At Kia of Port Charlotte, we strive to help you best understand your Kia so you can take full advantage of its many features and functions on the Englewood roads. If you drive a new Kia vehicle, chances are you own a Kia key fob, which allows you to remotely lock, unlock, panic, and activate your vehicle’s trunk or liftgate. The Kia key fob also has a mechanical key stored inside it so you’ll always have a backup, and if you’re wondering how to open the Kia key fob, it’s easy! The service team at Kia of Port Charlotte has all the best tips and tricks for Kia key fob programming in the guide below. So if you find yourself asking “how do I use my key fob” or “do Kia keys have chips,” read on!
Lock/Unlock
The simplest and most essential function of your Kia key fob programming is to lock and unlock your vehicle. The lock button can either lock all your vehicle’s doors from a distance or set your vehicle’s alarm system if you press the button twice within two seconds. This will be confirmed by the sound of the horn. Likewise, pressing the unlock button once will unlock the driver’s side door, while pressing it twice will unlock all your vehicle’s doors.
Trunk/Liftgate
Kia vehicles are designed to maximize interior space, whether you’re storing your cargo in a separate trunk or in the space behind the rear seats. The Kia key fob comes with important functions that allow you to remotely control your car’s trunk or liftgate:
- If your Kia has a manual trunk or liftgate, holding the trunk button on your Kia key fob will unlock the trunk so you can open it.
- If your Kia has a power trunk or liftgate, pressing the button will automatically open up the trunk or liftgate. If you press the button again, it will stop the trunk.
Panic Alarm
If you need help quickly and want to activate your Kia’s built-in alarm system, press and hold the panic button on your Kia key fob for more than a half-second to alert those nearby. Pressing and holding the button again will turn off the alarm system.
Hands-Free Lock/Unlock
The Kia key fob programming also allows for a handy hidden feature! If your Kia key fob is on your person or in close proximity to the vehicle’s door, all you have to do is place your thumb on the handle to lock or unlock it! This is a great time-saver if you’re on the go around North Port and don’t want to bother digging out your key.
Low Kia Key Fob Battery
The Kia key fob is battery-powered, and like any other device, the battery will eventually run out and need to be replaced. Luckily, you can always use the mechanical key tucked away inside the key fob–if you want to know how to open the Kia key fob, just contact our service team and we’ll help you out! If you notice that your Kia key fob battery is running out, just hold it to the remote start button and push the start button with the key fob to fire up the engine. If you need a Kia key fob battery replacement, our service department or parts department can take care of everything.
Get Help with Your Key Fob at Kia of Port Charlotte
If you’re in need of a Kia key fob battery replacement, go ahead and schedule a service appointment on our website! We’ll take care of everything and get you back on the Venice roads in no time. You can also contact us or stop by our service center with any questions, or to learn more about how to keep your Kia running in top condition.
