2023 GENESIS G70 Owners Manual

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Mechanical key
If the Smart Key does not operate
normally, you can lock or unlock the
driver’s door by using the mechanical
key.
To remove the mechanical key from the
smart key FOB:
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1. Place a soft cloth over the groove (A), and pry open the smart key cover.
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2. Press the mechanical key and remove it from the smart key FOB.
3. After use, reinstall the mechanical key and smart key cover in the reverse
order of removal.
Loss of a smart key
A maximum of two Smart Keys can
be registered to a single vehicle. If
you happen to lose your smart key,
it is recommended that you should
immediately take the vehicle and
remaining keys to your authorized
retailer of Genesis Branded products or
tow the vehicle, if necessary.
Smart key precautions
The smart key may not work if any of the
following occurs:

[The smart key is close to a radio
transmitter such as a radio station or
an airport which can interfere with
normal operation of the transmitter.

[ The smart key is near a mobile two
way radio system or a mobile phone.

[ Another vehicle’s smart key is being
operated close to your vehicle.
If the smart key does not work correctly,
open and close the door with the
mechanical key. If you have a problem
with the smart key, it is recommended to
contact an authorized retailer of Genesis
Branded products.
If the smart key is in close proximity to
your mobile phone, the signal could be
blocked by your mobile phone’s normal
operational signals. This is specifically
relevant when the phone is active such
as making and receiving calls, text
messaging, and/or sending/receiving
emails. When possible, avoid keeping the
smart key and your mobile phone in the
same location such as a pants or jacket
pocket in order to avoid interference
between the two devices.

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Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules.
Operation is sub ect to the following three
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user s
authority to operate the device.
NOTICE

[Keep the smart key away from
electromagnetic materials that
blocks electromagnetic waves to the
key surface.

[ Always have the smart key with
you when leaving the vehicle. If the
smart key is left near the vehicle, the
vehicle battery may be discharged.
Battery replacement
If the Smart Key is not working properly,
try replacing the battery with a new one.
Battery Type: CR2032
To replace the battery:
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1. Place a soft cloth over the groove (A),
and pry open the smart key cover.

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2. Remove battery cover using a phillips screwdriver.
3. Remove the old battery and insert the new battery. Make sure the battery
position is correct.
4. Reinstall the battery cover and smart key cover in the reverse order of
removal.
If you suspect your smart key might have
sustained some damage, or you feel
your smart key is not working correctly,
it is recommended that you contact an
authorized retailer of Genesis Branded
products.
WARNING
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A BUTTON
BATTERY.
If swallowed, a lithium button battery
can cause severe or fatal injuries within
2 hours. Keep batteries out of reach of
children.
If you think batteries may have been
swallowed or placed inside any part
of the body, seek immediate medical
attention.
Information
An inappropriately disposed
battery can be harmful to
the environment and human
health. Dispose of the battery
according to your local law(s) or
regulations.
Restrictions in handling keys
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When leaving keys with parking lot
and valet attendants, the following
procedures will ensure your vehicle’s
glove box compartment can only be
opened with the mechanical key.
To lock:
1. Remove the mechanical key from the Smart Key.
2. Lock the glove box using the mechanical key.
3. Leave the smart key with the attendant and keep the mechanical
key with you.
The Smart Key can only be used to start
the engine and operate door locks.
To unlock:
Open the glove box with the mechanical
key.

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Immobilizer System
The immobilizer system helps protect
your vehicle from theft. If an improperly
coded key (or other device) is used, the
engine’s fuel system is disabled.
When the Engine Start/Stop button
is pressed to the ON position, the
immobilizer system indicator should
come on briefly, then go off. If the
indicator starts to blink, the system does
not recognize the coding of the key.
Press the Engine Start/Stop button to
the OFF position, then press the Engine
Start/Stop button to the ON position
again.
In some circumstances, the vehicle may
not recognize your smart key if another
smart key device is nearby or a metal
object such as a key chain is causing
interference with the smart key.
If this occurs, your vehicle may not
start. Remove any metal objects or
additional keys near the smart key before
attempting to start the vehicle again.
If the system repeatedly does not
recognize the coding of the key, it is
recommended that you contact your
retailer of Genesis Branded products.
Do not attempt to alter this system
or add other devices to it. Electrical
problems could result that may make
your vehicle inoperable. WARNING
In order to prevent theft of your
vehicle, do not leave spare keys
anywhere in your vehicle. Your
immobilizer password is a customer
unique password and should be kept
confidential.
NOTICE
The transponder in your key is an
important part of the immobilizer
system. It is designed to give years
of trouble-free service, however you
should avoid exposure to moisture,
static electricity and rough handling.
Immobilizer system malfunction could
occur.
Information
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC rules.
Operation is sub ect to the following three
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference.
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
3. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user s
authority to operate the device

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GENESIS DIGITAL KEY
Genesis digital key provides convenience
to the driver, which the driver can use to
lock or unlock the driver and passenger
doors or the trunk and turn on the
engine.
Digital Key (Smart Phone)
How to register Digital Key (Smart
phone)
To use the smart phone as a digital key
follow the following procedure.
This service is only available for Android
smart phones that passed the internal
usability test. The driver can confirm
supported/compatible devices on our
website (https://owners.genesis.com).
In case of iPhone, Apple does not assist
any of the NFC services. (Services are
expected to be provided according to
policy change.)
Genesis Digital ey App
1. Search ‘Genesis digital key’ from the Google Pla
y Store and download
the app. Please refer to the detailed
manual of the digital key app or
Genesis website. The option can be
found under the following app menu:
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[A] : In-vehicle authentication pad (Wireless charging
pad)
4. After ‘Enabling Digital Key’ is selected, place the backside of the smart phone
on the in-vehicle authentication pad.
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How to Use the Digital Key (Smart
phone)
Smart phone touch control
The driver can lock and unlock the door
b
y touching the smart phone on the door
handle without activating the Digital
Key App. Also, the engine can be started
by placing the smart phone on the
in-vehicle authentication pad (wireless
charging pad).
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[A] : Door handle authentication pad
[B] : NFC antenna (Backside of the smart phone) (The
antenna position differs depending on models.)

[ Locking/Unlocking the doors
- If the driver touches the smart phone NFC antenna to the driver’s
or passenger’s door handle
authentication pad for more than
2 seconds, the door will lock or
unlock.
- If Two Press Unlock function is set, only the driver’s door will be
unlocked by touching the smart
phone on the driver’s door handle.
Touch the smart phone once more
within 4 seconds to unlock all doors.
- After unlocking the doors, the doors will automatically re-lock after 30
seconds unless a door is opened.
- If the smart phone digital key does not operate, move the smart phone
more than 4 in. (0.1 m) from the
door handle authentication pad and
try it again. Note that you cannot lock your vehicle
using the smart phone NFC antenna if
any of the following occur:
- The Smart Key is in the vehicle
- The Engine Start/Stop button is in ACC or ON position
- Any of the doors are open except for the engine hood or trunk

[ Starting the engine
1. After placing your registered smart phone on the in-vehicle
authentication pad (wireless charging
pad), depress the brake pedal and
press the Engine Start/ Stop button.
2. After starting the engine, the digital key data will be automatically
updated. It will take 5 to 20 seconds.
After that, the smart phone will
automatically go into the wireless
charging mode. Once the engine is
started, you can remove the smart
phone from the pad.
For more details, refer to the “Engine
Start/Stop Button” section in chapter
6.
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engine with the smart phone Digital ey,
always turn on and unlock the smart
phone screen.

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[ After the battery has been reconnected
or the battery has been recharged, it
will take time for the digital key (smart
phone) to operate due to remote security
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door with the smart phone NFC antenna,
touch and hold the smart phone on the
door handle until the door(s) is locked or
unlocked.

[ If the mobile data connection of the
smart phone is weak, remote security
information update may fail. At this
time, use the card key to lock or unlock
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you are in a place where the mobile
data connection of your smart phone is
available, place your smart phone on the
in-vehicle authentication pad (wireless
charger pad) and start your vehicle, or
touch the digital key on the door handle
to lock or unlock the door, the remote
security information will be automatically
updated. Even though the engine is not
started, wait until the remote security
information is updated and the in-vehicle
authentication pad (wireless charging
pad) changes to charging mode.
WARNING
The engine can be started when the
registered smart phone is placed on the
in-vehicle authentication pad (wireless
charging pad). Therefore, do not leave
unsupervised children or people who
are not aware of the system since it
can result in serious injury or death. In
addition, always have the registered
smart phone with you to prevent
vehicle theft when leaving the vehicle. Digital key App remote control
Various control functions such as Door
Lock/Unlock, Remote Start, Panic and
Trunk Open/Close are available using the
Digital Key App. To use the Digital Key App
functions, the smart phone’s Bluetooth must
be activated, and must be approximately
within 32 ft. (10 m) from the vehicle.

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Connecting Digital Key App with the
vehicle
1. Open the Genesis Digital Key App in the smart phone. Select the vehicle
you want to control from the vehicle
list in the App.
2. Approach the vehicle with the Genesis Digital Key App opened. The Digital
Key App will automatically connect
with the vehicle.
3. When the connection is complete, the icons in the Digital Key App will
become active.

[ Controlling the vehicle with Digital
Key App
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Press the icons to remotely control the
vehicle.
1. Lock Doors
2. Unlock Doors
3. Panic On
4. Panic Off
5. Remote Engine On
6. Remote Engine Off
7. Open Trunk