Kia Carens: Driving your vehicle / Key positions

Before entering vehicle

Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean. Check the condition of the tires. Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks. Be sure there are no obstacles behind y ...

Illuminated ignition switch

Whenever a front door is opened, the ignition switch will be illuminated for your convenience, provided the ignition switch is not in the ON position. The light will go off immediately when the ign ...

Other information:

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Steering Angle Sensor Description and operation

Description The Steering Angle Sensor (SAS) is installed in MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) and it sends messages to HECU through CAN communication line. The SAS is used to determine turning direction and speed of the steering wheel. The HECU uses the signals from th ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Smart key function

1. Door lock 2. Door unlock 3. Tailgate unlock With a smart key, you can lock or unlock a door and tailgate and even start the engine without inserting the key. The functions of the buttons on a smart key are similar to the remote keyless entry. Refer to the “Remote keyless entry” in this cha ...