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SPA2411
*A
Intelligent Key system warning light
*B
P position selecting warning light
WARNING LIGHTS AND AUDIBLE
REMINDERSThe Intelligent Key system is equipped with a
function that is designed to minimize improper
operations and to help prevent the vehicle from
being stolen. The warning buzzer sounds and
the warning light illuminates when improper
operations are detected.
CAUTION
When the buzzer sounds and the warn-
ing light illuminates, be sure to check
both the vehicle and the Intelligent Key.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When pushing the request switch The outside buzzer sounds for approximately 2
seconds. The doors cannot be locked.Take out the Intelligent Key from the vehicle
and push the request switch.
Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position and push the request switch while
carrying the Intelligent Key with you.
Close all the doors securely and push the
request switch while carrying the Intelligent
Key with you.
When closing the doors The outside buzzer sounds for approximately
10 seconds.
The ignition switch is not turned to the
LOCK position.Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
The Intelligent Key system warning light in the
instrument panel blinks in red and the outside
buzzer sounds 3 times. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
The outside buzzer sounds for approximately 3
seconds and all doors unlock. The Intelligent Key has been left in the
vehicle.Carry the Intelligent Key from the vehicle
and close the door.
When opening the driver’s door A warning chime sounds continuously. The ignition switch is not in the LOCK
position, or the mechanical key is
inserted into the ignition switch.Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
Remove the mechanical key from the igni-
tion switch.
When stopping the engine The P position selecting warning light in the
instrument panel blinks in red. The selector lever is not in the P (Park)
position.Shift the selector lever to the P (Park)
position.
When turning the ignition switch A warning chime sounds continuously. The ignition switch is not turned to the
LOCK position.Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position.
When starting the engine The Intelligent Key system warning light in the
instrument panel blinks in green. The battery charge is low.Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“BATTERY REPLACEMENT” in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
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SymptomPossible causeAction to take
When pushing the ignition switch The Intelligent Key system warning light in the
instrument panel illuminates in red. The Intelligent Key is not in the vehicle.If the key warning light illuminates in red
even while you are carrying the Intelligent
Key, the battery is completely discharged.
Replace the battery with a new one. (See
“BATTERY REPLACEMENT” in the “8.
Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section.)
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HOW TO USE REMOTE KEYLESS
ENTRY FUNCTION
WARNING
.Radio waves could adversely affect
electric medical equipment. Those
who use a pacemaker should con-
tact the electric medical equipment
manufacturer for the possible influ-
ences before use.
. The Intelligent Key transmits radio
waves when the buttons are
pushed. The FAA advises that the
radio waves may affect aircraft na-
vigation and communication sys-
tems. Do not operate the
Intelligent Key while on an airplane.
Makesurethebuttonsarenot
operated unintentionally when the
unit is stored during a flight.
CAUTION
.Do not allow the Intelligent Key,
which contains electrical compo-
nents, to come into contact with
water or salt water. This could affect
the system function. .
Do not drop the Intelligent Key.
. Do not strike the Intelligent Key
sharply against another object.
. Do not change or modify the Intel-
ligent Key.
. Wetting may damage the Intelligent
Key. If the Intelligent Key gets wet,
immediately wipe until it is comple-
tely dry.
. Do not place the Intelligent Key for
an extended period in an area where
temperatures exceed 140 8F (60 8C) .
. Do not attach the Intelligent Key
with a key holder that contains a
magnet.
. Do not place the Intelligent Key near
equipment that produces a mag-
netic field, such as a TV, audio
equipment, personal computers or
cellular phone.
The remote keyless entry function can operate
all door locks using the remote keyless entry
function of the Intelligent Key. The remote
keyless entry function can operate at a distance
of approximately 33 ft (10 m) from the vehicle.
(The operating distance depends upon the
conditions around the vehicle.) The remote keyless entry function will not
operate:
.
When the Intelligent Key is not within the
operational range.
. When the doors are open or not closed
securely.
. When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged.
The remote keyless entry function can also
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SPA2252
*1
LOCK button
*2
UNLOCK button
*3
PANIC button
When you lock or unlock the doors, the hazard
indicator will flash and the horn (or the outside
chime) will sound as a confirmation. For details,
see “Setting hazard indicator and horn mode”
later in this section.Locking doors1. TurntheignitionswitchtotheLOCKposition.*1
2. Carry the Intelligent Key with you.
3. Close all the doors.*2 4. Push the LOCK
button
*1
on the
Intelligent Key.
5. All the doors and the lift gate will lock.
6. The hazard indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
*1: Doors will lock with the Intelligent Key while the ignition switch is in the ACC or ON
position.
*2: Doors will not lock with the Intelligent Key while any door is open.
Operate the door handles to confirm that the
doors have been securely locked.
Unlocking doors1. Push the UNLOCK
button
*2
on the
Intelligent Key.
2. The hazard indicator flashes once. The driver’s door will unlock.
3. Push the UNLOCK
button again within
5 seconds.
4. The hazard indicator flashes once. All the doors and the lift gate will unlock.
All doors will be locked automatically unless one
of the following operations is performed within 1
minute after pushing the UNLOCK
button
while the doors are locked. .
Opening any doors.
. Pushing the ignition switch.
. Inserting the mechanical key into the ignition
switch.
During this 1-minute time period, if the UNLOCK
button is pushed, all doors will be locked
automatically after another 1 minute.
Using panic alarmIf you are near your vehicle and feel threatened,
you may activate the alarm to call attention as
follows:
1. Push the PANIC
button
*3
on the
Intelligent Key for more than 1 second.
2. The theft warning alarm and headlights will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when: .It has run for 25 seconds, or
. Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key
is pushed. (Note: PANIC button must be
pushed for more than 1 second.)
Setting hazard indicator and horn modeThis vehicle is set in hazard indicator and horn
mode when you first receive the vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when the
LOCK
button
*1
is pushed, the hazard
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indicator flashes twice and the horn chirps once.
When the UNLOCK
button
*2
is pushed,
the hazard indicator flashes once.
If horns are not necessary, the system can be
switched to the hazard indicator mode.
In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indicator flashes
twice. When the UNLOCK
button is
pushed, neither the hazard indicator nor the
horn operates. Hazard indicator and horn mode:
Operation
DOOR LOCK
DOOR UNLOCK
Pushing door handle request switch
or lift gate request switch HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME -
twice
HAZARD -
once
OUTSIDE CHIME -
once
Pushing
or
button
HAZARD -
twice
HORN -
once
HAZARD -
once
HORN - none
Hazard indicator mode:
Operation
DOOR LOCK
DOOR UNLOCK
Pushing door handle request switch
or lift gate request switch HAZARD -
twice
HAZARD - none
Pushing
or
button HAZARD -
twice
HAZARD - none
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Switching procedure:
To switch the hazard indicator and horn opera-
tion, push the LOCK
*1
and UNLOCK
*2
buttons on the Intelligent Key simulta-
neously for more than 2 seconds.
. When the hazard indicator mode is set, the
hazard indicator flashes 3 times.
. When the hazard indicator and horn mode is
set, the hazard indicator flashes once and
the horn chirps once.
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WARNING
.Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the
hood to fly open and result in an
accident.
. If you see steam or smoke coming
from the engine compartment, to
avoid injury do not open the hood.
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When opening the hood:
1. Pull the hood release handle
*1
located
below the instrument panel; the hood will
then spring up slightly.
2. Pull the lever
*2
up at the front of the hood
with your fingertips.
3. Raise the hood.
4. Remove the support rod from the hood and insert it into the slot
*3.
Hold the coated part
*A
when removing or
resetting the support rod. Avoid direct
contact with the metal parts, as they may
be hot immediately after the engine has been stopped.
When closing the hood:
1. Return the support rod to its original
position.
2. Slowly move the hood down to latch the lock.
3. Push the hood down to lock the hood securely into place.
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