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1-5. Entering/exiting the vehicle and loading luggage
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Metallic wallets or bags
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Coins
Hand warmers made of metal
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Media such as CDs and DVDs
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When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby
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When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio
waves
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Portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless communication
devices
Another vehicle' s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
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Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
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Digital audio players
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Portable game systems
If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear
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window
When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices
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When the vehicle is parked in a pay parking spot where radio waves are emitted
Even when the electronic key is within the effective range (detection areas), the system
may not operate properly in the following cases:
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The electronic key is too close to the window or outside door handle, near the ground,
or in a high place when the doors are locked or unlocked.
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The electronic key is near the ground or in a high place, or too close to the rear
bumper center when the back door is opened.
The electronic key is on the instrument panel, rear package tray or floor, or in the door
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pockets or glove box when the hybrid system is started or engine switch modes are
changed.
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Note for the entry function
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Do not leave the electronic key on top of the instrument panel or near the door
pockets when exiting the vehicle. Depending on the radio wave reception conditions,
it may be detected by the antenna outside the cabin and the door will become
lockable from the outside, possibly trapping the electronic key inside the vehicle.
As long as the electronic key is within the effective range, the doors may be locked or
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unlocked by anyone.
Even if the electronic key is not inside the vehicle, it may be possible to start the engine
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if the electronic key is near the window.
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