KIA CERATO 2007 User Guide

1 23456789Keys / 3-2 Remote keyless entry / 3-3
Immobilizer system / 3-5
Door locks / 3-7
Window / 3-12 Seat / 3-16Safety belts / 3-30
Airbags-supplemental restraint system / 3-54
Trunk / 3-75Hood / 3-77
Fuel filler lid / 3-79
Mirrors / 3-82
Interior lights / 3-86
Storage compartment / 3-87
Interior features / 3-90
Sunroof / 3-95Luggage net / 3-99Antenna / 3-100Audio system / 3-102
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CAUTION
Use only Kia original parts for
the ignition key in your vehicle.If an aftermarket key is used, theignition switch may not return to ON after START. If this hap-pens, the starter will continue tooperate causing damage to the starter motor and possible firedue to excessive current in thewiring.
The key code number is stamped on
the plate attached to the key set.
Should you lose your keys, this num-
ber will enable an authorized Kia
Dealer to duplicate the keys easily.
Remove the plate and store it in a
safe place. Also, record the code
number and keep it in a safe and
handy place, but not in the vehicle. Key operations
Master key
Used to start the engine, lock and
unlock the doors, lock and unlock the
glove box (if equipped), and open the
trunk (if equipped).
KEYS
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WARNING
- Ignition key
Leaving children unattended in
a vehicle with the ignition key is
dangerous even if the key is not
in the ignition. Children copy
adults and they could place the
key in the ignition. The ignition
key would enable children to
operate power windows or other
controls, or even make the vehi-
cle move, which could result in
serious bodily injury or even
death. Never leave the keys in
your vehicle with unsupervised
children.

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(1) Lock button
(2) Unlock button
(3) Panic button
(4) Trunk lid open button
Lock (1)
All doors are locked if the lock button is pressed.
Unlock (2)
All doors are unlocked if the unlock
button is pressed.
After depressing this button, the
doors will be locked automatically
unless you open them within 30 sec-
onds.
Panic (3) (if equipped)
The horn sounds and hazard lamp
will flash for about 27 seconds if this
button is pressed.
Trunk lid open (4) (if equipped)
The trunk lid opens if this button is pressed.
✽✽NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any of following occur:
- The ignition key is in ignition switch.
- You exceed the operating distance limit (30 m).
- 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 interferewith 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, con-
tact an authorized Kia Dealer.
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY (IF EQUIPPED)
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Type A
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NOTICE
Keep the transmitter away from
water or any liquid. If the keylessentry system is inoperative due to
exposure to water or liquids, it will
not be covered by your manufactur-
er vehicle warranty.
Operational distance may vary
depending upon the area the trans-
mitter is used in. For example, if the
vehicle is parked near police sta-
tions, government and public offices,
broadcasting stations, military instal-
lations, airports, or transmitting tow-
ers, etc. Battery replacement
Transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium bat-
tery which will normally last for sev-
eral years. When replacement is
necessary, use the following proce-
dure.
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and
gently pry open the transmitter
center cover. 2. Replace the battery with new one.
When replacing the battery, make
sure the battery positive “+” sym-
bol faces up as indicated in the
illustration.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
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✽✽NOTICE
The keyless entry system transmit-
ter is designed to give you years of
troublefree use, however it can mal-
function if exposed to moisture or
static electricity. If you are unsure
how to use your transmitter or
replace the battery, contact an
authorized Kia dealer.
For replacement of transmitter, see
an Authorized Kia Dealer for repro-
gramming.
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To deactivate the immobilizer sys- tem:
Insert the ignition key into the key
cylinder and turn it to the ON posi-tion.
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.✽✽
NOTICE
When starting the engine, do not use
the key with other immobilizer keys
around.Otherwise the engine may not start
or may stop soon after it starts. Keepeach key separately not to have any
malfunction after you receive yournew vehicle.CAUTION
The transponder in your ignition key is an important part of theimmobilizer system. It isdesigned to give years of trou- blefree service, however youshould avoid exposure to mois-ture, static electricity and roughhandling. Immobilizer system malfunction could occur.
CAUTION
Do not change, alter or adjustthe immobilizer system becauseit could cause the immobilizersystem to malfunction and should only be serviced by anauthorized Kia dealer.Malfunctions caused by improp-er alterations, adjustments or modifications to the immobilizersystem are not covered by yourvehicle manufacturer warranty.

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Operating door locks from
outside the vehicle
Turn the key toward rear of vehicleto unlock and toward front of vehi-
cle to lock.
Doors can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter key. Once the doors are unlocked, it
may be opened by pulling the door
handle.
When closing the door, push the door by the hand. Make sure that
doors are closed securely.
If you lock/unlock the front door with a key, all vehicle doors will
lock/unlock automatically. (ifequipped)
To lock a door without the key, push
the inside door lock button (1) or
door lock switch (2, if equipped) to
the “LOCK” position and close thedoor (3).
✽✽NOTICE
Always remove the ignition key, engage the parking brake, close allwindows and lock all doors when
leaving your vehicle unattended.
DOOR LOCKS
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LockUnlock
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NOTICE
If the door is locked/unlocked multi- ple times in rapid succession with
either the vehicle key or door lockswitch, the system may stop operat-
ing temporarily in order to protect
the circuit and prevent damage tosystem components.
Operating door locks from
inside the vehicle
With the door lock button
To unlock a door, push the door lock button to the “UNLOCK” posi- tion.
To lock a door, push the door lock button (1) to the “lock” position. If
the door is locked, red part (2) of
the knob becomes invisible.
To open a door, pull the door han- dle ( 3) outward. Front doors cannot be locked if the
ignition key is in the ignition switchand door is open.
If you lock/unlock the front door with door lock button, all vehicle
doors will lock/unlock automatical-
ly. (if equipped)
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With central door lock switch(if equipped)
The central door locking switch is
located on the driver’s arm rest. It is
operated by depressing the door lock
switch. If any door is open when the
switch is depressed, the door will
remain locked when closed. When pushing down on the front
portion ( 1) of the driver’s door lock
switch, all vehicle doors will lock.
When pushing down on the rear portion (2) of the switch, all vehicle
doors will unlock.
However, if the key is in the ignition switch and any front door is open,
the doors will not lock when the
front portion of central door lock
switch is pressed.
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WARNING
• The doors should always be fully closed and locked while
the vehicle is in motion to pre-vent accidental opening of the
door. Locked doors will also
discourage potential intruders
when the vehicle stops or
slows.
Be careful when opening doors and watch for vehicles,
motorcycles, bicycles or
pedestrians approaching the
vehicle in the path of the door.Opening a door when some-
thing is approaching can
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Rear door child safety 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.
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WARNING
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.WARNING - Unattended
children
An enclosed vehicle can
become extremely hot, causing
death or severe injury to unat-
tended children or animals who
cannot escape the vehicle.
Furthermore, children might
operate features of the vehicle
that could injure them, or theycould encounter other harm,
possibly from someone gaining
entry to the vehicle. Never leave
children or animals unattended
in your vehicle.