Kia Optima: Features of your vehicle / Door locks

Theft-alarm stage, Disarmed stage

Theft-alarm stage The alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is armed. A front or rear door is opened without using the ignition key or transmitter (or smart ...

Operating door locks from outside the vehicle

To remove the cover (For Type C): 1. Pull out the door handle. 2. Press the lever (3) located inside the bottom part of the cover with a key or flat-head screwdriver. 3. Push out the cover whil ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: Warning message and warning light

When the sensor is blocked with dirt, snow, or debris, the FCA system operation may stop temporarily. If this occurs, a warning message will appear on the LCD display. The system will operate normally when such dirt, snow or debris is removed. However, the FCA system may not properly operate ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual: Immobilizer system

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. With the immobilizer system, whenever you insert your ...