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

This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the
vehicle. 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.
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 smart key
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Park the vehicle and stop the engine. 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 trunk) and engine ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Removal
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In order to remove the front glass, use the tools shown in the
following figure:
[Tooling Diagram]
① Square wire
② Insert-typ ...
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 smart key
and electronic devices inside the vehicle.
With the immobilizer system, whenever you turn the engin ...