change key battery KIA SORENTO 2010 Owners Manual

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Features of your vehicle
Transmitter precautions
✽✽NOTICE
The transmitter will not work if any of
the following occurs:
 The ignition key is in the 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
properly, open and close the door with
the ignition key. If you have a problem
with the transmitter, contact an author-
ized KIA dealer.
Battery replacement
A transmitter uses a 3 volt lithium battery
which will normally last for several years.
When replacement is necessary, use the
following procedure.
1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gen- tly pry open the transmitter center
cover.
2. Replace the battery with a new battery (CR2032). When replacing the battery,
make sure the battery positive “+” sym-
bol faces up as indicated in the illus-
tration.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order of removal.
For transmitter replacement, see an
authorized KIA dealer to reprogram the
transmitter.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operatethe equipment. If the keyless entrysystem is inoperative due tochanges or modifications not
expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance, it will not be covered by your manufactur-er’s vehicle warranty.
CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away fromwater or any liquid. If the keyless
entry system is inoperative due toexposure to water or liquids, it willnot be covered by your manufactur- er’s vehicle warranty.
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