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KEY, LOCKS AND ALARM
* Option/accessory.
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Remote control key range
In order for the remote control key to work
properly it needs to be within a certain dis-
tance from the car.
For manual use
The remote control key's functions for e.g.
locking/unlocking that are activated by press-
ing on
or have a range that extends
approx. 20 metres (65 feet) from the car.
If the car does not verify a button being
pressed - move closer and try again.
For keyless* use
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.
NOTE
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.
If the remote control key is removed
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.
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.
Related information
•
Remote control key (p. 223)
•
Antenna locations for the start and lock
systems (p. 253)
•
Keyless and touch-sensitive surfaces*
(p. 250)
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.
NOTE
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.
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
•
the locks repeatedly do not react to sig-
nals from the remote control key within
20 metres (65 feet) of the car.
NOTE
Always try moving closer to the car and
making another unlock attempt.
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