Kia Sorento: How to deactivate the smart liftgate with auto open function using the smart key

Door lock button Door unlock button Liftgate release button Panic alarm button Remote engine start button

If you press any remote key fob button during the initial Detect and Alert stage, the Kia Sorento hands-free auto-open sequence halts immediately and deactivates for that cycle.

Familiarize yourself with key fob deactivation controls so you can override automatic opening quickly during unexpected or emergency situations.

NOTE

• Pressing the Door unlock button (2) temporarily cancels the active detection phase. However, if no vehicle doors are opened within 30 seconds, the Kia Sorento security system automatically relocks the vehicle and re-arms the smart liftgate system.

• Holding the Liftgate release button (3) for longer than 1 second overrides the proximity sequence and initiates immediate powered opening of the hatch.

• Pressing the Door lock button (1) or Liftgate release button (3) outside of the active Detect and Alert window will not alter or disarm the stand-by smart liftgate configuration.

• If the auto-open sequence was canceled by pressing a key fob button and opening a side door, you can restore smart liftgate readiness simply by closing and locking all vehicle doors.