Smart Liftgate

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Kia Niro. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

When a user with a valid Smart Key in possession stands in the vicinity of the rear bumper (within LF antenna range) for over 3 seconds, the liftgate is opened.

NOTE:

Function is set through the User Setting Mode (USM) in the Cluster.

Rear bumper antenna detects valid Smart Key in the vicinity.
When a valid Smart Key enters the rear bumper antenna range, alert buzzer and hazard lamp is activated 1 time to acknowledge detection.
NOTE:
- Smart Key Unit can detect a Smart Key within 0.7 - 1 m of the rear bumper.
- If the Smart Key stays inside the detection range, alert buzzer and hazard lamp is activated 1 time every second throughout the duration of the Smart Key remaining in the detection range.
If the Smart Key remains in the rear bumper detection range (antenna range) for over 3 seconds, alert buzzer and hazard lamp is activated 2 times and the liftgate is opened.