Vehicle Specifications

Operating the Door Locks from the Outside of the Vehicle

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To remove the cover (for type C):

1. Pull the door handle.

2. Press the lever (3) located inside the lower part of the cover with the key or a flat-blade screwdriver.

3. Pull out the cover while pressing the lever.

  • Turn the key clockwise to lock (1) and counterclockwise to unlock (2).
  • If you lock the driver's door with the key, all doors will lock automatically.
  • From the driver's door, turn the key to the right once to unlock the driver's door, and once more within 4 seconds to unlock all doors (and the trunk).
  • The doors can also be locked and unlocked using the transmitter.
  • When the doors are unlocked, they can be opened by pulling the door handle.
  • When closing a door, push the door with your hand. Make sure the doors are securely closed.

✽ NOTICE

  • In cold and humid climates, the door lock and door mechanisms may not operate properly due to freezing conditions.
  • If the doors are locked/unlocked repeatedly in succession with either the vehicle key or the door lock switch, the system may temporarily stop operating to protect the circuit and prevent damage to system components.

WARNING

If people have to spend extended time in the vehicle when it is very hot or cold outside, there is a risk of serious injury or death. Never lock the vehicle from the outside when people are inside.

CAUTION

Do not open and close the door repeatedly without need or with excessive force. Such actions may damage the vehicle door.

  • To lock the door without the key, press the inside door lock button (1) or the central door lock switch (2) to the "Lock" position when the ignition key is in the OFF position, and close the door (3).
  • If you lock the door using the central lock switch (2), all doors will lock automatically.

✽ NOTICE

Always remove the key from the ignition, apply the parking brake, close all windows, and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.

Test yourself

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