Kia Sportage: Theft-Alarm System

The theft-alarm system sounds an audible warning and flashes the hazard warning lights when triggered. It operates in three stages.

Armed Stage

Operation

1. Lock the doors using the lock button on the key or the button on the door handle.

2. The hazard warning lights flash once to confirm that the theft-alarm system is armed.

3. If any door is still open, the chime sounds for approximately three seconds.

Arming Conditions

• The system arms 30 seconds after all doors have been closed and locked.

• For vehicles with an ignition switch, the mechanical key must be removed from the switch.

• For vehicles with an ENGINE START/STOP button, the button must be in the OFF position.

Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection (UIP) (If Equipped)

Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection detects movement inside the passenger compartment after the Kia Sportage has been locked and provides an alert if movement is detected.

Operation

• On the infotainment system screen, select Settings > Vehicle > Convenience > Advanced anti-theft.

Theft-Alarm Stage

Operation

1. The horn sounds.

2. The hazard warning lights flash continuously for approximately 30 seconds.

3. Unlock the doors with the key to switch off the alarm.

Alarm Trigger Conditions

• When Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection (UIP) is off:

  • A front or rear door is opened without using the smart key or remote key.

  • The tailgate is opened without using the smart key or remote key.

  • The bonnet is opened.

• When Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection (UIP) is on:

  • A passenger moves inside the vehicle.

  • The vehicle’s inclination changes beyond the system’s detection threshold.

  • A front or rear door is opened without using the smart key or remote key.

  • The tailgate is opened without using the smart key or remote key.

  • The bonnet is closed.

Disarmed Stage

Operation

1. When the doors are unlocked, the hazard warning lights flash twice to indicate that the theft-alarm system is disarmed.

2. After you press the unlock button, the system rearms if you do not open a door or the tailgate within 30 seconds.

Disarming Conditions

• The door unlock button is pressed.

• The engine is started.

• For vehicles with a remote key, the vehicle remains in the ON position for approximately 30 seconds.

• For vehicles with a smart key, the button on the outside door handle is pressed.

CAUTION

• Do not modify the theft-alarm system or install additional devices. Electrical problems could result and may prevent the Kia Sportage from operating.

• Do not change, alter or adjust the system. These actions may cause it to malfunction. Have the system inspected by a professional workshop; Kia recommends an authorised Kia dealer or service partner.

• Malfunctions caused by improper alterations, adjustments or modifications to the theft-alarm system are not covered by the vehicle manufacturer’s warranty.

• Do not activate Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection when an external influence could tilt or move the vehicle, such as while travelling on a ferry or using a tower car park. Movement of the vehicle may trigger the siren unintentionally.

• Close all windows while Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection is active. Air movement or an insect entering through an open window may be detected as movement inside the vehicle and trigger the siren.

• Do not stack boxes high inside the vehicle. They may block the system from detecting movement behind them, and a falling box may trigger the siren.

• Keep the Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection sensor clean. Foreign substances such as cosmetics, spray air freshener or spray window cleaner may prevent it from operating normally.

NOTE

Ultrasonic Intrusion Protection switches to the ON position each time the vehicle is started.

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