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This chapter explains how to operate the various controls necessary for driving.
Clock .................................................. 110
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions .................. 112
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength ........................................ 113
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the
Outside .......................................... 114
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Inside ............................................. 118
Childproof Door Locks ..................... 120
Auto Door Locking/Unlocking .......... 121
Opening and Closing the Trunk ....... 122
Security System Immobilizer System .......................... 126
Security System Alarm ...................... 126 Opening and Closing the Windows
.... 129
Opening and Closing the Moonroof *
.. 132
Operating the Switches Around the
Steering WheelPOWER Button................................. 133
Turn Signals ..................................... 136
Light Switches.................................. 136
Daytime Running Lights ................... 139
Wipers and Washers ........................ 140
Brightness Control ........................... 141 Rear Defogger/Heated Door Mirror
Button .......................................... 142
Driving Position Memory System *
.... 143
Adjusting the Steering Wheel........... 145 Adjusting the Mirrors
Interior Rearview Mirror ................... 146
Power Door Mirrors ......................... 147
Adjusting the Seats .......................... 148
Interior Lights/Interior Convenience
Items ................................................ 155
Climate Control System Using Automatic Climate Control .... 165
Synchronized Mode ......................... 167
Automatic Climate Control Sensors ... 168
* Not available on all models
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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following key:Use the smart entry remote to turn on and off
the power system, to lock and unlock the
doors and to open the trunk. You can also use
the smart entry system to lock and unlock the
doors and to open the trunk.
■ Smart entry remote
The built-in key can be used to lock/unlock the
doors when the smart entry remote battery
becomes weak and the power door lock/
unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, pull it out while
sliding the release knob. To reinstall the built-
in key, push the built-in key into the smart
entry remote until it clicks.
■Keys
1Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle theft.2 Immobilizer System P. 126
The keys contain precision electronics.
Adhere to the following advice to prevent damage to the electronics:
• Do not leave the keys in direct sunlight, or in
locations with high temperature or high humidity.
• Do not drop the keys or set heavy objects on them.
• Keep the keys away from liquids.
• Do not take the keys apart except for replacing the
battery.
If the circuits in the keys are damaged, the power
system may not activate, and the remote transmitter may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them
inspected by a dealer.
Built-in Key
Release Knob
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Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
The vehicle transmits radio waves to locate the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to activate the power system.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or activating
the power system may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:•Strong radio waves are being transmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, cell phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.
■Key Number Tag1Key Number Tag
Keep the key number tag separate from the key in a
safe place outside of your vehicle.
If you wish to purchase an additional key, contact a dealer.
If you lose your key and you cannot activate the
power system, contact a dealer.
1Low Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength
Communication between the smart entry remote and
the vehicle consumes the smart entry remote’s battery.
Battery life is about two years, but this varies
depending on regularity of use.
The battery is consumed whenever the smart entry
remote is receiving strong radio waves. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
When you carry the smart entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and open the trunk.
You can lock/unlock the doors within a radius
of about 32 inches (80 cm) of the outside door
handle. You can open the trunk within about
32 inches (80 cm) radius from the trunk
release button.
■ Locking the doors and the trunk
Press the door lock button on the front door.
uSome exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors lock; and the
security system sets.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
Door Lock Button
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
• Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
• Even if you are not carrying the smart entry remote,
you can lock/unlock the doors while someone else
with the remote is within range.
• The door may be unlocked if the door handle is
covered with water in heavy rain or in a car wash if
the smart entry remote is within range.
• If you grip a front door handle wearing gloves, the
door sensor may be slow to respond or may not
respond by unlocking the doors.
• You cannot unlock the door by gripping the handle
after two seconds of unlocking it.
• The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that the door is unlocked before
pulling the handle.
• Even within the 32 inches (80 cm) radius, you may not
be able to lock/unlock the doors with the smart entry
remote if it is above or below the outside handle.
• The smart entry remote may not operate if it is too
close to the door and door glass.
If the distance at which it works varies, the battery is probably low.
If the LED does not come on when you press a
button, the battery is dead. 2 Replacing the Button Battery P. 503
You can customize the door lock mode and keyless
lock acknowledgement setting. 2 Customized Features P. 101, 293
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■ Unlocking the doors and the trunk
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.
2 Using the Trunk Release Button P. 123Trunk Release Button
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System
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. 2 Customized Features P. 101, 293
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Opening and Closing the Trunk
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Trunk ■Opening the trunk
Open the trunk all the way.
uIf it is not fully opened, the trunk lid may begin to close under its own weight.
■ Closing the trunk
Keep the trunk lid closed while driving to:
uAvoid possible damage.uPrevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
2 Exhaust Gas Hazard P. 68
Using the Trunk Opener
Pulling the trunk release to the lower left of
the driver's seat unlocks and opens the trunk.
Trunk
Release
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uuOpening and Closing the TrunkuUsing the Trunk Release Button
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■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 smart entry remote.
uThe beeper will sound.
1Using the Trunk Release Button •Do not leave the smart entry remote in the vehicle
when you get out. Carry it with you.
• A person who is not carrying the smart entry
remote can unlock the trunk if a person who is
carrying it is within range.
• Do not leave the smart entry remote inside the
trunk and close the lid. The beeper sounds and the
trunk cannot be closed.
• Do not carry the smart entry remote near the trunk
lid when closing it.
• Do not place the smart entry remote around the
rear seat when closing the trunk.
Trunk Release Button
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uuOpening and Closing the TrunkuUsing the Remote Transmitter
Controls
Using the Remote TransmitterPress the trunk release button for
approximately one second to unlock and open the trunk.
Trunk Main SwitchThe 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.
2 Using the Trunk Opener P. 122
Trunk Button
1Trunk Main Switch
If you need to give the key to someone else, remove
the built-in key from the smart entry remote by
sliding the release knob, and give the remote as a valet key.
ON
OFF
Main Switch
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