Kia Sportage: Disarmed stageThe system will be disarmed when the doors (and tailgate) are unlocked with the transmitter (or smart key) or the ignition key.
After depressing the unlock button, the hazard warning lights will blink and the chime will sound twice to indicate that the system is disarmed.
After depressing the unlock button, if any door (or tailgate) is not opened within 30 seconds, the system will be rearmed.
✽ NOTICE
CAUTION - Adjusting alarm system
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.
✽ NOTICE
Malfunctions caused by improper alterations, adjustments or modifications to the theft-alarm system are not covered by your vehicle manufacturer warranty.
Theft-alarm stage
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