Kia Picanto: Features of your vehicle / Theft-alarm system

Kia Picanto JA 2017-2025 Owner's Manual / Features of your vehicle / Theft-alarm system

Vehicles equipped with a theft alarm system will have a label attached to the vehicle with the following words:

1. WARNING

2. SECURITY SYSTEM

This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the car. 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.

Smart key precautions

NOTICE If, for some reason, you happen to lose your smart key, you will not be able to start the engine. Tow the vehicle, if necessary, contact a professional workshop. Kia recommends ...

Armed stage

Using the smart key Park the vehicle and stop the engine. Arm the system as described below. 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Make sure that all doors (and tailgate) and the engine hood are closed ...

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