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Controls
Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions 
This vehicle comes with the following keys: 
Use the key to start and stop the engine, to lock and unlock the doors and to open  
the trunk. You can also use the remote transmitter or smart entry system*
 to lock 
and unlock the doors and to open the trunk.
■ Smart entry remote *
The built-in key can be us ed to lock/unlock the 
doors when the smart entry remote battery becomes weak and th e 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. 136
The keys contain precision electronics. 
Adhere to the following advi ce 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 engine 
may not start, and the remote transmitter may not 
work. 
If the keys do not work properly, have them 
inspected by a dealer. 
You can remotely start the  engine using the remote 
engine start.
2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle  
Feedback  P. 390
Models with remote engine starter
Ignition key with  
remote transmitterSmart entry remote with  
remote engine starter
Built-in Key
Release Knob
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the DoorsuLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
Fully insert the key and turn it. ■Locking the driver’s door
Push the lock tab forward 
a or push the 
master door lock switch in the lock direction 
b, and close the door.
uThe doors cannot be locked when the  
key is in the ignition switch *1
, or the 
smart entry remote is inside the vehicle.
■ Locking the passenger’s doors
Push the lock tab forward and close the door.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key1Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key 
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, the  
passenger’s door locks 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  
passenger’s door. 
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features  P. 292
Models with Display Audio
Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking a Door Without Using a Key 
When you lock the driv er’s door, the passenger’s 
door locks 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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Customizing the Auto Door Locking/Unlocking Setting
You can customize the auto door locking/unlocking setting  to your liking using the master door lock switch.
■ Auto door locking
■ Auto door unlocking
*1:Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Default setting
■List of the Auto Door Locking/ Unlocking Customizable Options
ModeDescription
Drive Lock Mode*2Both doors lock when the vehicle’s 
speed reaches about 10 mph (15 km/h).
OffThe auto door locking is deactivated all the time.
ModeDescription
Driver's Door Open  
Mode*2Both doors unlock when the driver’s door is opened.
Park Unlock Mode
Both doors unlock when the 
shift lever is moved into (P with the brake pedal depressed.
OffThe auto door unlocking is  deactivated all the time.
Models with  
continuously variable  
transmission
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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Default setting
■Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking Options
StepsDrive Lock Mode *2Off
1
Apply the parking brake. 
Move the shift lever out of 
(P
.
Apply the parking brake. 
Move the shift lever to 
(P.
2Close the driver’s door.Open the driver’s door.
3Turn the ignition switch to ON (w*1
.Turn the ignition switch to ON (w *1
.
4
Press and hold the right side of the master  door lock switch on the driver’s door 
for more than five seconds. Release th e switch after you hear a click twice.Press and hold the right side of the master door  
lock switch on the driver’s door for more than 
five seconds. Release the switch after you hear  
one click.
5Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q*1
 within 20 seconds.
uCustomization is completed.
Models with continuously variable transmissionModels with continuously variable transmission
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*1:Models with the smart entry system have an ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
*2:Default setting
■Customizing Flow for Auto Door Unlocking Options
StepsDriver's Door Open Mode *2Park Unlock ModeOff
1
Apply the parking brake. 
Move the shift lever out of 
(P
.
Apply the parking brake. 
Move the shift lever to 
(P.
Apply the parking brake. 
Move the shift lever to 
(P.
2Close the driver’s door.Open the driver’s door.
3Turn the ignition switch to ON (w *1
.Turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w *1
.
4
Press and hold the left side of the master door lock switch on  the driver’s door for more than five seconds. Release the switch  
after you hear a click twice.
5Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (q *1
 within 20 seconds.
uCustomization is completed.
Models with continuously variable transmission
Models with continuously variable transmissionModels with continuously variable  
transmission
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Security System
Immobilizer System 
The immobilizer system prevents a key that has not been pre-registered from 
starting the engine. Each key contains el ectronic transmitters that use electronic 
signals to verify the key. 
Pay attention to the following when inserti ng the key into the ignition switch or 
pressing the  ENGINE START/STOP  button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong radio waves near the ignition switch or the  
ENGINE START/STOP  button.
• Make sure the key is not covered by or touching a metal object.
• Do not bring a key from anot her vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition 
switch or the  ENGINE START/STOP  button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items.  Electronic devices, such as a television 
set and audio system are strongly magneti c, or a key chain can become magnetic, 
too.
Security System Alarm 
The security system alarm activates wh en the trunk, hood or doors are forcibly 
opened. The alarm does not go off if the trunk or doors are opened with the key,  
remote transmitter or smart entry system. 
However, the alarm goes off when a door  is opened with the key, then the shift 
lever is moved out of 
(P  (continuously variable transmission models) or the hood is 
opened before the ignition  switch is turned to ON (w*1
.
■ When the security sy stem alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and all the exterior lights flash. ■ To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote transmi tter, or smart entry system. The system, 
along with the horn and flashing lights, is deactivated. 
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1Security System 
Do not alter the system or  add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your  
vehicle inoperable.
1Immobilizer System
NOTICE
Leaving the key in the vehicl e can result in theft or 
accidental movement of the vehicle.  
Always take the key with you whenever you leave the  
vehicle unattended. 
Canadian models only:  Apply and hold the brake 
pedal before turning the vehicle on the first time after  
the battery has been disconnected.
1Security System Alarm 
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two  
minutes until the security system deactivates.
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■Setting the security system alarm
The security system alarm automatically  sets when the following conditions have 
been met: • The ignition switch is in LOCK 
(0 *1
, and the key has been removed from the 
ignition switch.
• The hood and trunk are closed.
• Both doors are locked with the key,  the remote transmitter, or smart entry 
system.
■ When the security system alarm sets
The security system alarm  indicator in the instrument  panel blinks. When the 
blinking interval changes after about 15 se conds, the security system alarm is set.
■ To cancel the security system alarm
The security system is canc eled when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote 
transmitter, smart entry system, or th e ignition switch is turned to ON 
(w*1
. The 
security system indicator go es off at the same time.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
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 th e trunk release button on 
the driver’s door or the emergency trunk opener.
• Opening the hood with the hood release.
• Moving the shift lever out of 
(P .
If the battery goes dead after you have set the  
security system alarm, the security alarm may go off  once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by  
unlocking a door using th e remote transmitter.
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■The panic button on the remote  
transmitter
If you press the panic button for  
approximately one seco nd, 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 turn the ignition switch to ON 
(w*1
.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
■Panic Mode
Panic Button
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