Door locks outside the vehicle
Locking/unlocking with the smart key
Carrying the smart key, you may lock and unlock the vehicle doors (and liftgate) and you may start the engine. Refer to the following for more details.
Locking
Pressing the button of the front door handles with all doors closed and any door unlocked, locks all the doors. If all doors and engine hood are closed, the hazard warning lights will blink once to indicate that all doors are locked.
The button will only operate when the smart key is within 40 inches (1 m) from the front door handle. If you want to make sure that a door has locked or not, you should pull the front door handle.
Even though you press the front door handle buttons, the doors will not lock, and the chime will sound for 3 seconds if any of following occur:
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The smart key is in the vehicle.
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The ENGINE START/STOP button is in the ACC or ON position.
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Any door except the liftgate is open.
Unlocking
Pressing the button of the front driver side door handles with all doors closed and locked, unlocks all the doors. The hazard warning lights blink twice to indicate that all doors are unlocked.
The button will only operate when the smart key is within 40 inches (1 m) from the front door handle.
When the smart key is within 40 inches (1 m) from the front door handle, other people can also open the door without possession of the smart key.
After pressing the button, the doors will lock automatically unless you open any door within 30 seconds.
Locking/unlocking with the mechanical key
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Doors can also be locked and unlocked with the transmitter.
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Once the doors unlocked, it may be opened by pulling the door handle.
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When closing the door, push the door by hand. Make sure the door is closed securely.
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When locking the door with a mechanical key, be aware that only the driver's door can be locked/unlocked.
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To lock all doors, operate the central lock switch inside the vehicle. Open the car door using the inner handle, then close the door and lock the driver's door with a mechanical key.
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Refer to More Details to lock from inside the vehicle.
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Be careful not to lose or scratch the cover when removing it.
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When the key cover freezes and does not open, tap it lightly or indirectly warm (hand temperature, etc.) it up.
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Do not apply excessive force to the door and door handle. It may be damaged.
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In cold and wet climates, door lock and door mechanisms may not work properly due to freezing conditions.
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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 to protect the circuit and prevent damage to system components.
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Securely close your door before you begin driving. Failure to fully close your door may cause it to be opened during vehicle operation.
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Keep your body out of the way of the closing door to prevent injuries.
Do not leave anyone in the vehicle while it is very hot or cold outside. Vehicle interiors heat and cool very quickly. Do not lock the vehicle from the outside when there are passengers in the vehicle. Failure to follow these instructions could lead to serious injury or death.
Do not unnecessarily open and close the door repeatedly or with excessive force. Such action can damage the vehicle door.
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.
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If you lock the door with the central door lock button (2), all vehicle doors will lock automatically.
Always remove the ignition key, engage the parking brake, close all windows, and lock all doors when leaving your vehicle unattended.