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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:
Use the keys to start and stop the engine, and to lock and unlock the doors and
hatch. You can also use the remote transmitter to lock and unlock the doors and
hatch.
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, slide the release
knob and then pull out the key. To reinstall
the built-in key, push the built-in key into the
smart entry remote until it clicks.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. 168
Follow the advice below to prevent damage to the
keys:
•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, dust and sand.
•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 with remote engine starter. 2 Remote Engine Start with Vehicle
Feedback
* P. 454
Models with remote engine starter
■Built-in Key*
Ignition key with
remote transmitterSmart entry remoteSmart entry remote with
remote engine starter
Built-in Key
Release Knob
* Not available on all models
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Controls
Contains a number that you will need if you
purchase a replacement key.
Low Smart Entry Remo te Signal Strength*
The vehicle transmits radio waves to loca te the smart entry remote when locking/
unlocking the doors and hatch, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors and hatch, 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.
■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 start the engine,
contact a dealer.
1 Low 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 re gularity 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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Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
When you carry the sm art entry remote, you
can lock/unlock the doors and hatch.
You can lock/unlock the doors and hatch
within a radius of about 32 inches (80 cm) of
the outside door handle or hatch release
button.
■Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*1 Locking/Unlocking the Doors from the Outside
If the interior light switch is in the door activated
position, the interior light comes on when you unlock
the doors.
No doors opened: The li ght fades out after 30
seconds.
Doors relocked: The light goes off immediately.
2 Interior Lights P. 204
1Using the Smart Entry with Push Button Start System*
If you do not open a door or the hatch within 30
seconds of unlocking the vehicle with the smart entry
system, the doors and hatch will automatically relock.
You can lock or unlock doors using the smart entry
system only when the power mode is in VEHICLE OFF.
* Not available on all models
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■Locking the doors and hatch
Press the door lock button on the front door
or on the hatch.u Some exterior lights flash; the beeper
sounds; all the doors and hatch lock; and
the security system sets.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 and hatch 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, you have up to two seconds
during which you can pull the door handle to
confirm whether the door is locked. If you need to
unlock the door immediately after locking it, wait
at least two seconds befo re gripping the handle,
otherwise the door will not unlock.
•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 and hatch
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.
The light flash, beep and door unlock mode settings
can be customized using the audio/information
screen or driver information interface.
2 Customized Features P. 133, 348
Door Lock Button
Lock Button
* Not available on all models
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Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when the hatch, hood or doors are forcibly
opened. The alarm does not activate if the hatch or doors are opened with the key,
remote transmitter or smart entry system
*.
However, the alarm activates if a door is opened with the key and then the
transmission is taken 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 system alarm activates
The horn sounds intermittently and some exterior lights flash.
■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the key, remo te transmitter or smart entry system*, or the
ignition switch is turned to ON
(w*1. 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.
1 Security System Alarm
Do not alter the system or add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your
vehicle inoperable.
The security alarm continues for a maximum of two
minutes until the security system alarm deactivates.
* Not available on all models
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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 is closed.
• All doors and the hatch are locked from outside with the key, 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 alarm 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 the ignition swit ch is turned to ON (w*1. The
security system alarm indicator goes 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 hood with the hood release.
•Taking the transmission 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 the key, remote transmitter or
smart entry system
*.
Continuously variable transmission models
* Not available on all models
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■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 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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ENGINE START/STOP Button*
*1:Canadian models and 2.0 L engine models
*2:Except Canadian 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:
The button is on (in red), if the engine is running.
If the battery of the smar t entry remote is getting
low, the engine may not start when you press the
ENGINE START/STOP button. If the engine does not
start, refer to the following link. 2 If the Smart Entry Remote Battery is Weak
P. 653
Do not leave the power mode in ACCESSORY or ON
when you get out.
Operating RangeContinuously Variable Transmission Manual Transmission
VEHICLE OFF (LOCK)
The 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.
Press the button with the
shift lever in
( P. Press the button.
Without pressing
the clutch pedal
Without pressing
the brake pedal ACCESSORY
The button blinks (in red).
Operate the audio system and
other accessories in this position.
ON
The button blinks (in red).
All electrical components can be
used.
Shift to (P*2.
*2
* Not available on all models
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