When the headlight(light switch in the headlight or AUTO position) is on and all doors (and tailgate) are locked and closed, the headlight, position light and tail light will come on for 15 seconds if any of the below is performed.
At this time, if you press the door lock button (on the transmitter or smart key), the lights will turn off immediately.
Kia Cee'd JD Service Manual: Hood Assembly Repair procedures
Replacement
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Be careful not to damage the hood and body.
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Kia Cee'd JD Owners Manual: Opening the hood
1. Pull the release lever to unlatch the
hood. The hood should pop open
slightly.
WARNING
Open the hood after turning off the
engine on a flat surface, shifting
the shift lever to the P(Park) position
for automatic transaxle and to
the 1(First) gear or R(Reverse) for
manual transax ...