Kia Optima: Speed sensing door lock system (if equipped)
All doors will be automatically locked after the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h (9.3 mi/h). And all doors will be automatically unlocked when you turn the engine off or when you remove the ignition key. (if equipped)
✽ NOTICE
An authorized Kia dealer can activate or deactivate some auto door lock/ unlock features as follows;
- Auto door unlock by using the driver's door lock button
- Auto door lock/unlock by shifting the transaxle shift lever out of P (Park) or into P (Park)
- Auto door unlock when the ignition key is removed from the ignition switch (for smart key, when the ENGINE START/STOP button is turned to the OFF position)
If you want to activate or deactivate some door lock/unlock feature, consult an authorized Kia dealer.
Auto door lock/unlock feature (if equipped)
All doors will automatically lock when the transaxle shift lever is shifted
out of P (Park).
All doors will automatically unlock when the transaxle shift lever is
shifted into P (Park).
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Child-protector rear door lock
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opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. The rear door safety locks should
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