the
driver’s window is only active when
the “auto up” feature is used by fully
pulling up the switch. The automatic
reverse feature will not operate if the
window is raised using the halfway
position on the power window switch.

Power window lock button

• The driver can disable the power

window switches on the passenger
doors by pressing the power win-
dow lock button located on the dri-
ver’s door to the LOCK position
(pressed).

WARNING

Always check for obstructions
before raising any window to
avoid injuries or vehicle damage.
If an object less than 4 mm (0.16
in.) in diameter is caught
between the window glass and
the upper window channel, the
automatic reverse window may
not detect the resistance and will
not stop and reverse direction.

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WARNING

The automatic reverse feature
doesn’t activate while resetting
power window system. Make
sure body parts or other objects
are safely out of the way before
closing the windows to avoid
injuries.

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• When the power window lock

switch is pressed :
- The driver's master control can

operate all the power windows.

- The front passenger's control can

operate the front passenger's
power window.

- The rear passenger's control can-

not operate the rear passenger's
power window.

Always double check to make sure
all arms, hands, head and other
obstructions are safely out of the way
before closing a window.

CAUTION

- Opening /

closing Window

To prevent possible damage to
the power window system, do
not open or close two windows
or more at the same time. This
will also ensure the longevity of
the fuse.

WARNING

- Power

windows

• Do not allow children to play

with the power windows. Keep
the power window lock switch
(on the driver's door) in the
LOCK (pressed) position.

• Do not extend a face or arms

outside through the window
opening while driving.