KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
Remote control key range
Replacing the battery in the
remote control key
The battery in the remote control key needs
to be replaced when it has become dis-
charged.
In order for the remote control key to work
properly it needs to be within a certain dis-
tance from the car.
The remote control key functions may be
disrupted by surrounding radio waves,
buildings, topographical conditions, etc.
The car can always be locked/unlocked
with the key blade.
For manual use
The remote control key's functions for e.g.
locking/unlocking that are activated by press-
All batteries have a limited service life and
must eventually be replaced (does not
apply to Key Tag). The service life of the
battery varies depending on how often the
vehicle/key is used.
ing on
or
have a range that extends
If the remote control key is removed
from the car
approx. 20 metres (65 feet) from the car.
If the remote control key is removed
from the car when the engine is run-
ning, the warning message Car key
not found Removed from car is
shown in the driver display and an acoustic
reminder sounds when the last door is closed.
If the car does not verify a button being
pressed - move closer and try again.
For keyless* use
The message extinguishes when the key is
returned to the car, followed by a press of the
right-hand keypad's O button, or when the last
door is closed.
The battery for the remote control key should
be replaced if
the information symbol illuminates and the
message Car key battery low is shown in
the driver display
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Related information
Remote control key (p. 219)
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the locks repeatedly do not react to sig-
nals from the remote control key within
20 metres (65 feet) of the car.
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Antenna locations for the start and lock
systems (p. 249)
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Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces*
(p. 246)
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For keyless use, a remote control key or the
button-less key (Key Tag) must be within a
semicircular area with a radius of approx.
1.5 metres (5 feet) on both long sides and
approx. 1 metre (3 feet) from the tailgate.
Always try moving closer to the car and
making another unlock attempt.
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* Option/accessory.
