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With the mechanical key

If you lock the driver’s door with a mechanical key, the driver’s door will lock. If you unlock the driver’s door with a mechanical key, you can open and close the driver’s door only.

1
Pull out the door handle.
2
Press the lever (1) located inside the bottom part of the cover with a key or flat-head screwdriver.
3
Push out the cover (2) while pressing the lever.
4
Turn the key (3) toward the rear of the vehicle to unlock and toward the front of the vehicle to lock.

  • Driver's door can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter.

  • Once the driver's door is unlocked, it may be opened by pulling the door handle.

  • When closing the driver's door, push the door by hand. Make sure the driver's door is closed securely.

NOTICE

  • Be careful when locking the door by mechanical key operation, only the driver's door can be locked/unlocked.

  • When all doors are locked with the mechanical key, lock all doors by using the central door lock button inside the vehicle. Open the door using the driver's inner door handle, and then close the door and lock the driver's door with mechanical key operation.

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

NOTICE

  • When removing the cover, be careful not to lose cover and any scratches.

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

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

NOTICE

  • In cold and wet climates, door lock and door mechanisms may not work properly due to freezing conditions.

  • 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.

WARNING

  • Securely close your door before you begin driving. Failure to fully close your door may cause it to be opened during vehicle operation.

  • Keep your body out of the way of the closing door to prevent injuries.

WARNING

If any passengers must remain in the vehicle while it is very hot or cold outside, there is risk of injuries or danger to life. Do not lock the vehicle from the outside when there are passengers in the vehicle.

CAUTION

Do not unnecessarily open and close the door repeatedly or with excessive force. Such action can damage the vehicle door.

NOTICE

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

  • If you lock the door with the central door lock button, all vehicle doors will lock automatically.

NOTICE

Always turn off the vehicle, engage the parking brake, close all windows, and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended.