change key battery KIA CARENS RHD 2018 Owners Manual

Features of your vehicle
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Transmitter precautions
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NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any
of following occur:
 The ignition key is in ignition switch.
 You exceed the operating distance limit (about 10 m [30 feet]).
 The battery in the transmitter is weak.
 Other vehicles or objects may be blocking the signal.
 The weather is extremely cold.
 The transmitter 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 does not work
correctly, open and close the door
with the ignition key. If you have a
problem with the transmitter, Kia
recommends to contact an autho-
rised Kia dealer/service partner. (Continued)(Continued)
 If the transmitter is in close prox-
imity to your cell phone or smart
phone, the signal from the trans-
mitter 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, receiv-
ing 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. CAUTION
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliancecould void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. If thekeyless entry system is inopera-tive due to changes or modifica- tions not expressly approved bythe party responsible for com-pliance, it will not be covered by your manufacturer’s vehiclewarranty.
CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away fromwater or any liquid. If the keylessentry system is inoperative due to exposure to water or liquids, itwill not be covered by your man-ufacturer vehicle warranty.
CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away fromelectromagnetic materials thatblocks electromagnetic waves to the key surface.

Features of your vehicle
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Warning Messages (if equipped)
Shift to "P" position (for smart key
system and automatic transaxle / dual clutch transmission)
This warning message illuminates if you try to turn off the engine without
the shift lever in P (Park) position.
At this time, the Engine Start/Stop Button turns to the ACC position (If
you press the Engine Start/Stop
Button once more, it will turn to theON position).
Low Key Battery
(for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the battery of the smart key is discharged when the Engine
Start/Stop Button changes to theOFF position.
Press start button whilst turn
steering (for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not
unlock normally when the Engine
Start/Stop Button is pressed.
It means that you should press the Engine Start/Stop Button whilst
turning the steering wheel rightand left.
Steering wheel unlocked
(for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock
when the Engine Start/Stop Buttonchanges to the OFF position.
Check steering wheel lock
system (for smart key system)
This warning message illuminates if the steering wheel does not lock
normally when the Engine
Start/Stop Button changes to theOFF position.
Press brake pedal to start engine
(for smart key system and auto- matic transaxle / dual clutchtransmission)
This warning message illuminates if the Engine Start/Stop Button
changes to the ACC position twice
by pressing the button repeatedly
without depressing the brake pedal.
It means that you should depress the brake pedal to start the engine.

Audio system
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NOTICE - USING THE
iPod®DEVICE
 iPod ®
is a registered trademark of
Apple Inc.
 In order to use the iPod whilst operating the keys, you must use a
dedicated iPod cable. (the cable
that is supplied when purchasing
iPod/iPhone products)
 If the iPod is connected to the vehicle whilst it is playing, a high
pitch sound could occur for
approximately 1-2 seconds imme-
diately after connecting. If possi-
ble, connect the iPod to the vehicle
with the iPod stopped/paused.
 During ACC ON state, connecting the iPod through the iPod cable
will charge the iPod through the
car audio system.
 When connecting with the iPod cable, make sure to fully insert the
jack to prevent communication
interference. (Continued)(Continued)
 When the EQ features of an exter-
nal device, such as the iPod, and the
audio system are both active, EQ
effects could overlap and cause
sound deterioration and distortion.
Whenever possible, turn off the EQ
feature within the external device
upon use by connecting with the
audio system.
 Noise may occur when an iPod or AUX device is connected. When
such devices are not being used, dis-
connect the device for storage.
 When the iPod or AUX device power is connected to the power
jack, playing the external device
may result in noise. In such cases,
disconnect the power connection
before use.
 Skipping or improper operation may occur depending on the charac-
teristics of your iPod/Phone device.
 If your iPh one is connected to both
the Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology
and USB, the sound may not be
properly played. In your iPhone,
select the Dock connector or
Bluetooth ®
Wireless Technology to
change the sound output (source). (Continued)(Continued)
 iPod mode cannot be operated
when the iPod cannot be recog-
nized due to the playing of ver-
sions that do not support commu-
nication protocols, cases of iPod
abnormalities and defects.
 For fifth generation iPod Nano devices, the iPod may not be rec-
ognized when the battery level is
low. Please charge the iPod for
use.
 Search/play orders shown within the iPod device may differ with the
orders shown within the audio sys-
tem.
 If the iPod malfunctions due to an iPod device defect, reset the iPod
and try again. (To learn more,
refer to your iPod manual)
 Some iPods may not sync with the System depending on its version.
If the Media is removed before the
Media is recognized, then the sys-
tem may not properly restore the
previously operated mode. (iPad
charging is not supported.)