Keys

The vehicle's keys lock and unlock the vehicle. When a key is in the front section of the passenger compartment, the vehicle can be started.
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Available key types are the standard key, the buttonless key (Key Tag)*, and the Care Key.1

The standard key and the Care Key are equipped with buttons. Additional keys than those included as standard can be ordered. For vehicles equipped with keyless locking and unlocking*, a smaller, lighter and buttonless key (Key Tag) can be purchased as an accessory.

To start the vehicle, a key must be in the front section of the passenger compartment.

For vehicles equipped with keyless locking and unlocking (Passive Entry)*, the engine can be started with the key anywhere in the vehicle.

The keys can be linked to different driver profiles to store personal settings in the vehicle.

 Warning

The key contains a button cell battery. Keep new and used batteries out of the reach of children. If batteries are swallowed, they can cause serious injury.

If any damage is detected, e.g. if the battery cover cannot be closed properly, do not use the product. Keep defective products out of the reach of children.

Key buttons

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The key has four buttons, one on the left side and three on the right.

P5-1507 Remote key icon for lock/global close Locking

Press the button once to lock the vehicle and arm the alarm.

Press and hold to close all windows.

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Press the button once to unlock the vehicle and disarm the alarm. Press and hold to open all windows at the same time. This can be used, for example, to quickly air out a hot passenger compartment before getting in.

P5-1646-x90-Remote key icon for trunk opening/closing Tailgate

Press the button once to disarm* and unlock the tailgate. On vehicles with power tailgates*, press and hold to open or close the tailgate. A warning signal will sound when the tailgate is opening or closing.

P5-1507 Remote key icon for panic alarm Panic alarm

The panic alarm is used to attract attention in emergency situations. Press and hold the button for at least 3 seconds or press twice within 3 seconds to activate the vehicle's turn signals and horn. The function can be switched off with the unlocking button after it has been activated for at least 5 seconds. Otherwise it switches off automatically after 2 minutes and 45 seconds.

 Warning

Be aware of the risk of injury when opening and closing.

  • Always operate with caution.
  • Do not allow children to play with the operating controls.
  • Never leave a child alone in the vehicle.
  • Keep in mind that the power windows can be operated even if the key has been removed from the vehicle, as long as the seat sensor detects an occupant in the driver's seat. To cut the power supply to the power windows, the driver's door must be open and no one may be sitting in the driver's seat. The power windows can be reactivated in the center display, even if the key has been removed from the vehicle and the seat sensor doesn't detect any occupant in the driver's seat.
  • Never stick objects or body parts out through the windows, even if the vehicle electrical system is completely turned off.

 Note

A key that has been locked in the vehicle is temporarily deactivated and cannot be used until the vehicle is unlocked using another valid key.

Button-less key (Key Tag)*

A buttonless key2 can be ordered as an accessory for vehicles equipped with the keyless locking and unlocking function. Start and keyless locking and unlocking function in the same way as with the standard key. The key is waterproof up to a depth of approx. 10 meters (30 feet) for up to 60 minutes. It does not have a key blade and the battery cannot be replaced.

Care Key

It is possible to set a speed limit that will be active when Care Key is used. This limit is intended to promote safe use of the vehicle, e.g. when it is loaned out.

If the active key is removed from the vehicle

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If the key is removed from the vehicle while the engine is running, the warning message The car key is not detected. See Owner's Manual for more information. will be displayed in the instrument panel and an audible signal will sound when the last door is closed.

The message will disappear when the key is returned to the vehicle and the O button on the right-side steering wheel keypad is pressed or when all doors are closed.

Interference

Electromagnetic fields or obstructing objects may interfere with the key's functions for keyless start and keyless locking and unlocking*.

 Note

Do not store the vehicle's keys near metal objects or electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops, chargers, etc.). Keep a distance between them of at least 10-15 cm (4-6 inches).

If you experience interference, use the key's detachable blade to unlock the vehicle. Then place the key in the backup reader in the tunnel console storage compartment to disarm the alarm and start the vehicle.

 Note

To help ensure that the key can be detected by the backup reader, make sure there are no other vehicle keys, metal objects or electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops, chargers, etc.) in the storage compartment. These objects can interfere with its functioning.

 Warning

California Proposition 65

Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon monoxide, phthalates, and lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well ventilated area and wear gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

  1. * Option/accessory.
  2. 1 The illustration is generic - details may vary according to vehicle model.
  3. 2 Also called sport key.