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Kia Key Fob Convenience Features
When it comes to ease of use, Kia leads the way. Kia's smart key fobs come with many cool features that make driving a Kia a breeze.
You don't need to have the Kia key in your hands to open the doors or start the engine. Take a look at these nifty Kia key fob tricks:
Unlocking the doors
A lot of our Kia models have a push button start, remote starter, and a smart key fob. The fobs manage various functions, including locking and unlocking the doors. Based on the vehicle you have the key fob's functions can also operate the liftgate or trunk. If you are unable to start your car the battery of your key fob could be dead. You can find out more about your fob's functionality by reading the owner's guide or talking to an employee of our team.
Kia's smart keys do not come with anti-theft computer chips that stop thieves from taking a vehicle. A recent study by the insurance industry claimed that cars without computer chips are stolen twice as often as other vehicles. Kia has responded to this problem by offering steering wheel locks for free of cost to dealers in the affected areas.
You can unlock the door of your Kia by pressing the lock button repeatedly. You can use the unlock button to unlock all doors and the trunk, but you should keep in mind that it only works when the door handle sensor recognizes the smart key within 0.7 1 m (28 40 in). If you don't close any of the doors in 30 seconds the doors will lock automatically.
Starting the engine
If you have an Kia vehicle equipped with remote start, it is important to understand how to make use of your key fob start the engine. These systems can be confusing for novice drivers, and they require some extra steps to activate. This article will explain the features and functions of the Kia key fob. inquiry will also explain how to unlock the doors and start the vehicle.
First, press the lock button on your key fob to close the doors. Press and hold the remote-start button for at most two seconds before starting your vehicle. If remote start does not work it could be because your vehicle is running an alternative battery type to the one in the key fob. If this is the case you need to try a fresh battery in your key fob.
You can also use the panic button on your key fob to turn off the vehicle's panic alarm. This feature is great when you're driving in the parking lot of a place that you are not familiar with and would like to scare away potential thieves. This feature is not suitable for children or anyone else who could have access to the area that is not supervised. In certain instances pressing the panic button can cause your car's engine to start automatically. The engine will only run 10 minutes if you are inside the vehicle.
Trunk opening
The ability to open the trunk without having to open the key can be a major convenience feature in your Kia Delray. If you own a newer model that has this feature, the instructions to use it are straightforward just sit just 3 inches from the back of the vehicle when your key fob is within range and the trunk will automatically open up. This is just one of the advanced convenience features that are included in the latest Kia vehicles.
Try a few things before you call an repair shop in the event that your trunk won't unlock when you press the lock on your key fob. It's usually due to a damaged connection between the trunk lever and the lock mechanism. A car parts shop can typically fix this issue.
There is also the possibility that the trunk latch has broken. This could happen if smash the trunk door too hard or the trunk lid is open when driving. In this instance it is possible to replace the lock on the trunk. There are a variety of methods to do this. You can contact locksmiths, or your dealer. It is not recommended to take off the latch on your trunk yourself. This is a risky procedure that can damage the trunk.
Remote start
If you're trying to get out of the parking lot, it's simple to start your Kia with your key fob. Just press the button three times and the engine will begin. Make sure you avoid running the engine for prolonged periods of time to obey regulations in your country and to avoid emissions violations.
When using a Kia remote to start your vehicle there are a few points to keep in mind. For instance, you'll have to be within a working distance of about 10 m. You'll also be able to start the engine if the shift lever is in the position of P (automatic transmission) or the N (manual transmission) position. Also, you'll need to be capable of seeing the vehicle's engine, so it's best to have an additional passenger with you.
If your Kia is equipped with an immobilizer system you won't be able to start it using your key fob. This system is designed to prevent thieves from attempting to start your car using the screwdriver or USB cable. It operates by sending a signal to the chip inside the ignition switch that matches the key code stored on your key fob.
You can determine if your Kia features this feature by checking the key fob. This feature is offered on a large number of Kia Optimas, however not all.