Keeping the Key Safe

Replacing a Smart Key may be costly.

We advise you to keep a spare Smart Key and the key-number plate in a safe place. If you record the key number in more than one place, do not record it in a way that can be easily identified and associated with the vehicle. For example, don’t leave the number somewhere that can be accessed by a valet. It is wise to keep a copy of the key number outside of the vehicle.

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    What is not covered
    These warranty obligations do not apply to failures or noncompliance caused by: • The use of replacement parts not certified in accordance with aftermarket parts certification regulations. ...

    When the VSC/TRAC or Active TRAC/hill-start assist control systems are operating
    If the vehicle is in danger of slip- ping or rolling backward when starting on an incline, or if any of the drive wheels spins, the slip indi- cator light flashes to indicate that the VSC/TRAC or ...

    Changing the passkey
    Select “Set Passkey” using a voice command or the “TUNE/SEL” knob. Pattern A Press the talk switch, say a 4 to 8-digit number, and select “Con- firm” using a voice command or the ...