KIA Rio / Rio Hatchback (2018 year). Instruction — part 5

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Record your key number

The key code num-
ber is stamped on
the key code tag
attached to the key
set.

Should you

lose your keys, this number will
enable an authorized Kia dealer to
duplicate the keys easily. Remove
the key code tag and store it in a safe
place. Also, record the key code
number and keep it in a safe and
handy place, but not in the vehicle.

Key operations

Folding key

To unfold the key, press the release
button then the key will unfold auto-
matically.
To fold the key, fold the key manually
while pressing the release button

Smart key

To remove the mechanical key, press
and hold the release button and
remove the mechanical key.
To reinstall the mechanical key, put
the key into the hole and push it until
a click sound is heard.

KEYS

WARNING

- Aftermarket

keys

Use only Kia original parts for
the ignition key in your vehicle.
If an aftermarket key is used, the
ignition switch may not return to
ON after START. If this happens,
the starter will continue to oper-
ate causing possible fire due to
excessive current in the wiring.

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CAUTION

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Key button
operation

Do not fold the key without
pressing the release button.
This may damage the key.

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WARNING

- Ignition key

(Smart key)

Never leave the keys in your
vehicle with unsupervised chil-
dren. Leaving children unat-
tended in a vehicle with a man-
ual ignition key or a smart key
is dangerous.
Children copy adults and they
could place the key in the igni-
tion switch or press the start
button. The key would enable
children to operate power win-
dows or other controls, or even
make the vehicle move, which
could result in serious bodily
injury or death.

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With a smart key, you can lock or
unlock a door and even start the
engine without inserting the key.
The functions of the buttons on a
smart key are similar to the remote
keyless entry. (Refer to the “Remote
keyless entry” in this chapter.)

Smart key functions

Carrying the smart key, you may lock
and unlock the vehicle doors. Also,
you may start the engine. Refer to
the following, for more details.

Locking

Pressing the button of the front out-
side door handles with all doors
closed and any door unlocked, locks
all the doors (and hood, trunk/tail-
gate).
The hazard warning lights will blink
once to indicate that all doors are
locked. The button will only operate
when the smart key is within 28 ~ 40
in. (0.7 ~ 1m) from the outside door
handle. If you want to make sure that
a door has locked or not, you should
check the door lock button inside the
vehicle or pull the outside door han-
dle.

SMART KEY (IF EQUIPPED)

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Even though you press the button,
the doors will not lock and the chime
will sound for 3 seconds if any of the
following occurs:
• The smart key is in the vehicle.
• The ignition switch is in the ACC or

ON position.

• Any door except the trunk/tailgate

is opened.

Unlocking

Pressing the button of the driver's
outside door handle with all doors
closed and locked, unlocks the dri-
ver's door. The hazard warning lights
will blink and the chime will sound
twice to indicate that the driver's door
is unlocked.
Pressing the button in the front pas-
senger's outside door handle with all
doors closed and locked, unlocks all
the doors. The hazard warning lights
will blink and the chime will sound
twice to indicate that all doors are
unlocked. The button will only oper-
ate when the smart key is within
28~40 in. (0.7~1 m) from the outside
door handle.

Start-up

You can start the engine without
inserting the key. For detailed infor-
mation refer to “Starting the engine
with a smart key” in chapter 6.

Smart key precautions

• If you lose your smart key, you will

not be able to start the engine. Tow
the vehicle, if necessary, and con-
tact an authorized Kia dealer.

• A maximum of 2 smart keys can be

registered to a single vehicle.

If

you lose a smart key, you should
immediately take the vehicle and
key to your authorized Kia dealer
to protect it from potential theft.

• The smart key will not work if any

of following occurs:
- 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 near a mobile two-

way radio system or a cellular
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. If you
have a problem with the smart key,
contact an authorized Kia dealer.

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• 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.

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
system is inoperative due to changes
or

modifications not expressly

approved by the party responsible
for compliance, it will not be cov-
ered by your manufacturer’s vehicle
warranty.

CAUTION

- Transmitter

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

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REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)

Remote keyless entry system
operations

Lock (1)

All doors (and hood, trunk/tailgate)
are locked if the lock button is
pressed. If all doors (and hood,
trunk/tailgate) are closed, the hazard
warning lights will blink and the
chime will sound once to indicate
that all doors (and hood, trunk/tail-
gate) are locked.
Also, if the lock button is pressed
once more within 4 seconds, the
hazard warning lights will blink and
the chime will sound once to confirm
that the door is locked.
However, if any door remains open,
the hazard warning lights (and/or the
chime) will not operate. But if all
doors 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
and the chime will sound twice to
indicate that the driver’s door is
unlocked. (If equipped)
All doors are unlocked if the unlock
button is pressed once more within 4
seconds. The hazard warning lights
will blink (for smart key, the chime
also sounds) twice again to indicate
that all doors are unlocked. After
pressing this button, the doors will
lock automatically unless you open
any door within 30 seconds.
If you attempt to lock or unlock the
door by pressing the door
lock/unlock button in any of the fol-
lowing states, the door will not be
locked or unlocked.
- When you want to lock or unlock

the door in the ACC or ON state.

- When you want to lock a door in a

car with one or more doors open.

Depending on the vehicle, the driver
can turn off or set the TWO PRESS
UNLOCK (if equipped) setting func-
tion.

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NOTICE

If the keyless entry system is inoper-
ative due to exposure to water or liq-
uids, it will not be covered by your
manufacturer's vehicle warranty.

Trunk/tailgate open (3)
(if equipped)

The trunk/tailgate is opened if the
button is pressed for more than 1
second.
Once the trunk/tailgate is opened and
then closed, the trunk/tailgate will lock
automatically.

Alarm (4)

The horn sounds and the hazard
warning lights blink for about 30 sec-
onds 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

The transmitter (or smart key) will not
work if any of following occurs:
• The ignition key is in the ignition

switch.

• You exceed the operating distance

limit (about 90 feet [30 m]).

• The battery in the transmitter (or

smart key) is weak.

• Other vehicles or objects may be

blocking the signal.

• The weather is extremely cold.
• The transmitter (or smart key) 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 (or smart key)
does not work properly, open and
close the door with the ignition key. If
you have a problem with the trans-
mitter (or smart key), contact an
authorized Kia dealer.

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• If the transmitter is in close proximi-

ty to your cell phone or smart phone,
the signal from the transmitter 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 transmitter and
your cell phone or smart phone in
the same pants or jacket pocket and
maintain adequate distance
between the two devices.

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 battery should last for several years,
but if the transmitter or smart key is
not working properly, try replacing the
battery with a new one. If you are
unsure how to use or replace the bat-
tery, contact an authorized Kia dealer.

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Type A

1. Pry open the transmitter cover.
2. Replace the battery with a new

battery (CR2032). When replacing
the battery, make sure the battery
position.

3. Install the battery in the reverse

order of removal.

Type B

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 transmitter or smart key is

designed to give you years of trou-
ble-free use, however it can mal-
function 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 transmitter or smart key to mal-
function. Be sure to use the correct
battery.

•

An inappropriately dis-
posed battery can be harm-
ful to the environment and
human health. Dispose the
battery according to your
local law(s) or regulation.

Immobilizer system
(if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with
an electronic engine immobilizer sys-
tem to reduce the risk of unautho-
rized vehicle use.
Your immobilizer system is com-
prised of a small transponder in the
ignition key and electronic devices
inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, when-
ever you insert your ignition key into
the ignition switch and turn it to ON,
it checks and determines and verifies
that the ignition key is valid.
If the key is determined to be valid,
the engine will start.
If the key is determined to be invalid,
the engine will not start.

CAUTION

- Transmitter

damage

The transmitter or smart key can
malfunction if dropped, exposed
to moisture, static electricity,
heat or direct sunlight.

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To deactivate the immobilizer
system:

Insert the ignition key into the key
cylinder and turn it to the ON position.

To activate the immobilizer sys-
tem:

Turn the ignition key to the OFF posi-
tion. The immobilizer system acti-
vates automatically. Without a valid
ignition key for your vehicle, the
engine will not start.
Your Immobilizer password is a cus-
tomer unique password and should
be kept confidential. Do not leave this
number anywhere in your vehicle.

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NOTICE

Keep each key separately in order to
avoid a starting malfunction.

Do not put metal accessories near
the ignition switch.
Metal accessories may interrupt the
transponder signal and may prevent
the engine from being started.
If you need additional keys or lose
your keys, consult an authorized Kia
dealer.

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.

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 system is designed to provide
protection from unauthorized entry
into the vehicle. This system is operat-
ed in three stages: the first is the
"Armed" stage, the second is the
"Theft-alarm" stage, and the third is
the "Disarmed" stage. If triggered, the
system provides an audible alarm with
blinking of the hazard warning lights.

Armed stage

Using the smart key

Park the vehicle and stop the engine.
Arm the system as described below.
1.Turn off the engine.
2.Make sure that all doors (and tail-

gate) and the engine hood are
closed and latched.

3.• Lock the doors by pressing the

button of the front outside door
handle with the smart key in your
possession.

After completion of the steps
above, the hazard warning lights
operate once to indicate that the
system is armed.
If any door remains open, the
doors won't lock and the chime
will sound for 3 seconds. Close
the door and try again to lock the
doors.
If tailgate or engine hood remains
open, the hazard warning lights
won't operate and theft-alarm will
not arm. After this, if the tailgate
and engine hood are closed, the
hazard warning lights will blink
once.

• Lock the doors by pressing the

lock button on the smart key.

After completion of the steps
above, the hazard warning lights
will operate once to indicate that
the system is armed.
If any door (and tailgate) or
engine hood remains open, the
hazard warning lights won't oper-
ate and theft-alarm will not arm.
After this, if all doors (and tail-
gate) and engine hood are
closed, the hazard warning lights
blink once.

THEFT-ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Armed

stage

Theft-alarm

stage

Disarmed

stage

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Using the transmitter

Park the vehicle and stop the engine.
Arm the system as described below.
1.Turn off the engine and remove the

ignition key from the ignition
switch.

2.Make sure that all doors (and tail-

gate), the engine hood are closed
and latched.

3.Lock the doors by pressing the lock

button on the transmitter.
After completion of the steps
above, the hazard warning lights
will blink once to indicate that the
system is armed.
If any door (and tailgate) or engine
hood remains open, the hazard
warning lights won't operate and
theft-alarm will not arm. After this, if
all doors (and tailgate) and engine
hood are closed, the hazard warn-
ing lights blink once.

• Do not arm the system until all

passengers have left the vehi-
cle. If the system is armed while
a passenger(s) remains in the
vehicle, the alarm may be acti-
vated when the remaining pas-
senger(s) leave the vehicle. If
any door, tailgate or engine
hood is opened within 30 sec-
onds after entering the armed
stage, the system is disarmed to
prevent unnecessary alarm.

Theft-alarm stage

The alarm will be activated if any of
the following occurs while the system
is armed.
• A front or rear door is opened without

using the mechanical key or trans-
mitter (or smart key).

• The trunk/tailgate is opened with-

out using the mechanical key or
transmitter (or smart key).

• The engine hood is opened.
The horn will sound and the hazard
warning lights will blink continuously for
approximately 27 seconds (2times). To
turn off the system, unlock the doors
with the transmitter (or smart key).

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Disarmed stage

The system will be disarmed when:

Transmitter

- The door unlock button is pressed.
- The engine is started. (within 3

seconds)

- The ignition switch is in the "ON"

position for 30 seconds or more.

Smart key

- The door unlock button is pressed.
- The button of the front outside door

is pressed while carrying the smart
key.

- The engine is started. (within 3

seconds)

After the doors are unlocked, the haz-
ard warning lights will blink twice to
indicate that the system is disarmed.
After pressing the unlock button, if any
door (or trunk/tailgate) is not opened
within 30 seconds, the system will be
rearmed.

• Avoid trying to start the engine

while the alarm is activated. The
vehicle starting motor is disabled
during the theft-alarm stage.
If the system is not disarmed with
the transmitter, insert the key into
the ignition switch, turn the ignition
switch to the ON position and wait
for 30 seconds. Then the system
will be disarmed.

• If you lose your keys, consult your

authorized Kia dealer.

• If the system is not disarmed with

the transmitter, insert the key into
the ignition switch and start the
engine. Then the system will be
disarmed.

• If you lose your keys, consult your

authorized Kia dealer.

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DOOR LOCKS

Operating door locks from
outside the vehicle

• Turn the key toward the rear of the

vehicle to lock and toward the front
of the vehicle to unlock.

• If you lock/unlock the door with a

key, all vehicle doors will
lock/unlock automatically.

(if

equipped)

• From the driver’s door, turn the key

toward the rear of the vehicle once
to unlock the driver’s door and
once more within 4 seconds to
unlock all doors. (if equipped)

• Doors can also be locked and

unlocked with the transmitter key
(or smart key). (if equipped)

• 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.

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WARNING

• Securely close your door

before you begin driving.
Failure to fully close your
door may cause it to open
during vehicle operation.

• Keep your body out of the way

of the closing door to prevent
injuries.

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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Operating door locks from
inside the vehicle

With the door lock button

• To unlock a door, pull the door lock

button (1) to the “Unlock” position.
The red mark 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 on the door lock button will
not show.

• To open a door, pull the door han-

dle (2) outward.

• If the inner door handle of the front

door is pulled when the door lock
button is in the lock position, the
button will unlock and the door will
open. (if equipped)

• Front doors cannot be locked if the

ignition key is in the ignition switch
(or if the smart key is in the vehicle)
and any front door is opened. (if
equipped)

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 out-
side.

With central door lock switch
(if equipped)

Operate by pressing the central door
lock switch.
• Press the switch to the “Lock” posi-

tion (1), all vehicle doors will lock.

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• Press the switch to the “Unlock”

position (2), all vehicle doors will
unlock.

• If the key is in the ignition switch (or

if the smart key is in the vehicle)
and any front door is opened, the
doors will not lock when the “Lock”
position (1) of the central door lock
switch is pressed. (if equipped)

Impact sensing door unlock
system (if equipped)

All doors will automatically unlock
when an impact causes the air bags
to deploy.

Auto door lock/unlock feature
(if equipped)

• All doors will automatically lock

when the transaxle shift lever is
shifted out of P (Park).

• All doors will automatically unlock

when the transaxle shift lever is
shifted into P (Park).

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 dam-
age or injury.

WARNING

- Unattended

children/animals

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