Kia Optima: Disarmed stage - Theft-Alarm System - Driving Your Vehicle - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: Disarmed stage

The alarm will be deactivated when:

✽ NOTICE

If the ignition key is in the ignition switch, the transmitter will not function. Avoid trying to start the engine with the alarm activated.

Withheld alarm
When the alarm is armed, the alarm will not sound if the trunk lid is opened with either the key or the transmitter. However, if the trunk lid is not opened completely within two seconds after unlo ...

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Tire maintenance
In addition to proper inflation, correct wheel alignment helps to decrease tire wear. If you find a tire is worn unevenly, have your dealer check the wheel alignment. When you have new tires ...

Immobilizer system (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an electronic engine immobilizer system to reduce the risk of unauthorized vehicle use. Your immobilizer system is comprised of a small transponder in the ignition ...

Horn
To sound the horn, press the horn symbol on your steering wheel. Check the horn regularly to be sure it operates properly. ✽ NOTICE To sound the horn, press the area indicated by the horn ...

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