Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Key Reminder Function
Key reminder functions have the following 2 functions.
| Key reminder function | Operation condition | Operation |
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| When the door is open to closed | Key reminder function is operated when
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| When the trunk is closed | Key reminder function is operated when
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- The above function operates when the Intelligent Key is inside the vehicle. However, there may be times when the Intelligent Key cannot be detected, and this function will not operate when the Intelligent Key is on the instrument panel, rear parcel shelf, or in the glove box. Also, this system sometimes does not operate if the Intelligent Key is in the door pocket of an open door.
- While the key reminder function is operated when the trunk is open/closed and the chime sounds, if the following operations are performed, the key reminder function is cleared and chime sounds are stopped.
- Remote control door lock button operation of Intelligent Key
- Remote control door unlock button operation of Intelligent Key
- When the trunk is closed, the Intelligent Key is not inside the vehicle
- When any door is open
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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