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Opening, closing and locking the doors
BEFORE DRIVING
NOTICE
Conditions that can affect operation
The smart entry and start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situations,
communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be affected, preventing
the smart entry and start system, wireless remote control and engine immobiliser
system from operating normally.
• When the electronic key battery is discharged.
• Near a TV tower, electric power plant, petrol station, radio station, large display,
airport or other facility that generates strong radio waves or electrical noise.
• When the electronic key is in contact with, or is covered by the following metallic
objects:
– Cards to which aluminium foil is attached
– Cigarette boxes that have aluminium foil inside
– Metallic wallets or bags
– Coins
– Hand warmers made of metal
– Media such as CDs and DVDs
• When another wireless key (that emits radio waves) is being used nearby.
• When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that emit radio
waves:
– A portable radio, mobile phone, cordless phone or other wireless
communication devices
– Another vehicle’s electronic key or a wireless key that emits radio waves
– Personal computers or personal digital assistants (PDAs)
– Digital audio players
– Portable game systems
• If window tint with a metallic content or metallic objects are attached to the rear
window.
• When the electronic key is placed near a battery charger or electronic devices.
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