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Keyless access with push-button start system
may damage the battery or cause circuit malfunctions .
– Do not wash the access key fob in an ultrasonic washer .
– Do not leave the access key fob in humid or dusty locations . Doing so may cause malfunctions .
– Keep the access key fob away from magnetic sources .
– Do not leave the access key fob near a personal computer or home electrical appliance .
– Do not leave the access key fob near a battery charger or any electrical accessories .
– Do not apply metallic window tint or attach metallic objects to the windows .
– Do not fit non genuine accessories or parts .
. If the access key fob is dropped , the integrated emergency key inside may become loose . Be careful not to lose the emergency key .
. When traveling in an airplane , do not press the button of the access key fob . If any button of the access key fob is pressed , radio waves are emitted and may affect the operation of the airplane . in a bag , take measures to prevent the buttons from being pressed accidentally .
NOTE
. The operational / non-operational setting for the keyless access function can be changed . For the setting procedure , refer to “ Disabling keyless access function ” FP122 .
. For detailed information about the operation method for the push-button ignition switch while the keyless access function is switched to the non-operational mode , refer to “ Access key fob – if access key fob does not operate properly ” FP433 .
. The keyless access with push-button start system uses weak radio waves . The status of the access key fob and environmental conditions may interfere with the communication between the access key fob and the vehicle under the following conditions , and it may not be possible to lock or unlock the doors or start the engine . – When operating near a facility where strong radio waves are transmitted , such as a broadcast station and power transmission lines .
– When products that transmit radio waves are used , such as an access key fob or a remote transmitter key of another vehicle .
– When carrying the access key fob of your vehicle together with the access key fob or the remote transmitter of another vehicle .
– When the access key fob is placed near wireless communication equipment such as a cell phone .
– When the access key fob is placed near a metallic object . – When metallic accessories are attached to the access key fob .
– When carrying the access key fob with an electronic appliance such as a laptop computer .
– When the battery of the access key fob is discharged .
. The access key fob is always communicating with the vehicle and is continuously using the battery . Although the life of the battery varies depending on the operating conditions , it is approximately 1 to 2 years . If the battery becomes fully discharged , replace it with a new one .