Operating door locks from outside the vehicle

Using the mechanical key

Lock or unlock the door with the mechanical key. Use the mechanical key according to the following direction.

Press the lever located under the cover with the mechanical key. (1)
While pushing the lever so that the mechanical key does not fall out of the cover hole, slowly push it towards the rear of the vehicle and remove the cover. (2)
After removing the cover, only the driver's door can be locked or unlocked by using the mechanical key. (3)

Only the driver's door can be locked/unlocked using the mechanical key.

When removing the key cylinder cover, avoid scratching or breaking the plastic material.
If the key cylinder cover freezes and cannot be removed easily, lightly tap on the cover or try to warm the cover by placing your hands around it and blowing warm air on it.
Do not apply excessive force to the door and door handle.

Using the smart key

For more information, refer to the "Smart key" section in this chapter.

In cold and wet climates, door lock and door mechanisms may not work properly due to freezing conditions.
If the door is locked/unlocked multiple times in rapid succession with either the vehicle key or door lock switch, the system may stop operating temporarily in order to protect the circuit and prevent damage to system components.

In case of an emergency

In case of emergency such as when the battery is discharged, the only way to lock the door(s) is with the mechanical key from the outside key hole.

Doors without an outside key hole can be locked as follows:

Open the door.
Insert a small blade tool (e.g. screwdriver or similar) into the emergency door lock hole and turn it counterclockwise for left side door, or turn it clockwise for right side door.
Close the door securely.

If the electrical power door lock switch does not operate (e.g. discharged vehicle battery) and the trunk is closed, you cannot open the trunk until power is restored.