Mechanical key

The Intelligent Key contains the mechanical key. To remove the mechanical key, release the lock knob on the back of the Intelligent Key.
To install the mechanical key, firmly insert it into the Intelligent Key until the lock knob returns to the lock position.
Use the mechanical key to lock or unlock the doors, trunk lid, glove box and rear seatback lock. See “Doors” and “Trunk lid” in this section, “Storage” in the “Instruments and controls” section, “Seats” in the “Safety — Seats, seat belts and supplemental restraint system” section, and “Upper tether anchor/key cylinder covers” in the “Maintenance and do-it-yourself” section of this manual.
CAUTION
Always carry the mechanical key installed in the Intelligent Key slot.
See also:
Interior light
The interior light has a three-position switch and
operates regardless of ignition switch position.
- When the switch is in the ON position (1) ,
the front and rear personal lights will illumin ...
Starting the vehicle
1. After starting the engine, fully depress the
foot brake pedal before moving the shift
selector out of the P (Park) position.
2. Keep the foot brake pedal depressed and
move the shift selecto ...
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped)
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off switch (if so equipped)
The vehicle should be driven with the Vehicle
Dynamic Control (VDC) system on for most driving
conditions.
If the vehicle is stuck in ...
