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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 or open the trunk when the smart entry
remote battery becomes weak and the power
door lock/unlock operation is disabled.
To remove the built-in key, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push th e built-in key into the
smart entry remote until it clicks.
■Master Keys
1 Key Types and Functions
All the keys have an immobilizer system. The
immobilizer system helps to protect against vehicle
theft. 2 Immobilizer System P. 132
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 th e engine using the smart
entry remote.
2 Remote Engine Start
* P. 425
Models with remote engine starter
Master Key*Smart Entry
Remote*Smart Entry
Remote with
Remote Engine
Starter
*
Built-in Key
Release Knob
* Not available on all models
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLow Smart Entry Remote Signal Strength*
Controls
Low Smart Entry Remo te Signal Strength*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors, opening the trunk, or starting
the engine may be inhibited or operation may be unstable:
• Strong radio waves are being tra nsmitted by nearby equipment.
• You are carrying the smart entry remote together with telecommunications
equipment, laptop computers, ce ll phones, or wireless devices.
• A metallic object is touching or covering the smart entry remote.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 receivi ng strong radio wave s. Avoid placing
it near electrical appliances such as televisions and
personal computers.
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
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.u Some 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.
•After locking the door, wait at least two seconds
before unlocking it by gripping the handle.
•The door might not open if you pull it immediately
after gripping the door handle. Grip the handle
again and confirm that th e 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 the remote transmitter works
varies, the batter y 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. 551
You can customize the door lock mode and keyless
lock acknowledge ment setting.
2 Customized Features P. 103, 297, 315
* Not available on all models
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Controls
■Unlocking the doors
Press the unlock button.
Once: u Some exterior lights flash twice, and the driver’s door unlocks.
Twice: u The remaining doors unlock.1Using the Remote Transmitter
If the distance at which the remote transmitter works
varies, the batter y 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. 551
You can customize the door unlock mode setting. 2 Customized Features P. 103, 297, 315
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uuLocking and Unlocking the Doors uLocking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
Controls
If the smart entry remote battery or the ve hicle battery is dead, use the key instead
of the smart entry remote. 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. u The 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 Key1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors Using a Key
When you lock the driver’s door with a key, all the
other doors lock at the sa me 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. 2 Customized Features P. 103, 297, 315
Lock
Unlock
■Locking a Door Without Using a Key1Locking 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 when you
lock the driver's door, or any of the other doors,
otherwise you may end up lo cking the key inside the
vehicle.
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uuSecurity System uSecurity System Alarm
Controls
■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.
• All doors are locked from outside 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 seconds, the security system is set.
■To cancel the security system alarm
The security system alarm is canceled 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.
1 Security 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.
•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 activate
once the battery is re charged or replaced.
If this occurs, deactivate the security system alarm by
unlocking a door using the ke y or remote transmitter.
Do not attempt to alter th is system or add another
device to it.
Automatic transmission/CVT models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button*
Controls
ENGINE START/STOP Button*
*1 : Except U.S. automatic transmission/CVT models
■Changing the Power Mode1ENGINE START/STOP Button*
ENGINE START/STOP Button Operating Range
You can start the engine when the smart entry
remote is inside the vehicle.
The engine may also run if the smart entry remote is
close to the door or window, ev en if it is outside the
vehicle.
ON mode:
Indicator in the button is of f, if the engine is running.
If the smart entry remote battery is weak, beeper
sounds and the To Start, Hold Remote Near Start
Button message appears on the multi-information
display
*.
2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 570
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating RangeAutomatic Transmission/CVT Manual Transmission
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
Indicator in th e button is off.
The steering wheel is locked
*1.
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 clutch pedal
Without pressing
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
Indicator in the button is on.
Indicator in th
e 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
Indicator
Shift to (
P.
U.S. models
* Not available on all models
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uuOperating the Switches Around the Steering Wheel uENGINE START/STOP Button*
Controls
If you leave the vehicle for 30 to 60 minutes with the shift lever in (P*1 and the
power mode in ACCESSORY, the vehicle automa tically goes into the mode similar to
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK) to avoid draining the battery.
When in this mode:
The steering wheel does not lock.
You cannot lock or unlock doors with th e remote transmitter or the smart entry
system.
Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice to switch the mode to VEHICLE OFF
(LOCK).
If you open the driver’s door when the power mode is set to ACCESSORY, a warning
buzzer sounds.
*1: Automatic transmission/CVT models
■Automatic Power Off
■Power Mode Reminder
1 Changing the Power Mode
If the power mode does not change from VEHICLE
OFF to ACCESSORY, press the ENGINE START/STOP
button while moving the st eering wheel left and
right. The steering wheel will unlock, allowing the
mode to change.
Except U.S. automatic transmission/CVT models
Except U.S. automatic transmission/CVT models
All models
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