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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
■Unlocking the vehicle
Grab the driver’s door handle:
uThe driver’s door unlocks.
uSome exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Grab the front passenger’s door handle:
uAll the doors unlock.
uSome exterior lights flash twice and the
beeper sounds twice.
Press the trunk release button:
uThe trunk unlocks and opens.
uA beeper will sound.
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Trunk Release Button
1Using the Keyless Access System•Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may
not be able to lock/unlock the doors with the
keyless access remote if it is above or below the
outside handle.•The keyless access remote may not operate if it is
too close to the door and door glass.
If you do not open a door within 30 seconds of
unlocking the vehicle, the doors will automatically
relock.
The light flash, beep and unlock settings can be
customized using the multi-information display.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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Fully insert the key and turn it.■Locking the front doors
Push the lock tab forward
a or push the
master door lock switch in the lock direction
b, and close the door.■Locking the rear doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
■Lockout prevention system
The doors cannot be locked when the keyless access remote is inside the vehicle, and
any door is open.■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door with a key, all the
other doors lock at the same time. When unlocking,
the driver's door unlocks first. Turn the key a second
time within a few seconds to unlock the remaining
doors.
You can customize the door unlock mode setting.
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Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key
1Locking a Door Without Using a Key
When you lock the driver's door, all the other doors
lock at the same time.
Make sure you have the key in your hand before
locking the door to prevent it from being locked in
the vehicle.

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uuOpening and Closing the TrunkuUsing the Trunk Release Button
Controls
■Locking the trunk opener
You can lock the trunk release with the built-
in key.
Using the Trunk Release Button
Push up the release button on the trunk lid
after the doors are unlocked.
Even if the trunk is locked, you can open the
trunk if you carry the keyless access remote.
uA beeper will sound.
1Using the Trunk Release Button•Do not leave the keyless access remote in the
vehicle when you get out. Carry it with you.•A person who is not carrying the keyless access
remote can unlock the trunk if a person who is
carrying it is within range.•Do not leave the keyless access remote inside the
trunk and close the lid. The beeper sounds and the
trunk cannot be closed.
Trunk Release Button

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uuOpening and Closing the TrunkuUsing the Remote Transmitter
Controls
Using the Remote Transmitter
Press the trunk release button for
approximately one second to unlock and open
the trunk.
Trunk Main Switch
The trunk main switch disables the trunk
release button on the remote transmitter and
the trunk release button on the trunk lid to
protect luggage in the trunk.
1.Turn off the trunk main switch in the glove
box.
2.Lock the glove box.
3.Lock the trunk release.2Using the Trunk Opener P. 114
Trunk
Button
1Trunk Main Switch
If you need to give the key to someone else, remove
the built-in key from the keyless access remote by
pressing the release button, and give the remote as a
valet key.
ONOFF
Main Switch

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Security SystemImmobilizer SystemThe immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from
starting the engine. Each key contains electronic transmitters that use electronic
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button:
•Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ENGINE START/
STOP button.
•Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
•Do not bring a key from another vehicle's immobilizer system with the keyless
access remote.Security System AlarmThe security system alarm activates when the trunk, hood, or doors are opened
without the key, remote transmitter, or keyless access system.■When the security system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all of the exterior lights flash.■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remote transmitter or keyless access remote. The
system, along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated.
1Immobilizer SystemNOTICELeaving the keyless access remote in the vehicle can
result in theft or accidental movement of the vehicle.
Always take the ignition key with you whenever you
leave the vehicle unattended.
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.1Security System Alarm
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system deactivates.

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uuSecurity SystemuSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically sets when the following conditions have
been met:
•The power mode is set to VEHICLE OFF (LOCK).
•The hood and trunk are closed.
•All doors are locked from outside with the key, remote transmitter or keyless
access system.■When the security system alarm sets
The security system indicator in the instrument panel blinks. When the blinking
interval changes after about 15 seconds, the security system is set.■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canceled when the vehicle is unlocked using the key or remote
transmitter, or you grab either front door handle while carrying the keyless access
remote. The security system indicator goes off at the same time.
■The panic button on the remote
transmitter
If you press the panic button for
approximately one second, the following will
occur for about 30 seconds:
•The horn sounds.
•Some exterior lights flash.
■Canceling panic mode
Press any button on the remote transmitter, or set the power mode to ON.■Panic Mode
1Security System Alarm
Do not set the security system alarm when someone
is in the vehicle or a window is open. The system can
accidentally activate when:•Unlocking the door with the lock tab.•Opening the trunk with the trunk release or the
emergency trunk opener.
If the battery goes dead after you have set the
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off
once the battery is recharged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the key, remote transmitter,
or keyless access system.
Do not attempt to alter this system or add another
device to it.
PANIC
Button

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uuOpening and Closing the WindowsuOpening/Closing the Power Windows
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Controls
To open: Push the switch down.
To close: Pull the switch up.
Release the switch when the window reaches
the desired position.
To open: Press the UNLOCK button twice
within 10 seconds and hold it down for the
second time. If the windows stop midway,
repeat the procedure.
■Opening/Closing Windows without Auto-Open/Close Function
Close
Open
■Opening Windows and Moonroof with the RemoteUnlock
Button

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Operating the Switches Around the Steering WheelENGINE START/STOP Button■Changing the Power Mode
1ENGINE START/STOP Button
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the keyless access
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the keyless access remote
is close to the door or window, even if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is off, if the engine is running.
If the keyless access remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the TO START, HOLD REMOTE NEAR
START BUTTON message appears on the multi-
information display.
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Operating Range
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in the button is off.
The steering wheel is locked. The
power to all electrical
components is turned off.
Press the button without the shift
lever in
(P.
Shift to (P then press the button.Press the button. Without pressing
the brake pedalACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in the button blinks
(from ON to ACCESSORY).
Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
ON
Indicator in the button is on.
All electrical components can be
used. Indicator