DEFENDER

2022 Land Rover DEFENDER ENTERING THE VEHICLE Owner Manual

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1 2022 Land Rover DEFENDER ENTERING THE VEHICLE

2 SMART KEY OPERATION

7 SMART KEY SYSTEM TRANSMITTERS

8 OPENING AND CLOSING THE TAIL DOOR

9 SMART KEY DEACTIVATION

10 SMART KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT

11 SMART KEY CARE

2022 Land Rover DEFENDER ENTERING THE VEHICLE

SMART KEY OPERATION

WARNING
The smart key system uses Radio Frequency (RF) transmissions that could interfere with implanted medical devices. To avoid any possibility of interference between the system and the device, make sure that the device is kept at a safe distance. The distance should be at least 9 in (22 cm) away from any transmitter. In rare circumstances, interference may cause an implanted medical device to malfunction. Malfunction of implanted medical devices may cause injury or death.

NOTES

For more information on the locations of the security system transmitters, see SMART KEY TRANSMITTER LOCATIONS.

WARNING
Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. The vehicle can be operated when the smart key is inside the vehicle. Doing so may potentially result in an accident or unauthorized operation.

NOTES

The operational range of the smart key varies considerably, depending on atmospheric conditions and interference from other transmitting devices.
If any door, or the tail door, is unlocked ten times within a short period, the locking latch disables for approximately 1 minute.
A replacement smart key can be obtained only from a retailer/authorized repairer. The retailer/authorized repairer will require proof of identification and ownership. Notify a retailer/authorized repairer immediately if a smart key is lost or stolen.
The security system disarms automatically when the vehicle is unlocked with a smart key. However, if a door is not opened within 40 seconds, the security system re-engages the locks, and the alarm (where fitted) re-arms. Automatic re-locking and re-arming is a precautionary action to protect the vehicle when it is unintentionally left unlocked.
The vehicle is supplied with two smart keys. The smart keys act as remote controls for the locking and alarm system. The smart keys allow the vehicle to be locked, unlocked, and driven without the use of a conventional key. Each smart key also has an emergency key inserted in the smart key’s body. See EMERGENCY LOCKING, KEYLESS ENTRY, and STARTING THE ENGINE.

Use of the smart key to operate the vehicle locks:

Lock: Press to secure the vehicle. The vehicle locks. If power-fold mirrors are enabled, the mirrors fold in. See SINGLE LOCKING and DOOR MIRRORS.
Unlock: Press briefly to unlock the vehicle and disarm the alarm. The hazard warning lights flash twice to indicate that the vehicle is unlocked and the alarm is disarmed. The interior lights illuminate to assist entry to the vehicle. If power-fold mirrors are enabled, the mirrors unfold. See DOOR MIRRORS.
Headlights: When approaching the vehicle during darkness, press to switch on the headlights to provide approach illumination. Press again to switch the approach illumination off. The approach illumination preset delay period is 30 seconds. The delay period can be configured to provide illumination lasting between 0 and 240 seconds. See SYSTEM SETTINGS.
NOTES
Make sure the smart key is not left inside the vehicle before closing the tail door. The smart key may not be detected if kept inside a metal container or shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen. For example, a smartphone, laptop, including when inside a bag, or a games console. Also, if the vehicle is in an area of localized Radio Frequency (RF) interference, the smart key may not be detected. If the smart key is not detected inside the vehicle, the vehicle can still be locked. However, the vehicle does not automatically unlock. The vehicle unlocks only with another valid smart key.
Tail door: Press briefly to unlock the tail door. If the vehicle is locked and armed, all of the other doors remain closed and the exterior alarm remains armed while the tail door is open. Press the lock button (1) to lock the tail door when closed.
Panic alarm: Press and hold for 3 seconds, or press three times within 3 seconds, to activate the horn and the hazard warning lights. Once active for more than 5 seconds, the alarm can be canceled. Press the button and hold for 3 seconds, or press three times within 3 seconds. The panic alarm also cancels if a valid smart key is present when the START/STOP button is pressed.
Emergency key blade: Push the release button.
Emergency key blade: Pull to withdraw the key blade.
Emergency unlocks: Insert the key blade into the key barrel and rotate counter-clockwise to unlock the door.
Keyless unlock Press the button on the front of the door handle to lock the vehicle.

2-STAGE UNLOCKING

To unlock the vehicle and disarm the alarm system, press the smart key’s unlock button.

The vehicle unlocks in one of two ways:

2-stage unlocking on: Unlocks the driver’s door only. A second press is required to unlock the remaining doors and the tail door.
2-stage unlocking off: Unlocks all of the doors and the tail door on the first press.

To change the vehicle’s 2-stage unlocking status, press the smart key’s lock and unlock buttons simultaneously for 3 seconds. The hazard warning lights flash twice to confirm the change.

2-stage unlocking can also be set via the Vehicle menu on the touchscreen. See SYSTEM SETTINGS.

NOTES
If an audible warning sounds when the vehicle is unlocked, there may be a fault with the alarm sensors. Consult a retailer/authorized repairer as soon as possible.

KEYLESS ENTRY

WARNING
The smart key system uses Radio Frequency (RF) transmissions that could interfere with implanted medical devices. Make sure that the device is kept at a safe distance of at least 9 in (22 cm) away from any transmitter. This is to avoid any possibility of interference between the system and the device. The RFs and field strengths used by the keyless entry system operate well within required medical standards for radiated emissions. In rare circumstances, interference may cause an implanted medical device to malfunction, potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

For information concerning the location of the security system transmitters, see SMART KEY TRANSMITTER LOCATIONS.

NOTES
The smart key may not be detected if it is shielded by metal and/or devices with LCD screens. For example, a smartphone, a laptop, or a games console. Keep the smart key clear of such devices when attempting keyless entry, keyless locking, or push button start.

NOTES
The smart key only needs to be on the driver’s person, or in a nearby non-metallic bag or briefcase. The smart key does not need to be exposed or handled.

Keyless entry allows the vehicle to be opened if a smart key is within 60 in (1.5 m) of the door handle or tail door button.

The keyless entry system activates when the keyless unlock button on the door handle is pressed. Grip and pull the door handle to open the door. The vehicle unlocks, the alarm system disarms, and the hazard warning lights will flash twice to confirm unlocking. If the power-fold mirrors are enabled, the mirrors fold out.

NOTES
When 2-stage unlocking is the current security setting and a door other than the driver’s door is opened first, all of the doors will unlock. After entering the vehicle, and closing all of the doors, the vehicle scans the interior for a valid smart key. If a valid smart key is not detected, the instrument panel displays a warning message. If this situation occurs, use a valid smart key to carry out the engine-started backup procedure. See ENGINE START BACKUP.

ACTIVITY KEY

The activation key is a touchscreen wristwatch. The activation key is designed to support situations where the smart key might be obtrusive or difficult to keep secure. The activation key is waterproof to a depth of 131 ft (40 m) and is shockproof. Care should be taken during certain sporting activities, e.g., skiing, jet-skiing, or diving, to protect the activation key.

The activity key provides full keyless entry and keyless start functionality. See KEYLESS ENTRY, KEYLESS LOCKING, and STARTING THE ENGINE.

When the activation key is activated, the vehicle locks, the alarm system arms, and any smart key remaining inside the vehicle are disabled.

NOTES
Locking preference settings are retained when locking or unlocking the vehicle using the activation key, e.g., single or double locking. See SINGLE LOCKING.

ACTIVITY KEY TOUCH SCREEN USE:
The home screen displays the current time (1). Press and hold the screen for approximately 2 seconds to wake the home screen. Swipe downwards to bring up the next menu item. Swipe right to select the current menu item.

The battery charge level (2) is shown in the top right of the screen. If the activity key battery charge level drops below 30%, the screen displays a prompt to charge the activation key. The screen disables if the charge drops below 25% to preserve functionality.

NOTES
When left idle for a period of time, the activity key’s touchscreen switches off to preserve battery power.

RECHARGING THE ACTIVITY KEY:
The charging icon (3) is displayed when the activation key is being charged. A magnetic USB charge cable is supplied with the activation key to enable charging. Replacement charge cables are available at retailers or authorized repairers.

LOCKING WITH THE ACTIVITY KEY:

The vehicle must be switched off. After exiting the vehicle and closing the last open door, swipe upwards to access the activity key’s Locking menu. Press the lock icon to lock the vehicle. The hazard warning lights flash to confirm. If power-fold mirrors are enabled, they will fold in. Touch the home icon to return to the home screen.

NOTES
If a locking attempt is unsuccessful, an audible alert sounds. Check that all of the doors and the tailgate are closed and that the vehicle is switched off.

NOTES

If the tailgate of a locked vehicle is opened using the smart key, an audible alert may sound when re-closing the tailgate. Should this occur, fully unlock the vehicle before attempting to close the tailgate.

NOTES
When the vehicle is locked with the activation key, any valid smart key remaining inside the vehicle is disabled. Any valid smart key outside the vehicle remains enabled.

UNLOCKING WITH THE ACTIVITY KEY:
On returning to the vehicle, swipe upwards to access the activity key’s Locking menu. Press the unlock icon to unlock and disarm the alarm system. The hazard warning lights flash to confirm. If the power-fold mirrors are enabled, they unfold.

NOTES
When the vehicle is unlocked with the activation key, any valid smart key inside the vehicle re-enables.

TAILGATE OPERATION:

The tail door can be opened using the activation key. Swipe up from the home screen until the tail door icon is shown. Press the icon to open the tail door.

ALARM SOUND:

To sound the alarm, swipe up from the home screen until the hazard warning triangle is displayed. Press the triangle to sound the vehicle’s alarm. Press again to switch off. Alternatively, briefly touch the home screen three times in quick succession.

NOTES
The panic alarm cannot be canceled during the first 5 seconds of operation. Once these 5 seconds have passed, the panic function on the smart key will de-activate the panic alarm.

WET MODE:

Wet mode inhibits the screen to prevent accidental operation when submerged in water, or subjected to water splashes. Swipe up from the home screen until the water drop symbol is displayed. Press the drop to activate wet mode. To exit wet mode, touch the screen four times in quick succession. A progress bar confirms screen touches until the screen is unlocked.

SETTINGS:

Swipe up from the home screen until the Settings cog wheel is displayed. Pressing the cog wheel will display a clock face icon, from which the displayed time can be adjusted.

CONVENIENCE MODE

When the driver’s door is opened using either the smart key or keyless entry, the vehicle’s electrical system initiates convenience mode. The following systems become functional:

Seat position memory.
Seat and steering column adjustment.
Interior and exterior lighting.
Instrument panel.
Auxiliary power sockets.

SMART KEY SYSTEM TRANSMITTERS

WARNING

Keep any implanted medical device at least 9 in (22 cm) away from any transmitter mounted in the vehicle. Doing so helps avoid any possibility of interference between the system and device. Interference may cause the implanted medical device to malfunction, potentially causing serious injury or death. For more information on the locations of the security system transmitters, see SMART KEY TRANSMITTER LOCATIONS.

OPENING AND CLOSING THE TAIL DOOR

WARNING

While the tail door is open, the locking latch is exposed. The tail door latch incorporates a soft-close mechanism to pull the tail door to its fully closed position. Do not attempt to manually close the latch, as it may also automatically soft-close and trap items or body parts.

WARNING

Do not drive with an open tail door at any time. Driving with an open tail door obscures the rear lights. Also, driving with an open tail door may result in persons or luggage falling from the vehicle. In either case, death or serious injury may occur.

WARNING
An open tail door obscures the rear lights. If available, place a warning triangle at a suitable distance behind the vehicle, facing toward oncoming traffic. See WARNING TRIANGLE.

CAUTION
Make sure there is sufficient space behind and at the side of the vehicle before operating the tail door. Insufficient opening space may result in damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION
Do not operate the tail door if a cycle rack is fitted to the vehicle. Remove any cycles and/or racks before operating the tail door. Improper use of cycle racks may cause damage to the vehicle.

CAUTION

Make sure the tail door is fully closed before the vehicle is driven, to prevent damage to the vehicle. For further information regarding the proper use of the tail door, refer to the tail door label. See LABEL LOCATIONS.

Opening the tail door:

Press the button on the rear of the handle to release the latch.
Pull to open the tail door.

NOTES

The tail door handle releases if all of the doors are unlocked and the gear selector is in the Park (P) position. With the gear selector in the Neutral (N) position, the tail door releases only if all of the doors are unlocked. Also, the ignition must be in convenience mode or switched off. The tail door handle does not operate the tail door if the gear selector is in any other position. See CONVENIENCE MODE.

NOTES
The tail door can be opened and held in any required position. Move the tail door to the required position and hold for approximately one second. The tail door mechanism helps to prevent movement of the tail door. Increased force is required to move the tail door from the held position or from the fully open position.

To close the tail door, move it to the closed position. The tail door automatically soft-closes to the fully closed position.

CAUTION
Do not slam the tail door as damage to the soft-close mechanism may result.

The tail door can also be released using the following methods:

The tail door button on the smart key. See SMART KEY OPERATION.
The tail door command on the activation key. See ACTIVITY KEY.

NOTES

The tail door does not release if the vehicle is traveling at, or above, approximately 3 mph (5 km/h).
f the smart key remains inside the loadspace when the vehicle is locked and the alarm is set, a warning is given. The warning indicates a mislock and the tail door unlatches after approximately 3 seconds.
If the tail door is pushed to a closed position, the vehicle searches for a valid smart key at the rear of the vehicle. If a valid smart key is not detected within 59 in (1.5 m) of the rear of the vehicle, the tail door re-opens, and an audible mislock warning sounds. Additionally, the tail door re-opens with an audible mislock warning sound if any smart key remains inside the vehicle when the tail door is closed.
The smart key may not be detected if it is shielded by metal and/or devices with LCD screens. For example, a smartphone, a laptop or a games console.
Make sure the tail door is fully closed before leaving the vehicle unattended. Visible and audible warnings indicate if the vehicle is locked and the alarm is armed. If there are no visible or audible warnings upon closing the tail door, the vehicle may be unprotected.

SMART KEY DEACTIVATION

Key deactivation is intended to secure keys that have been stored in the vehicle. A deactivated key will not start the vehicle. Keys become deactivated when left inside the vehicle when the alarm is armed. For example, if the vehicle is locked by another key, or if keyless locking arms the alarm. Keys become deactivated if left inside the vehicle when closing the tailgate, trunk lid or tail door while the alarm is armed.

To reactivate a key:

Start the vehicle using another activated smart key or activation key, or
Unlock the vehicle using the InControl Remote application.

SMART KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT

Make sure the following warnings have been read and fully understood before using components with coin or button cell batteries. Failure to follow the guidelines could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING
Chemical burn hazard. Batteries can cause severe internal burns within 2 hours of swallowing and may result in death. If it is suspected that a battery may have been swallowed or placed inside any part of the body, seek medical advice immediately.

WARNING
Keep new and used batteries away from children.

WARNING
If the battery compartment does not close securely, stop using the product and keep the product away from children.

The instrument panel displays a warning message if the smart key battery needs replacing. A depleted smart key battery significantly decreases its effective range.

Push the button on the smart key, to remove the emergency key blade.
Pull the emergency key blade in the direction of the arrow.
Use the emergency key blade to separate the smart key’s body.
Remove the battery and press the upper positive terminal until the negative grid is touched. Upon recovering the position of the terminal, the coin cell shall have firm positive contact with the upper terminal.
Fit a new and unused CR2032 type battery, available from a retailer/authorized repairer, with the positive (+) side upward.
For cars with passive entry: after replacing the battery, allow 10 minutes for the internal battery to recharge before testing the smart key function.

NOTES
Avoid touching the new battery. Moisture or oil from fingers can reduce battery life and corrode the contacts.

NOTES
If the low battery warning does not extinguish, it indicates that the replacement battery is not in a new and unused condition. Refit the parts in reverse order. Make sure that the parts click securely into place.

Battery disposal: Batteries contain harmful substances and must be disposed of correctly. Seek advice on disposal from a retailer/authorized repairer and/or the local authority.

SMART KEY CARE

WARNING
To prevent accidental or unauthorized operation, never leave the smart key unattended in the vehicle. Never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. The vehicle can be operated when the smart key remains inside the vehicle. Unintended or accidental vehicle operation could cause injury or death.

CAUTION
Do not expose the smart key to extremes of heat, dust, or humidity. Extreme heat, dust, and humidity may damage the smart key.

CAUTION
Do not allow the smart key to come into contact with fluids. Fluids may damage the smart key.

CAUTION
Do not leave the smart key exposed to direct sunlight. Sunlight may cause damage to the smart key. The emergency key blade number is recorded on an attached label. Peel off the label and store it securely away from the vehicle. The operational range of the smart key depends on atmospheric conditions and interference from other transmitting devices.

NOTES
The Radio Frequency (RF) used by the smart key may be used by other devices, e.g., medical equipment. The use of these devices may prevent the smart key from operating correctly.

CAUTION
The instrument panel displays a warning if the smart key battery is depleted. If a smart key low battery warning occurs, replace the batteries in all of the smart keys. Replacing all of the smart key batteries prevents permanent damage to the smart keys.

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