Battery Replacement - Kia Sportage Owner's Manual

CAUTION
Keep the transmitter away from
water or any liquid. If the keyless
entry system is inoperative due to
exposure to water or other liquids,
it will not be covered by your manu-
facturer's vehicle warranty.
CAUTION
Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could
void the user's authority to operate
the equipment. If the keyless entry
system is inoperative due to
changes or modifications
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance, it will
not be covered by your manufactur-
er's vehicle warranty.

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.
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1. Insert a slim tool into the slot and gently
pry open the transmitter centre cover (1).
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 illustra-
tion.
3. Install the battery in the reverse order
of removal.
For transmitter replacement, see an
authorised KIA dealer to reprogram the
transmitter.
Features of your vehicle
CAUTION
• The keyless entry system trans-
mitter is designed to give you
years of trouble-free use, howev-
er it can malfunction if exposed to
moisture or static electricity. If
you are unsure how to use your
transmitter or replace the battery,
contact an authorised KIA dealer.
• Using the wrong battery can
cause the transmitter to malfunc-
tion. Be sure to use the correct
OED039003A
battery.
• To avoid damaging the transmit-
ter, don't drop it, get it wet, or
expose it to heat or sunlight.
CAUTION
An inappropriately disposed bat-
tery can be harmful to the environ-
ment and human health.
Dispose the battery according to
your local law(s) or regulation.
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