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Door locks outside the vehicle

Locking/unlocking with the smart key (if equipped)

Operation

  1. Press the front door handle button (driver's side)

  2. Hazard warning lights will blink.

    • Locking: Once

    • Unlocking: Twice

Non-operating condition(s)

  • Smart key is in the vehicle.

  • The vehicle is in ACC or ON position.

  • Doors (except tailgate) is opened.

NOTICE

The chime will sound for 3 seconds when the doors are locked and any of the door is still open.

NOTICE
  • After pressing the button, the doors will lock automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds.

  • If you want to make sure that a door has locked or not, you should pull the driver side door handle.

  • Make sure the doors are closed securely.

  • If the door is locked/unlocked multiple times in rapid succession with either the vehicle key or door lock switch, the system may stop operating temporarily in order to protect the circuit and prevent damage to system components.

  • Always remove the ignition key, engage the parking brake, close all windows, and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended.

  • Always place the ignition switch or ENGINE START/STOP button in the OFF position, engage the parking brake, close all windows, and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended.

Limitation(s)

  • Smart key is detected within 0.7–1 m radius (28–40 inches).

Locking/unlocking with the mechanical key

Operation

  1. Pull out the mechanical key.

  2. Insert the mechanical key into the keyhole outside of driver's door.

  3. Turn the key to unlock.

NOTICE
  • When driver door is locked/unlocked using mechanical key then all doors will be automatically locked/unlocked.

  • To lock all doors, lock the driver's door with mechanical key then all doors will be automatically locked.

  • Refer to More Details to lock from inside the vehicle.

  • Be careful not to lose or scratch the cover when removing it.

  • When the key cover freezes and does not open, tap it lightly or indirectly warm (hand temperature, etc.) it up.

  • Do not apply excessive force to the door and door handle. It may be damaged.