SmartKey
Display messages | Possible causes/consequences and •► Solutions |
Key Does Not
Belong to Vehicle
You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock.
•► Use the correct SmartKey.
Take Your Key from
Ignition
The SmartKey is in the ignition lock.
•► Remove the SmartKey.
Obtain a New Key
The SmartKey needs to be replaced.
•► Visit a qualified specialist workshop
Replace Key Battery
The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged.
•► Change the batteries
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.
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.
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.
Key Detected in
Vehicle
The KEYLESS-GO key has been detected inside the vehicle during locking.
•► Remove the KEYLESS-GO key from the vehicle.
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.
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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