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Programming is now complete. With yourfoot on the brake pedal, press the pushbutton ignition switch to verify the remotecontrol functions operate and your vehiclestarts with the new remote control.
If programming was not successful, wait10 seconds and repeat Steps 1 through 7.If you are still unsuccessful, take yourvehicle to an authorized dealer.
KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – TROUBLESHOOTING
KEYS AND REMOTE CONTROLS – INFORMATION MESSAGES
ActionMessage
Displays when the remote control battery requires replacing.Key Battery Low ReplaceSoon
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WHAT IS MYKEY
MyKey allows you to program keys withrestricted driving modes to promote gooddriving habits.
MYKEY SETTINGS
NON-CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
Seatbelt Reminder or Belt-Minder™
MyKey mutes the audio system until thefront seat passengers buckle the front seatbelts.
Note:If your vehicle includes an AM/FMradio or a very basic audio system, then theradio may not mute.
Satellite Radio (If Equipped)
Some Satellite radio channels haverestricted access to adult radio content.
Early Low Fuel
The low fuel level warning lamp turns onearlier.
Driving and Parking Aids
You cannot configure settings for parkingaids, blind spot information system, andcross traffic alert. These systems turn onwhen the vehicle turns on, and you cannotswitch them off with a MyKey.
You cannot configure settings forpre-collision assist and lane keeping. Thesesystems turn on when the vehicle turns on,but you can switch them off with a MyKey.
A new destination in the navigation systemcan only be set using voice commandswhen using a MyKey, and with your vehiclemoving.
Note:MyKey drivers may be able to switchthe lane departure warning feature off, butthis feature turns back on automaticallywith every new key cycle.
CONFIGURABLE MYKEYSETTINGS
You can configure the following settingsafter creating a MyKey. See Creating aMyKey (page 75).
Speed Limit
WARNING: Do not set MyKeymaximum speed limit to a limit that willprevent the driver from maintaining asafe speed considering posted speedlimits and prevailing road conditions. Thedriver is always responsible to drive inaccordance with local laws andprevailing conditions. Failure to do socould result in accident or injury.
You can set a speed limit for your vehicle.Warning messages appear in theinformation display and a tone sounds ifyour vehicle reaches the set speed. Youcannot override the set speed when usinga MyKey.
Speed Minder
You can set a speed reminder for yourvehicle. Warning messages appear in theinformation display and a tone sounds ifyour vehicle exceeds the set speed.
Audio System Volume Limit
The audio system maximum volumereduces. A message appears in theinformation display if you attempt toexceed the volume limit. Automaticvolume control turns off.
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Emergency Assistance
If you set emergency assistance to alwayson, you cannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Do Not Disturb
If you set do not disturb to always on, youcannot switch it off with a MyKey.
Note:If a phone is connected using AppleCarPlay or Android Auto while driving witha MyKey, the driver can receive phone callsand text messages even if the do not disturbrestriction is on, and if the vehicle comeswith satellite radio, there is no restriction onthe adult content.
Traction and Stability Control
If you set traction control or stabilitycontrol to always on, you cannot switch itoff with a MyKey.
CREATING A MYKEY
1.Raise the console storagecompartment lid.
2.Place the intelligent access key in theposition shown.
3.Switch the ignition on.
4.Using your touchscreen, press Menu.
5.Press Settings.
6.Press Vehicle.
7.Press MyKey.
8.Press Create MyKey.
9.Press Yes if you want to create the keyas a MyKey. A confirmation messageappears on the screen.
10.Switch the ignition off.
Note:We recommend that you label thiskey.
PROGRAMMING A MYKEY
You can program any remote control tobecome a restricted MyKey, but you mustleave one unmodified as an admin key.
1.Switch the ignition on using an adminkey.
2.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3.Press Vehicle Settings.
4.Press MyKey.
5.Select a setting and press the OKbutton.
6.Configure the setting
CLEARING ALL MYKEYS
When you clear all MyKeys, you remove allrestrictions and return all MyKeys to theiroriginal admin key status.
1.Switch the ignition on using an adminkey.
2.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3.Press Vehicle Settings.
4.Press MyKey.
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5.Press Clear All MyKeys.
6.Press Yes.
CHECKING MYKEY SYSTEM
STATUS
You can find information about thedistance traveled using a MyKey, and thenumber of admin keys and MyKeys createdfor your vehicle.
1.Switch the ignition on.
2.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3.Press Vehicle Settings.
4.Press MyKey.
5.Press MyKey Information.
USING MYKEY WITH REMOTE
START SYSTEMS
MyKey is not compatible with unapproved,aftermarket remote start systems. If youchoose to install a remote start system,see an authorized dealer for an approvedremote start system.
MYKEY – TROUBLESHOOTING
MYKEY – INFORMATION MESSAGES
DescriptionMessage
Displays when trying to create a MyKey and the admin key isnot placed in the backup position. See Creating a MyKey(page 75).
Place Key in BackupLocation
Displays when trying to create a MyKey with a key alreadydesignated as a MyKey.Key is Already a MyKey
Displays to confirm that the key is restricted after you switchthe ignition off.This Key restricted atNext Key Cycle. LabelKey as MyKey
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MYKEY – FREQUENTLY ASKEDQUESTIONS
What is an admin key?
An admin key is a key that you havenot created as a MyKey. See Creatinga MyKey (page 75).
Why am I not able to create a MyKey?
You have not placed the admin key inthe backup position. See Creating aMyKey (page 75). The key used toswitch the ignition on is not an adminkey. The key used to switch the ignitionon is the only admin key. There has tobe at least one admin key. You did notswitch the ignition off after creatingthe last MyKey.
Why am I not able to program a MyKey?
The admin key is not inside yourvehicle. The key used to switch theignition on is not an admin key. Youhave not created any MyKeys. SeeCreating a MyKey (page 75).
Why am I not able to clear the MyKeys?
The admin key is not inside yourvehicle. The key used to switch theignition on is not an admin key. Youhave not created any MyKeys. SeeCreating a MyKey (page 75).
Why is the MyKey distance notaccumulating?
The key used to start the engine is anadmin key. An admin key and a MyKeyare inside your vehicle. You have notcreated any MyKeys. See Creating aMyKey (page 75). You have clearedthe MyKeys. See Clearing AllMyKeys (page 75).
Why am I not able to start the enginewith a MyKey?
An admin key and a MyKey are insideyour vehicle. The system recognizesonly the admin key when both arepresent.
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KEYLESS ENTRY LIMITATIONS
Make sure your remote control is within 3 ft(1 m) from the front door handles and thetailgate.
The system could not function if:
•The remote control remains stationaryfor about a minute.
•The vehicle battery has no charge.
•The remote control battery has nocharge.
•There is interference causing issueswith the remote control frequencies.
•The remote control is too close tometal objects or electronic devices, forexample keys or a cell phone.
KEYLESS ENTRY SETTINGS
Switching Keyless Entry On andOff
1.Switch the ignition on using an originalkey that has not been created as aMyKey.
2.Press Settings on the touchscreen.
3.Press Vehicle Settings.
4.Press Locks.
Reprogramming the UnlockingFunction
You can enable two-stage unlockingfunction allowing you to unlock only thedriver door when you touch the unlocksensor.
Press and hold both the lock and unlockbuttons on the remote control for fourseconds to disable or enable two-stageunlocking.
If you program the unlocking function sothat only the driver door unlocks, you canunlock all of the other doors from insideyour vehicle using the power door lockcontrol. You can unlock individual doorsby pulling the interior door handles onthose doors.
USING KEYLESS ENTRY
Unlocking the Doors
With your passive key within 5 ft (1.5 m) ofyour vehicle, touch the unlock sensor onthe back of the door handle for a briefperiod and then pull on the door handle tounlock, being careful not to touch the locksensor at the same time or pull on the doorhandle too quickly. The intelligent accesssystem requires a brief delay toauthenticate your passive key.
Locking the Doors
With your passive key within 3 ft (1 m) ofyour vehicle, touch the outer door handlelock sensor for approximately one secondto lock, being careful not to touch theunlock sensor on the back of the doorhandle at the same time. After locking, youcan immediately pull on the door handleto confirm locking occurred withoutinadvertently unlocking.
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KEYLESS ENTRY –
TROUBLESHOOTING
KEYLESS ENTRY – FREQUENTLYASKED QUESTIONS
Why does the keyless entry system notfunction?
If the system does not function it maybe limited. See Keyless EntryLimitations (page 82). If the systemstill does not function use the remotecontrol or the key blade to lock andunlock your vehicle.
Why can I not lock my vehicle?
If you electronically lock your vehiclewith a rear door or the tailgate open,the system searches for a passive keyinside your vehicle after you close thelast door. If the system detects a key,all doors unlock indicating that a keyis inside. Your vehicle locks if anotherpassive key is within the detectionrange after you close the last door.
Why does the passive key not work?
The system deactivates passive keysleft inside your vehicle when you lockit. You cannot switch the ignition onusing a deactivated passive key. Pressthe unlock button on the remotecontrol to reactivate a passive key.
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OPENING THE TAILGATE
OPENING THE TAILGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
1.Unlock the vehicle with the remotecontrol or power door unlock control.
Note:If a passive key is within 3 ft (1 m) ofthe tailgate, the tailgate unlocks when youtouch the inside of the tailgate handle.
2.Pull the handle to release the tailgate.
CLOSING THE TAILGATE
CLOSING THE TAILGATE FROMOUTSIDE YOUR VEHICLE
Push the tailgate until fully closed.
LOCKING AND UNLOCKING
THE TAILGATE
You can lock or unlock your vehicle withthe remote control or power door lockcontrol.
Locking
If a passive key is within 5 ft (1 m) of thetailgate, touch the lock button on thetailgate handle to lock.
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