Operation Manual

3-2. Opening, closing and locking the doors

 Conditions affecting operation

The smart entry & start system uses weak radio waves. In the following situa-

tions, the communication between the electronic key and the vehicle may be

affected, preventing the smart entry & start system, wireless remote control

and engine immobilizer system from operating properly.

(Ways of coping: P. 451)

 When the electronic key battery is depleted

 Near a TV tower, electric power plant, gas station, radio station, large dis-

play, 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 aluminum foil is attached

• Cigarette boxes that have aluminum foil inside

• Metallic wallets or bags

• Coins

• Hand warmers made of metal

• Media such as CDs and DVDs

 When other wireless keys (that emit radio waves) are being used nearby

 When carrying the electronic key together with the following devices that

emit radio waves

• Portable radio, cellular phone, cordless phone or other wireless commu-

nication device

• 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