How do I turn off the alarm on my Kia Optima?
If the system is not disarmed with the transmitter, insert the key into the ignition switch, turn the ignition switch to the ON position and wait for 30 seconds. Then the system will be disarmed. If you lose your keys, consult your authorized Kia dealer.
Does Kia Optima have alarm?
Kia Optima: Theft-alarm system. This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the car. If triggered, the system provides an audible alarm with blinking of the hazard warning lights.
How do you get the trunk out of the back seat in a Kia Optima?
To fold the rear seatback :
- Set the front seatback to the upright position and if necessary slide the front seat forward.
- Lower the rear headrest to the lowest position.
- Open the trunk.
- Pull out the lock release knob (1).
- Fold the seatback forward and down firmly.
What is an automatic car alarm?
Active and Passive Car Alarms This is an alarm system that will turn on automatically. After you turn off the ignition to your vehicle and all of the doors are closed, the passive alarm will set itself. As the driver, you will not have to do anything to turn the alarm on.
How long does the Kia Optima theft alarm last?
The horn will sound and the hazard warning lights will blink continuously for approximately 27 seconds, and repeat the horn 2 times unless the system is disarmed. To turn off the system, unlock the doors with the ignition key or transmitter. The system will be disarmed when:
What to do if your Kia Optima is stolen?
1. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch and exit the vehicle. 2. Make sure that all doors (and trunk lid) and the engine hood are closed and latched. 3. Lock the doors using the transmitter of the keyless entry system.
Why is there no alarm on my Kia?
Dealer had car all day for testing to ensure alarm was fixed, so this is why your dealer wants it all day I suspect. Only by disabling internal sensors can I guarantee no alarm, so it’s definitely the internal sensors. Booked in next week and so will report back then.
What do you need to know about Kia Optima?
• A front or rear door is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key) or ignition key. • The tailgate is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key) or ignition key. • The engine hood is opened.
How does the theft alarm work on a Kia Optima?
This system is operated in three stages: the first is the “Armed” stage, the second is the “Theft-alarm” stage, and the third is the “Disarmed” stage. If triggered, the system provides an audible alarm with blinking of the hazard warning lights. Park the car and stop the engine.
• A front or rear door is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key) or ignition key. • The tailgate is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key) or ignition key. • The engine hood is opened.
What to do if you lose your Kia keys?
If you lose your keys, consult your authorized KIA dealer. Do not change, alter or adjust the theft-alarm system because it could cause the theft-alarm system to malfunction and should only be serviced by an authorized KIA dealer.
How to arm your car theft alarm system?
Arm the system as described below. 1. Remove the ignition key from the ignition switch and exit the vehicle. 2. Make sure that all doors (and tailgate) and engine hood are closed and latched. 3. Lock the doors using the transmitter of the keyless entry system (or smart key) or ignition key.