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.Opening any door (including the lift-
gate).
. Pushing the ignition switch.
During this 1-minute time period, if the
UNLOCK
button is pushed, all doors
will be locked automatically after another
1 minute.
NOTE:
The unlocking operation can be chan-
ged in selective unlock in the Vehicle
Settings of the vehicle information dis-
play. For additional information, see
“Vehicle Settings” (P.2-27).
Opening/closing liftgate (if so
equipped)
1. Push the power liftgate buttonfor more than 1 second.
2. The liftgate will automatically open.
The outside chime sounds 3 times for
approximately 3 seconds.
To close the liftgate, push the power
liftgate button
for more than 1
second.
The liftgate will automatically close.
If the button
is pushed while the
liftgate is being opened or closed, the
liftgate will immediately stop. Pushing the
button
again will reverse the direc-
tion of the liftgate. However, when the
liftgate is near the fully open position, it moves in the closing direction and when
the liftgate is near the fully close position,
it moves in the opening direction.
Using panic alarm
If you are near your vehicle and feel
threatened, you may activate the alarm
to call attention as follows:
1. Push the PANIC
buttonon the
Intelligent Key for more than 0.5
seconds.
2. The theft warning alarm and head- lights will stay on for 25 seconds.
3. The panic alarm stops when:
.It has run for 25 seconds, or.Any of the buttons on the Intelligent Key is pushed.
Remote engine start (if so
equipped)
The remote engine startbuttonis
on the Intelligent Key if the vehicle has
remote engine start function. This func-
tion allows the engine to start from
outside the vehicle. See “Remote engine
start” (P.3-19).
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Intelligent Key button operation
light
The light blinks only when you push any
button on the Intelligent Key. The light
illumination only signifies that the Intelli-
gent Key has transmitted a signal. You
may look and/or listen to verify that the
vehicle has performed the intended op-
eration. If the light does not blink, your
battery may be too weak to communi-
cate to the vehicle. If this occurs, the
battery may need to be replaced.
For additional information regarding the
replacement of a battery, see “Intelligent
Key battery replacement” (P.8-20).
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3-18Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Setting hazard indicator and horn
mode
This vehicle is set in hazard indicator and
horn mode when you first receive the
vehicle.
In hazard indicator and horn mode, when
the LOCK
buttonis pushed, the
hazard indicator flashes twice and the
horn chirps once. When the UNLOCK
buttonis pushed, the hazard indicator
flashes once.
If horns are not necessary, the system
can be switched to the hazard indicator
mode.
In hazard indicator mode, when the LOCK
button is pushed, the hazard indica-
tor flashes twice. When the UNLOCK
button is pushed, neither the hazard
indicator nor the horn operates. Hazard indicator and horn mode:
Operation
DOOR LOCKDOOR UNLOCK
Pushing door handle request switch or liftgate request switch (if so equipped) HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME - twiceHAZARD -
once
OUTSIDE CHIME - once
Pushing
orbutton HAZARD -
twice
HORN - once HAZARD -
once
HORN - none
Hazard indicator mode:
Operation DOOR LOCKDOOR UNLOCK
Pushing door handle request switch (if so equipped)
or liftgate request switch HAZARD -
twice
OUTSIDE CHIME - none HAZARD - none
OUTSIDE CHIME - none
Pushing
orbutton HAZARD -
twice
HORN - none HAZARD - none
HORN - none
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Switching procedure:
To switch the hazard indicator and horn
(chime) operation, push the LOCK
and UNLOCKbuttons on the Intel-
ligent Key simultaneously for more than 4
seconds.
. When the hazard indicator mode is
set, the hazard indicator flashes 3
times.
. When the hazard indicator and horn
mode is set, the hazard indicator
flashes once and the horn chirps once.
The horn operation can also be turned on
or off in the vehicle information display.
See “Vehicle Settings” (P.2-27).
WARNING
To avoid risk of injury or death, do
not use the remote engine start
function when the vehicle is in an
enclosed area such as a garage.
JVP0446XExample
The remote engine startbutton is on
the Intelligent Key if the vehicle has
remote engine start function. This func-
tion allows the engine to start from
outside the vehicle.
Some systems, such as the air conditioner
system, will turn on during a remote
engine start, if the system was on the
last time the ignition switch was turned
off.
Laws in some local communities may
restrict the use of remote engine starters.
For example, some laws require a person
using remote engine start to have the
vehicle in view. Check local regulations for
any requirements.
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REMOTE ENGINE START (if so equipped)
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3-20Pre-driving checks and adjustments
Other conditions may affect the remote
engine start function. See “Conditions the
remote engine start will not work” (P.3-21).
Other conditions can affect the perfor-
mance of the Intelligent Key transmitter.
See “Intelligent Key system” (P.3-7) for
additional information.
REMOTE ENGINE START OPERATING
RANGE
The remote engine start function can
only be used when the Intelligent Key is
within the specified operating range from
the vehicle.
When the Intelligent Key battery is dis-
charged or other strong radio wave
sources are present near the operating
location, the Intelligent Key operating
range becomes narrower, and the Intelli-
gent Key may not function properly.
The remote engine start operating range
is approximately 197 ft (60 m) from the
vehicle.
REMOTE STARTING THE ENGINE
To use the remote start function to start
the engine, perform the following:
1. If the doors are unlocked, push theLOCK
button to lock all doors.
2. Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle. 3. Push the LOCK
button again.
4. Within 5 seconds push and hold the remote engine start
button until
the turn signal lights flash and the tail
lights illuminate. If the vehicle is not
within view, push and hold the remote
engine start
button for at least 2
seconds.
The following events will occur when the
engine starts:
. The front parking lights will turn on
and remain on as long as the engine is
running.
. The doors will be locked and the air
conditioner system may turn on.
. The engine will continue to run for
about 10 minutes. Repeat the steps to
extend the time for an additional 10
minutes. See “Extending engine run
time” (P.3-20).
Depress and hold the brake pedal, then
place the ignition switch in the ON posi-
tion before driving. For further instruc-
tions, see “Driving the vehicle” (P.5-19).
EXTENDING ENGINE RUN TIME
The remote engine start function can be
extended one time by performing the
steps listed in “Remote starting the en-
gine” (P.3-20). Run time will be calculated
as follows:
. The first 10 minute run time will start
when the remote engine start func-
tion is performed.
. The second 10 minutes will start im-
mediately when the remote engine
start function is performed. For exam-
ple, if the engine has been running for
5 minutes, and 10 minutes are added,
the engine will run for a total of 15
minutes.
. Extending engine run time will count
towards the two remote engine start
limit.
A maximum of two remote engine starts,
or a single start with an extension can be
used.
The vehicle needs to be driven at speeds
of 4 MPH (7 km/h) before the remote
engine start procedure can be used
again.
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CANCELING A REMOTE ENGINE
START
To cancel a remote engine start, perform
one of the following:
.Aim the Intelligent Key at the vehicle
and push the remote engine start
button until the front parking lights
turn off.
. Turn on the hazard indicator flashers.
. Cycle the ignition switch ON and then
OFF.
. The extended engine run time has
expired.
. The first 10 minute timer has expired.
. The engine hood has been opened.
. The shift position is shifted out of the
P (Park) position.
. The theft alarm sounds due to illegal
entry into the vehicle.
. The ignition switch is pushed without
an Intelligent Key in the vehicle.
. The ignition switch is pushed with an
Intelligent Key in the vehicle but the
brake pedal is not depressed.
. The accelerator pedal is depressed.
. The vehicle moves after a remote
engine start. (The hazard indicator
flashers blink once and the engine is
stopped.)
CONDITIONS THE REMOTE ENGINE
START WILL NOT WORK
The remote engine start will not operate
if any of the following conditions are
present:
.The ignition switch is placed in the ON
position.
. The hood is not securely closed.
. The hazard indicator flashers are on.
. The engine is still running. The engine
must be completely stopped. This is
not applicable when extending engine
run time.
. The remote engine start
button is
not pushed and held for at least 2
seconds.
. The remote engine start
button is
not pushed and held within 5 seconds
of pushing the LOCK
button.
. The doors are not closed and locked.
(The hazard indicator flashers blink
twice to indicate the function is not
operated.)
. The liftgate is open. (The hazard
indicator flashers blink twice to indi-
cate the function is not operated.)
. The Key System Error warning mes-
sage remains on in the vehicle infor-
mation display. .
The theft alarm sounds due to illegal
entry into the vehicle. (The hazard
indicator flashers blink twice to indi-
cate the function is not operated.)
. Two remote engine starts, or a single
remote engine start with an exten-
sion, have already been used. (To use
the remote engine start function
again, the vehicle needs to be driven
at speeds of 4 MPH (7 km/h).)
. The shift position is not in the P (Park)
position.
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3-22Pre-driving checks and adjustments
WARNING
.Make sure the hood is completely
closed and latched before driving.
Failure to do so could cause the
hood to fly open and result in an
accident.
. Never open the hood if steam or
smoke is coming from the engine
compartment to avoid injury.
WAD0150X
1. Pull the hood lock release handlelocated below the driver’s side instru-
ment panel; the hood springs up
slightly.
2. Push the lever
underneath the front
of the hood sideways as illustrated
with your fingertips.
3. Raise the hood.
4. Remove the support rod and insert it into the slot
.
Hold the coated parts
when removing
or resetting the support rod. Avoid
direct contact with the metal parts, as
they may be hot immediately after the
engine has been stopped. When closing the hood:
1. While supporting the hood, return the
support rod to its original position.
2. Slowly lower the hood to about 8 to 12 in (20 to 30 cm) above the hood lock,
then let it drop.
3. Make sure it is securely latched.
HOOD
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WARNING
.Always be sure the liftgate has
been closed securely to prevent it
from opening while driving.
. Do not drive with the liftgate
open. This could allow dangerous
exhaust gases to be drawn into
the vehicle. For additional infor-
mation, refer to “Exhaust gas
(carbon monoxide)” (P.5-5).
. To help avoid risk of injury or
death through unintended opera-
tion of the vehicle and or its
systems, including entrapment
in windows or inadvertent door
lock activation, do not leave chil-
dren, people who require the
assistance of others or pets un-
attended in your vehicle. Addi-
tionally, the temperature inside a
closed vehicle on a warm day can
quickly become high enough to
cause a significant risk of injury
or death to people and pets.
. Always be sure that hands and
feet are clear of the door frame to
avoid injury while closing the
liftgate.
CAUTION
Do not use accessory carriers that
attach to the liftgate. Doing so will
cause damage to the vehicle.
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OPERATING MANUAL LIFTGATE (if
so equipped)
To open the liftgate, unlock it. Pull up the
liftgate to open.
The liftgate can be unlocked by:
.pushing the UNLOCK
button on
the Intelligent Key.
. pushing the liftgate request switch (if
so equipped).
. pushing the door handle request
switch (if so equipped).
To close the liftgate, pull down until it
securely locks.
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LIFTGATE
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3-24Pre-driving checks and adjustments
OPERATING POWER LIFTGATE (if so
equipped)
To operate the power liftgate, the vehicle
must be in the P (Park) position.
The power liftgate will not operate if the
battery voltage is low.
The power liftgate operation can be
activated or deactivated in the vehicle
information display. (See “Vehicle Set-
tings” (P.2-27).)
NOTE:
.For models with motion-activated
liftgate: When washing, waxing or
maintaining your vehicle, placing or
replacing the body cover, or splash-
ing water to the area around the kick
motion sensor, turn off the power
liftgate.
. If the power open or close operation
is performed consecutively, the
safety mode activates and the op-
eration cannot be performed for a
certain period of time. In this case,
wait for a while and then perform
the operation.
WAD0233XPower liftgate switch — Instrument panel
WAD0236XLiftgate opener switch
WAD0152XPower liftgate button - Key (example)
WAD0153XPower liftgate close and lock switches — Liftgate