Kia Rio: Features of your vehicle / Theft-alarm system

This system is designed to provide protection from unauthorized entry into the
vehicle. This system is operated in three stages: the first is the "Armed" stage,
the second is the "Theft-alarm" stage, and the third is the "Disarmed" stage. If
triggered, the system provides an audible alarm with blinking of the hazard warning
lights.
When you turn the ignition switch to the ON position, if the immobilizer indicator
() goes off after blinking 5 times,
your transponder equipped in the ignition key is out of order. You cannot sta ...
Using the smart key
Park the vehicle and stop the engine. Arm the system as described below.
1.Turn off the engine.
2.Make sure that all doors (and liftgate) and the engine hood are closed and
la ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
Vapor hose
1.
Check all the clamps for tightness and the connections for leakage.
2.
Visually check the vapor lines and hoses for cracks, leaks, loose connections,
or deformation.
Fuel filler cap
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Description and operation
Description
The ambient temperature sensor is located at the front of the condenser and detects
ambient air temperature. It is a negative type thermistor; resistance will increase
with lower temperature, and decrease with higher temperature.
The sensor o ...