SmartKey

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Belong to Vehicle Key Does Not Belong to Vehicle

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

You have put the wrong SmartKey in the ignition lock.
► Use the correct SmartKey.

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Possible causes/consequences and ► Remove Key

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

The SmartKey is in the ignition lock.
► Remove the SmartKey.

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Possible causes/consequences and ► You need a new key.

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

The SmartKey needs to be replaced.
► Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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Batteries Change Key Batteries

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

The batteries of the KEYLESS-GO key are discharged.
► Change the batteries.

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Key Don't Forget Your Key

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

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.

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display message)  Key Not Detected (Red display message)

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

The KEYLESS-GO key is not in the vehicle.
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.
► Engage 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.
► 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.

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message) Key Not Detected (White display message)

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

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:
► Change the location of the key with the KEYLESS-GO functions in the vehicle.
► Operate the vehicle with the SmartKey in the ignition lock.

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Vehicle Key Detected in Vehicle

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

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

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button out then Pull starting button out then insert key.

Possible causes/consequences and ► Solutions

The KEYLESS-GO key can continuously not be detected.
► Insert the SmartKey into the ignition lock and turn it to the desired position.
► Visit a qualified specialist workshop.

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    General notes
    If the vehicle can no longer be locked or unlocked with the SmartKey, use the mechanical key. If you use the mechanical key to unlock and open the driver's door, the anti-theft alarm system w ...