Wireless Door Lock Control System: Precaution
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Scion xB. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- NOTICES WHEN CHECKING
- Power door LOCK/UNLOCK function:
The wireless remote control function operates only when the following 3 conditions are met.
- No key is inserted into the ignition key cylinder.
- All the doors are closed.
- The power door lock system operates normally.
HINT:
- The UNLOCK function operates even when a door is open.
- The UNLOCK function operates even when the key is inserted into the ignition key cylinder, however it must be in the OFF position.
- Remote panic function:
The wireless remote control function operates only when the following condition is met.
- The ignition switch is OFF.
HINT:
The key can be inserted, however it must be in the OFF position.
- The wireless door lock remote control operational area differs depending on the situation.
- The operational area differs depending on the operators and the ways the transmitter is held.
- In certain areas, the remote control function will only operate partially for the operational area will be reduced due to the vehicle body shape and the influence of the surrounding environment.
- Since the transmitter uses faint electric waves, strong electric waves or noise in the frequency used may reduce the operational area or the remote control may not function.
- When the battery weakens, the operational area is reduced or the remote control may not function.
HINT:
If the door control transmitter has been left in a place that is exposed to direct sunlight, such as on the instrument panel, it may cause the battery to weaken or cause other such problems.
- Power door LOCK/UNLOCK function: