Kia Rio: Door locks / Impact sensing door unlock system, Auto door lock/unlock feature, Speed sensing door lock system
Impact sensing door unlock system (if equipped)
All doors will automatically unlock when an impact causes the air bags to deploy.
Auto door lock/unlock feature (if equipped)
• All doors will automatically lock when the transmission shift lever is shifted out of P (Park). • All doors will automatically unlock when the transmission shift lever is shifted into P (Park).
Speed sensing door lock system (if equipped)
All doors will be automatically locked after the vehicle speed exceeds 15 km/h (9 mph). And all doors will be automatically unlocked when you turn the engine off or when you remove the ignition key.
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 transmission 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.
With central door lock switch (if equipped)
■ Driver's door
■ Passenger’s door
Operate by pressing the central door lock switch.
Press the switch to the “Lock” position (1), all vehicle doors will lock.
Press the switch to ...
Child-protector rear door lock
The child safety lock is provided to help prevent children from accidentally
opening the rear doors from inside the vehicle. The rear door safety locks should
be used whenever children are in th ...
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