How do you reset the immobilizer on a Kia Sorento?
Enter your Kia and place the key in the ignition, turning it as far as it will go without starting the engine. Push the lock button on your key fob for three seconds, until the lights on your dashboard blink. Your key has been reprogrammed, and your alarm and computer have been reset.
What to do if your Kia Sorento won’t start?
If you have a model of Sorento which only has a key fob with start/stop button and no place to insert a key, then try placing your key fob as close to the start/stop button as you can and then start the vehicle. Tip: You can try starting your Sorento with its second key.
What is the immobilizer system on a Kia Sorento?
Kia Sorento: Immobilizer system (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic engine immobilizer system to reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle use. Your immobilizer system is comprised of a small transponder in the ignition key and electronic devices inside the vehicle.
Why is my Sorento engine not cranking at all?
Weak Battery If your Sorento’s engine won’t crank or cranks very slowly, then the most likely culprit is weak or dead 12v battery. Investigating more closely and doing a battery voltage test will clarify whether the starting problem is due to the battery.
Why is my Kia Sedona not starting up?
Many times, the key is the issue, and vehicles with keyless go or push-to-start technology may function properly if the key is inserted (check owners manual for the location of the port). The newest version of the smart key can be used to press the start button, which will allow the vehicle to register the key when the battery is low.
Can a Kia Sorento start without the Immobilizer?
Without a valid ignition key for your vehicle, the engine will not start. Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder and turn it to the ON position. In order to prevent theft of your vehicle, do not leave spare keys anywhere in your vehicle. Your Immobilizer password is a customer unique password and should be kept confidential.
What to do if your Kia Sorento ignition key is invalid?
If the key is determined to be invalid, the engine will not start. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. The immobilizer system activates automatically. Without a valid ignition key for your vehicle, the engine will not start. Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder and turn it to the ON position.
What to do if your Kia Rio won’t start?
If the key is determined to be invalid, the engine will not start. Insert the ignition key into the key cylinder and turn it to the ON position. To activate the immobilizer system: Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. The immobilizer system activates automatically. Without a valid ignition key for your vehicle, the engine will not start.
Many times, the key is the issue, and vehicles with keyless go or push-to-start technology may function properly if the key is inserted (check owners manual for the location of the port). The newest version of the smart key can be used to press the start button, which will allow the vehicle to register the key when the battery is low.