Kia Optima: Withheld alarm - Theft-Alarm System - Driving Your Vehicle - Kia Optima MS/Magentis 2000-2005 Owners ManualKia Optima: 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 unlocking with the key or transmitter. Also, if any of the doors or hood is opened while the trunk lid is open and the alarm armed, the alarm will sound.

Alarm stage
The alarm will be activated when: Any door is opened without using the key or the transmitter. The trunk lid is opened without using the key. The engine hood is opened. The alarm will sound ...

Disarmed stage
The alarm will be deactivated when: The “” button on the transmitter is pressed. The ignition switch is in the “ON” position for 30 seconds or more. Unlock or lock the doors with th ...

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Disassembly
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