Kia Optima: Features of your vehicle / Smart key

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Owner's Manual / Features of your vehicle / Smart key

Record your key number

The key code number is stamped on the bar code tag attached to the key set. Should you lose your keys, this number will enable an authorized Kia dealer to duplicate the keys easily. Remove the bar code tag and store it in a safe place. Also, record the code number and keep it in a safe and handy place, but not in the vehicle.

Limp home (override) procedure

When you turn the ignition switch to the ON position, if the immobilizer indicator () goes off after blinking 5 times, your transponder equipped in the ignition key is out of order. You cannot sta ...

Smart key function

To remove the mechanical key, press and hold the release button(1) and remove the mechanical key (2). To reinstall the mechanical key, put the key into the hole and push it until a click sound ...

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Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Service and Repair Manual: Emergency Signal System

Description and operation Description Introduction of quick brake warning system (ESS) In case of quick brake by driver, the brake lamp or turn signal is blinked to warn against the vehicle at rear. 1. Basic function (Blinking the brake lamp/emergency lamp) ...

Kia Optima DL3 2019-2024 Service and Repair Manual: Inhibitor Switch

Specifications Specification Item Specification Power supply (V) 4.5 - 5.5 V Output type Shifting range (P/R/N/D) Non-contact(2 channel PWM signal) Start, Back-up lamp ...