Kia 2016 Optima Hybrid Manual page 83

Features of your vehicle
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 imme-
diately take the vehicle and key to
your authorized Kia dealer to pro-
tect 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
between the two devices.
CAUTION
- Transmitter
Keep the smart key away from
water or any liquid as it can
become damaged and not func-
tion properly.
I n f o r ma t i o n P r o v i d e d b y :
The 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 30 m [90 feet]).
• The battery in the smart key is weak.
• Other vehicles or objects may be
blocking the signal.
• The weather is extremely cold.
• The smart key is close to a radio
distance
transmitter such as a radio station or
an airport which can interfere with
normal operation of the transmitter.
When the smart key does not work
properly, open and close the door
with the ignition key. If you have a
problem with the smart key, contact
an authorized Kia dealer.