The smart key system uses Radio Frequency (RF) transmissions that could interfere with implanted medical devices. To avoid any possibility of interference between the system and the device, make sure that the device is kept at a safe distance. The distance should be at least 22 cm (9 in) away from any transmitter. In rare circumstances, interference may cause an implanted medical device to malfunction. Malfunction to an implanted medical device may potentially cause serious injury or death.
See SMART KEY SYSTEM TRANSMITTERS.
To prevent accidental or unauthorised operation, never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. The vehicle can be operated when the smart key is inside the vehicle. Unauthorised operation may lead to serious injury or death.
The operational range of the smart key varies considerably, depending on atmospheric conditions and interference from other transmitting devices.
If any door, or the tailgate, is unlocked ten times within a short period, the locking latch disables for approximately 1 minute.
A replacement smart key can be obtained only from a retailer/authorised repairer. The retailer/authorised repairer requires proof of identification and ownership. Notify a retailer/authorised repairer immediately if a smart key is lost or stolen.
The vehicle is supplied with two smart keys. The smart keys act as remote controls for the locking and alarm systems. The smart keys allow the vehicle to be locked, unlocked, and driven without the use of a conventional key. Each smart key also contains a slide-off emergency key. See KEYLESS ENTRY, KEYLESS LOCKING and STARTING THE ENGINE.
Make sure the smart key does not remain in the vehicle before closing the tailgate. The smart key may not be detected if it is inside a metal container, or shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen. For example, a smartphone, laptop, including when inside a laptop bag, or a games console. Also, if the vehicle is in an area of localised RF interference, the smart key may not be detected. If the smart key is not detected inside the vehicle, the vehicle can be locked. The vehicle does not automatically unlock. The vehicle unlocks only with another valid smart key.
The security system disarms automatically when the vehicle is unlocked with a smart key. However, if a door is not opened within 40 seconds, the security system re-engages the locks and the alarm re-arms. Automatic re-locking and re-arming is a precautionary action to protect the vehicle when it is unintentionally left unlocked.
A replacement smart key can be obtained only from a retailer/authorised repairer. The retailer/authorised repairer requires proof of identification and vehicle ownership.
Notify a retailer/authorised repairer immediately if a smart key is lost or stolen.
A handle in the deployed position indicates an unlocked door.
A handle in the retracted flush position indicates a locked door or a vehicle speed above 8 km/h (5 mph).
Handle retraction is a two stage operation.
To open door if doors are unlocked and handles are in their retracted position:
Make sure that the key is inserted in the orientation shown above. Failure to do so may result in damage to the vehicle’s paintwork.
The operation locks all of the doors, but does not arm the alarm.