SMART POWER LIFTGATE*

When the Smart Key fob is on your person and you are within close proximity to the back of the vehicle, the hazard lights will blink and a chime will sound for about 3 seconds as an alert that the Smart Power Liftgate is about to open. Then the alert system will blink and chime two additional times before opening the Smart Power Liftgate. 

The Smart Power Liftgate feature is off by default. To enable the Smart Power Liftgate, go to Vehicle Settings in the Infotainment System. Press the SETUP key or onscreen button, then Vehicle. Select Door, then Smart Liftgate.

Quick Tips:

  • During the Smart Power Liftgate alert, the Smart Power Liftgate can be deactivated with the Smart Key by pressing any button on the key fob 
  • The open height can be adjusted. For information on how to set the open height, see your Owner’s Manual

Reminders:

  • All doors are closed and locked after about 15 seconds for the system to operate
  • The Smart Power Liftgate feature will not operate when:
    — The doors are recently closed and locked, and the Smart Key is still detected after 15 seconds near the vehicle or within 60 inches of the door handles
    — A door is not locked or closed
    — The Smart Key is in the vehicle
  • Press any button on the Smart Key fob during the Detect and Alert stage to deactivate the Smart Power Liftgate function
  • Ensure obstacles and people are out of the way of the liftgate

*See LEGAL page for legal information. This feature may not be available on all Kia models. 

Refer to section 4 in the Owner’s Manual for more information. Button configuration may vary. Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation.

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