Kia EV6: Opening and closing / 1. Setting

If you do not intend to open the Kia EV6 liftgate, avoid entering the detection area behind the vehicle. If the hazard lights begin flashing and the chime sounds unintentionally, simply move away from the detection area with the smart key. The liftgate will remain closed.

• Always make sure the Kia EV6 liftgate is securely closed before driving the vehicle.

• Before operating the liftgate, confirm that there are no people, pets, or obstacles near the rear of the vehicle.

• When parked on a slope, ensure that cargo items cannot slide out unexpectedly when the liftgate opens, as this could result in injury.

• Deactivate the Kia EV6 Smart Liftgate with AUTO Open feature before entering an automatic car wash to prevent accidental liftgate activation.

• Keep the smart key away from children. Children playing near the rear of the Kia EV6 could unintentionally activate the liftgate system.

Liftgate Lift

Always close the Kia EV6 liftgate completely before driving. Failure to do so may damage the liftgate gas struts and related hardware components.

• If the door unlock button is pressed, the Kia EV6 Smart Liftgate with AUTO Open feature will deactivate temporarily. However, if no door is opened within 30 seconds, the feature will reactivate automatically.

• If the liftgate unlock/open button is pressed for more than 1 second, the liftgate will immediately open.

• If the door lock button or liftgate open button is pressed while the Detect and Alert stage is inactive, the Smart Liftgate with AUTO Open function will remain active.

• If the Smart Liftgate feature was deactivated using the smart key and a door is later opened, the Kia EV6 Smart Liftgate with AUTO Open function can be restored by closing and locking all doors again.

• The Kia EV6 Smart Liftgate with AUTO Open feature may not operate correctly under the following conditions:

  • The smart key is located near a radio transmitter, airport, or other powerful communication equipment that may interfere with signal transmission.

  • The smart key is close to a mobile phone or portable two-way radio system.

  • Another nearby vehicle is operating a smart key system that interferes with the Kia EV6 smart key signal.

• The detection range of the Kia EV6 Smart Liftgate system may vary depending on the environment, including:

  • When one side of the vehicle is raised for tire replacement or inspection.

  • When the vehicle is parked on uneven ground, steep slopes, gravel surfaces, or unpaved roads.

• In emergency situations, make sure you know the exact location of the Kia EV6 emergency liftgate safety release latch and understand how to operate it correctly if someone becomes trapped inside the luggage area.

• No passengers or animals should ever remain inside the luggage compartment while the vehicle is in operation. The cargo area can become extremely dangerous in the event of sudden braking or a collision.

• Use the emergency release latch strictly for emergency situations and always exercise caution, especially when the Kia EV6 is moving.