KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
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For keyless use, a remote key or the Key Tag
must be within the shaded areas shown in the
illustration, i.e. a semicircle with a radius of
approx. 1.5 meter (5 feet) along the sides of the
vehicle or approx. 1 meter (3 feet) from the tail-
gate.
NOTE
The functions of the remote control key can
be disrupted by ambient radio waves, build-
ings, topographical conditions, etc. The vehi-
cle can always be locked/unlocked using the
key blade.
If the remote key is removed from the
vehicle
If the remote key is removed from the
vehicle while the engine is running, the
warning message
found Removed from vehicle
displayed in the instrument panel and an audible
signal will sound when the last door is closed.
The message will disappear when the key is
returned to the vehicle and the O button on the
right-side steering wheel keypad is pressed or
when the last door is closed again.
Related information
•
Remote key (p. 229)
•
Antenna locations for the start and lock sys-
tem (p. 247)
234
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Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces*
(p. 243)
Vehicle key not
will be
Replacing the remote key's battery
The battery in the remote key must be replaced
when it is discharged.
NOTE
All batteries have a limited service life and
must eventually be replaced (does not apply
for Key Tag). The battery's service life varies
depending on how often the vehicle/key is
used.
The remote key battery should be replaced if:
the information symbol illuminates and
Vehicle key bat. low
the message
See Owner's manual
the instrument panel
and/or
•
the locks do not react after several attempts
to lock or unlock the vehicle using the
remote key within approx. 20 meter (65 feet)
from the vehicle.
NOTE
Move closer to the vehicle and try to unlock it
again.
is displayed in
* Option/accessory.