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Locking and Unlocking the Doors
Key Types and Functions
This vehicle comes with the following keys:Use the smart entry remote to start and stop 
the engine, and to lock and unlock all the 
doors and tailgate. You can also use the smart 
entry system to lock and unlock the doors and 
tailgate.
Use the key to start and stop the engine, and 
to lock and unlock all the doors and tailgate. 
You can also use the re mote transmitter to 
lock and unlock the doors and tailgate.
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, 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.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. 157
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/smart entry 
system
* may not work.
If the keys do not work properly, have them 
inspected by a dealer.
Ignition Key 
with Remote 
Transmitter
*
Smart 
Entry 
Remote
*
Models with smart entry system
Models without smart entry system
■Built-in Key*
Release Knob
Built-in Key
* Not available on all models
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Contains a number that  you will need if you 
purchase a replacement key.
■Key Number Tag1 Key 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.
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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 and tailgate, or to start the engine.
In the following cases, locking/unlocking the doors and tailgate, 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
*1 : Default setting
*2 : Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Customizing Flow for Auto Door Locking Options
StepsDrive Lock Mode*1Off
1Apply the parking brake.
2The driver’s door must be closed at this stage.Open the driver’s door.
3Turn the ignition switch to ON (w*2.
4
Press and hold the front of the master door  lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click more than five seconds elapsed. 
Release the switch.
5
Turn the ignition  switch to OFF (0 within 20 seconds*2.
u Customization is completed.
u All doors unlock and all turn signals blink three times.
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*1 : Default setting
*2 : Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an ignition switch.
■Customizing Flow for Auto Door Unlocking Options
StepsDriver Door Open Unlock Mode*1Park Unlock ModeOff
1
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever out of 
(P with the 
brake pedal depressed.Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to 
(P.
Apply the parking brake.
Move the shift lever to 
(P.
2The driver’s door must be closed at this stage.Open the driver’s door.
3Turn the ignition switch to ON (w*2.
4
Press and hold the rear of the master door  lock switch on the driver’s door. You will hear a click more than five seconds elapsed. 
Release the switch.
5
Turn the ignition switch to OFF (0 within 20 seconds*2.
u Customization is completed.
u All doors lock and all turn signals blink three times.
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Opening and Closing the Tailgate
Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Always make sure individuals and objects are clear of the tailgate before opening or 
closing it.
•Open the tailgate all the way.
u If it is not fully opened, the tailgate may begin to close under its own weight.
• Be careful when it is windy. The  wind may cause the tailgate to close.
Keep the tailgate closed while driving to:
u Avoid possible damage.
u Prevent exhaust gas from leaking into the vehicle.
2 Carbon Monoxide Gas  P. 77
1Precautions for Opening/Closing the Tailgate
Be careful not to  hit your head on the tailgate or to 
put your hands between th e tailgate and the cargo 
area when closing the tailgate.
When you are storing or pi cking up luggage from the 
cargo area while the engine  is idling, do not stand in 
front of the exhaust pipe. You may get burned.
Do not allow any passenger in  the cargo space. They 
may get hurt during hard braking, a sudden 
acceleration, or a crash.
3WARNING
Anyone caught in the path of a tailgate 
that is being opened or closed can be 
seriously injured.
Make sure that all people are clear of the 
tailgate before opening or closing it.
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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 electronic transmitters that use electronic 
signals to verify the key.
Pay attention to the following when insert ing the key into the ignition switch or 
pressing the  ENGINE START/STOP  button:
• Do not allow objects that emit strong ra dio 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 another vehicle’s immobilizer system near the ignition 
switch or the  ENGINE START/STOP  button.
• Do not put the key near magnetic items. El ectronic device, such as televisions and 
audio systems emit strong magnetic fiel ds. Note that even a key chain can 
become magnetic.
Security System Alarm
The security system alarm activates when  the tailgate, hood or doors are forcibly 
opened. The alarm does not activate if the tailgate 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 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 all of the exterior lights flash.
*1: Models with the smart entry system have an  ENGINE START/STOP button instead of an 
ignition switch.
1 Immobilizer 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.
Do not alter the system or  add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.
1 Security System Alarm
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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■To deactivate the security system alarm
Unlock the vehicle using the remote  transmitter or smart entry remote*, or turn the 
ignition switch to ON 
(w*1. The system, along with the  horn and flashing lights, is 
deactivated.
■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 tailgate 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 or 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 handle.
•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, remote transmitter, 
or smart entry system
*.
Do not alter the system or  add other devices to it.
Doing so may damage the system and make your 
vehicle inoperable.
* Not available on all models
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