SmartKey

Display messages Possible causes/consequences and •► Solutions

Belong to Vehicle Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle

You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock.

•► Use the correct SmartKey.

Ignition Take Your Key from Ignition

The SmartKey is in the ignition lock.

•► Remove the SmartKey.

The SmartKey needs to be replaced. Obtain a New Key

The SmartKey needs to be replaced.

•► Visit a qualified specialist workshop

The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged. Replace Key Battery

The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged.

•► Change the batteries

Key Don't Forget Your Key

The display message is shown for a maximum of 60 seconds and is only a reminder.

You have opened the driver's door with the engine switched off.

The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the ignition lock.

•► Remember to take the KEYLESS-GO key with you when you leave the vehicle.

message) Key Not Detected (red display message)

The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle.

A warning tone also sounds.

If the engine is switched off, you can no longer lock the vehicle centrally or start the engine.

•► Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

•► Apply the parking brake.

•► Locate the KEYLESS-GO key.

The KEYLESS-GO key is not detected while the engine is running because there is interference from a strong source of radio waves.

A warning tone also sounds.

•► Pull over and stop the vehicle safely as soon as possible, paying attention to road and traffic conditions.

•► Engage the parking brake.

•► Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.

display Key Not Detected (White display message)

The KEYLESS-GO key cannot be detected at present.

•► Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS-GO functions in the vehicle.

If the KEYLESS-GO key is still not detected:

•► Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.

Vehicle Key Detected in Vehicle

The KEYLESS-GO key has been detected inside the vehicle during locking.

•► Remove the KEYLESS-GO key from the vehicle.

Button and Insert Remove 'Start' Button and Insert Key

KEYLESS-GO is temporarily malfunctioning or is defective. A warning tone also sounds.

•► Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position.

•► Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

Lock Vehicle Close Doors to Lock Vehicle

At least one door is open. A warning tone also sounds.

•► Close all doors and lock the vehicle again.

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