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H:Press to lock both doors and the fuel
door. The turn signal indicators may flash
and/or the horn may sound on the second
press to indicate locking. To view available
settings from the infotainment screen, touch
Settings > Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock,
Start.
Pressing
Hmay also arm the
theft-deterrent system. See Vehicle Alarm
System 021.
If equipped with remote folding mirrors,
double pressing and holding
Hfor
one second may fold the mirrors. See
Folding Mirrors 024.
I:Press to unlock the driver door and the
fuel door. Press again within five seconds to
unlock both doors. When remotely unlocking
the vehicle at night, the headlamps and
taillamps may come on for about
30 seconds to light your approach to the
vehicle depending on the settings. To view
available settings from the infotainment
screen, touch Settings > Vehicle > Remote
Lock, Unlock, Start. The turn signal indicators
may flash to indicate unlocking.
Pressing
Iwill disarm the theft-deterrent
system. See Vehicle Alarm System 021.
If equipped with remote window operation,
double press
Iand hold for three seconds
to remotely open the windows, if enabled.
To view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
If equipped with remote folding mirrors,
double pressing and holding
Ifor
one second may unfold the mirrors. See
Folding Mirrors 024.
S:Press twice to start the engine from
outside the vehicle using the remote key.
See Remote Vehicle Start 012. The vehicle
can not be driven during a remote start. To drive the vehicle, press the brake pedal, then
press ENGINE START/STOP, with the remote
key in the vehicle.
7:
Press and release to initiate vehicle
locator. The exterior lamps flash and the
horn chirps three times. Press
7and hold
for approximately three seconds to sound
the panic alarm. The horn sounds and the
turn signal lamps flash for 30 seconds,
or until
7is pressed again or the vehicle is
started.
D: Press twice to release the hatch/
trunk. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
E: Press twice and continue holding
following the second press for
approximately one second to release the
hood. The vehicle must be in P (Park).
M: If equipped, press and releaseK,
then immediately press and hold
M
continuously to open the convertible top all
the way. Release the button to stop
movement. This button will only open the
convertible top.
If equipped, press and release
Qthen
immediately press and hold
Mto open
the engine compartment.

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Convertible Top
.Do not try to start the vehicle while using
the remote key to open the convertible
top. Release both the remote key button
and ENGINE START/STOP and wait a few
seconds before starting the vehicle
normally.
Keyless Access Operation
This Keyless Access system allows you to
unlock and unlatch the doors and hatch/
trunk without removing the remote key
from your pocket, purse, briefcase, etc. The
remote key must be within 1 m (3 ft) of the
trunk or door being opened. A touchpad is
located on the door handle.
The Keyless Access system can be
programmed to unlock both doors on the
first door handle touchpad press from the
driver door. Keyless Access can also be
turned Off. To view available settings from
the infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
If equipped with memory seats, remote keys
1 and 2 are linked to seating positions of
memory 1 or 2. SeeMemory Seats040. Keyless Unlocking
Press the door handle touchpad to unlock
and open the doors if the remote key is
within 1 m (3 ft). See
Door Locks014. To
view available settings from the
infotainment screen, touch Settings >
Vehicle > Remote Lock, Unlock, Start.
Disable/Enable Keyless Unlocking of Exterior
Door Handles and Trunk
If equipped, keyless unlocking of the exterior
door handles and trunk can be disabled and
enabled.
Disabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold
Qand
Kon the remote key at the same time for
approximately three seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash four times quickly to
indicate access is disabled. Using any
exterior handle to unlock the doors or open
the hood or hatch/trunk will cause the turn
signal lamps to flash four times quickly,
indicating access is disabled. If disabled,
disarm the alarm system before starting the
vehicle. Disabling Keyless Unlocking may
also be configured under Vehicle
Personalization. Enabling Keyless Unlocking:
With the vehicle off, press and hold
Qand
Kon the remote key at the same time for
approximately three seconds. The turn signal
lamps will flash twice quickly to indicate
access is enabled. Enabling Keyless
Unlocking may also be configured under
Vehicle Personalization.
Passive Locking
Keyless Access will lock several seconds after
all doors are closed if the vehicle is off and
at least one remote key has been removed
or none remain in the vehicle.
The fuel door will also lock.
If other electronic devices interfere with the
remote key signal, the vehicle may not
detect the remote key inside the vehicle.
If passive locking is enabled, the doors may
lock with the remote key inside the vehicle.
Do not leave the remote key in an
unattended vehicle.
If the vehicle is locked with a remote key
inside the vehicle, that remote key will be
disabled for starting the vehicle and other
keyless access operations. To re-enable that
remote key, press any button on that
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The passenger power door lock switch can
also be used to lock or unlock the doors.
The fuel door, hood, and hatch/trunk are
also locked and unlocked using either power
door lock switch.Convertible Shown, Coupe Similar
To open a door from the inside, press the
door unlatch button.
Loss of Vehicle Electrical Power
If the vehicle has lost battery power, open
the doors manually. From Inside the Vehicle
Pull the driver door release handle.
Pull the passenger door release handle.

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number of remote keys inside has not
reduced, the driver door will unlock and the
horn will chirp three times.
Lockout Protection can be manually
overridden with the driver door open by
pressing and holding
Qon the power door
lock switch.
Doors
Hood
Hood Release
{Warning
Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is
not latched completely. The hood could
open fully, block your vision, and cause a
crash. You or others could be injured.
Always close the hood completely before
driving. When the hood is not closed, the
vehicle will not exceed 42 km/h
(26 mph). Close the hood to drive faster
than 42 km/h (26 mph).
The hood compartment can be accessed in
several ways. Ensure the hood is clear of any objects
before opening.
This vehicle prevents from shifting out of
P (Park) when the hood is not closed. Close
the hood to shift out of P (Park). Confirm
the hood is closed by checking that the
hood is flush with the surrounding
components.
If the hood is closed but the ajar message is
still present, then the transmission lockout
can be overridden by holding the brake for
20 seconds and then shifting into D (Drive).
In this case, the vehicle will not exceed
42 km/h (26 mph). See your dealer for
service.
Driver Door Hood Latch Release Button
1. With the transmission in P (Park), press
Eon the bottom of the driver door
to release the hood.
2. From the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly until the gas strut system
automatically raises and holds it in the
fully open position.
3. The hood light and Open Hood message will display in the Driver Information
Center (DIC) when the hood is open.
Using the Remote Key
1. Press
Etwice on the remote key to
release the hood.
2. From the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly until the gas strut system
automatically raises and holds it in the
fully open position.
3. The hood light and Open Hood message will display in the Driver Information
Center (DIC) when the hood is open.

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Front Fascia TouchPad
1. Locate the touchpad in the grill openingnear the driver side headlamp.
2. Press the touchpad once to release the hood. The remote key must be within
1 m (3 ft) of the hood.
3. From the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly until the gas strut system
automatically raises and holds it in the
fully open position.
4. The hood light and Open Hood message will display in the Driver Information
Center (DIC) when the hood is open. Opening The Hood When There Is No
Electrical Power
The manual release cable should only be
used for service and/or emergency use, such
as a loss of vehicle electrical power.
To enter the vehicle in the event electrical
power has been lost, see
“Loss of Vehicle
Electrical Power” underDoor Locks 014.
1. Locate the manual release cable loop to
the left of the brake pedal.
2. Pull the manual release cable twice to release the hood.
3. From the front of the vehicle, lift the hood slightly until the gas strut system
automatically raises and holds it in the
fully open position. Emergency Hood Release Button
The underhood compartment is equipped
with a glow-in-the-dark emergency hood
release button. This button will glow
following exposure to light. Press the button
to open the hood from inside the underhood
compartment.
Closing the Hood
{Warning
Do not drive the vehicle if the hood is
not latched completely. The hood could
open fully, block your vision, and cause a
crash. You or others could be injured.
Always close the hood completely before
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driving. When the hood is not closed, the
vehicle will not exceed 42 km/h
(26 mph). Close the hood to drive faster
than 42 km/h (26 mph).
The hood is not heavy enough to latch
under its own weight. The hood will remain
open until the striker is pushed into the
latch. Ensure the hood is fully latched before
taking the vehicle out of P (Park). 1. Before closing the hood, be sure all filler caps are on properly, and all tools are
removed.
2. Ensure that all cargo is placed away from the emergency hood release
button.
3. Pull the hood down and set the striker gently into the latch.
4. Firmly press down on the front edge of the hood until the latch clicks twice.
5. Check that the hood is flush to the fascia to ensure the hood is fully closed. Storing Your Vehicle{Warning
The emergency hood release button
inside the underhood compartment will
not function when the battery is
disconnected or depleted. To avoid
personal injury or death, always keep the
hood fully closed and latched when
storing the vehicle. If the hood is not
latched, a person could climb into the
underhood compartment and
inadvertently close the hood. People
should never climb inside the underhood
compartment. Never shut the hood when
a person is inside.
See “Opening The Hood When There Is No
Electrical Power,” earlier in this section.
Hatch (Trunk)
{Warning
Components under the hatch, hatch
vents, and glass can get hot from running
the engine. To help avoid the risk of
burning unprotected skin, never touch
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Warning (Continued)
these components until they have cooled,
and always use a glove or towel to avoid
direct skin contact.
{Warning
Turn the vehicle off before opening the
hatch. If the engine is running with the
hatch open, you or others could be
injured.
Hatch/Trunk Release
The vehicle must be in P (Park).
{Warning
When opening or closing the hatch/trunk,
keep hands away from the closure area.
You or others could be injured.
To release the hatch/trunk:
{Warning
Vehicles equipped with a rear spoiler
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Off :Alarm system is disarmed.
On Solid : Vehicle is secured during the
delay to arm the system.
Fast Flash : Vehicle is unsecured. A door, the
hood, or the hatch/trunk is open.
Slow Flash : Alarm system is armed.
Arming the Alarm System
1. Turn off the vehicle.
2. Lock the vehicle in one of three ways:
.Use the remote key.
.Use the Keyless Access system.
.With a door open, pressQon the
interior of the door.
3. After 30 seconds the alarm system will arm, and the indicator light will begin to
slowly flash indicating the alarm system
is operating. Pressing
Qon the remote
key a second time will bypass the
30-second delay and immediately arm
the alarm system.
The vehicle alarm system will not arm if the
doors are locked with the mechanical key.
If the driver door is opened without first
unlocking with the remote key, the horn will
chirp and the lights will flash to indicate
pre-alarm. If the vehicle is not started, or the door is not unlocked by pressing
K
on the remote key during the 10-second
pre-alarm, the alarm will be activated.
The alarm will also be activated if the
passenger door, the hatch/trunk, or the
hood is opened without first disarming the
system. When the alarm is activated, the
turn signals flash and the horn sounds for
about 30 seconds. The alarm system will
then re-arm to monitor for the next
unauthorized event.
Disarming the Alarm System
To disarm the alarm system or turn off the
alarm if it has been activated, do one of the
following:
.PressKon the remote key.
.Unlock the vehicle using the Keyless
Access system.
.Start the vehicle.
To avoid setting off the alarm by accident:
.Lock the vehicle after all occupants have
left the vehicle and both doors are closed.
.Always unlock a door with the remote
key or use the Keyless Access system.
Unlocking the driver door with the key will
not disarm the system or turn off the alarm.
How to Detect a Tamper Condition
IfKis pressed on the remote key and the
horn chirps and the lights flash three times,
a previous alarm occurred while the system
was armed.
If the alarm has been activated, a message
will appear on the DIC.
Inclination Sensor and Intrusion Sensor
In addition to the standard theft-deterrent
system features, this system may also have
an inclination sensor and intrusion sensor.
The inclination sensor can activate the alarm
if it senses movement of the vehicle, such
as a change in vehicle orientation.
The intrusion sensor monitors the vehicle
interior, and can activate the alarm if it
senses unauthorized entry into the vehicle’s
interior. Do not allow passengers or pets to
remain in the vehicle when the intrusion
sensor is activated.
Before arming the theft-deterrent system
and activating the intrusion sensor:
.Make sure both doors and windows are
completely closed.
.Secure any loose items such as
sunshades.

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Storage
Storage Compartments
Storage Compartments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Glove Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Cupholders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Underhood Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Rear Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Center Console Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Tie-Downs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Convenience Net . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Storage Compartments{
Warning
Do not store heavy or sharp objects in
storage compartments. In a crash, these
objects may cause the cover to open and
could result in injury.
Glove Box
Press the button to open. The glove box locks when the car alarm is
armed. See
Vehicle Alarm System 021.
The glove box locks when Valet Mode is
enabled. See Vehicle > Valet Mode under
Settings 0150.
Cupholders
Press the top of the cover to access the
cupholders.

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Underhood Storage
There is storage in the front, under the
hood. To access the front storage, open the
hood. SeeHood017.
If equipped, the vehicle has a convenience
net to be used for small loads. Attach the
net to the hooks of the storage area. The
net should not be used to store heavy loads.
Rear Storage
Caution
Do not store sharp objects in the corners
of the rear storage compartments in the
trunk/hatch area. Trunk carpet and
components behind the carpet could be
damaged.
If equipped, the vehicle has a convenience
net to be used for small loads. Attach the
net to the hooks of the storage area. The
net should not be used to store heavy loads.
Rear Center Storage
There is storage in the center behind the
two front seats.
If equipped, there is a wireless smartphone
charger in the pocket.

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Center Console Storage
To open, press the button on the driver side.
Depending on the options, there may be
two USB ports and an auxiliary port inside.
The center console locks when the car alarm
is armed. SeeVehicle Alarm System 021.
The center console locks when Valet Mode is
enabled. See Vehicle > Valet Mode under
Settings 0150.
Additional Storage Features
Cargo Tie-Downs
The cargo tie-downs can be used to secure
small loads under the convenience net inside
the trunk.
Convenience Net
If equipped, the vehicle has two convenience
nets to be used for small loads. One in the
rear trunk area and one in the front storage
area. See Underhood Storage 070.
Attach the net to the hooks in the storage
area. The net should not be used to store
heavy loads.