Any person fitted with an implanted medical device should make sure that the device is kept at a distance of at least 8,7 in (22 cm) away from any transmitter mounted in the vehicle. This is to avoid any possibility of interference between the system and the device. Interference may cause the implanted medical device to malfunction, causing serious injury or death. For more information on the locations of the security system transmitters, see SMART KEY TRANSMITTER LOCATIONS.
To prevent accidental or unauthorized operation, never leave children or animals unattended in the vehicle. The vehicle can be operated when the smart key is inside the vehicle.
The operational range of the smart key varies considerably, depending on atmospheric conditions and interference from other transmitting devices.
If any door, or the luggage compartment, is unlocked 10 times within a short period, the locking latch is disabled for approximately 1 minute. The vehicle is supplied with two smart keys. The smart keys act as remote controls for the locking and alarm system. They 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 body. See PASSIVE ENTRY, KEYLESS LOCKING, and STARTING THE ENGINE.
If power-fold mirrors are enabled, they unfold. Press and hold to activate the global opening. See GLOBAL OPENING.
When closing, if the vehicle is already locked and armed, the hazard warning lights flash after a few seconds to confirm that the alarm system is re-armed. See OPENING AND CLOSING THE POWERED TAILGATE.
Make sure the smart key does not remain in the vehicle before closing. It may not be detected if it is inside a metal container, or is shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen, e.g., a smartphone. Also, if the vehicle is in an area of localized Radio Frequency (RF) interference, it may not be detected. If the smart key is not detected inside the vehicle, the vehicle locks. The vehicle does not automatically unlock. The vehicle now unlocks only with another valid smart key.
Press and hold for 3 seconds (or press three times within 3 seconds) to activate the horn and the hazard 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.
When approaching the vehicle during darkness, press to switch on the approach illumination. Press again to switch the approach illumination off.
The approach illumination preset delay period is 30 seconds. This delay period can be configured to provide illumination lasting between 0 and 240 seconds. See INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU.
When replacing the door lock cover, locate the top retaining lugs first. Press down and inwards to locate the single bottom lug. The lug clicks into the locked position. Check the security of the cover. An insecure cover is likely to fall off while the vehicle is moving.
Notify your retailer/authorized repairer immediately if a smart key is lost or stolen. A replacement smart key can be obtained only from a retailer/authorized repairer. The retailer/authorized repairer will require proof of identification and ownership.
To unlock the vehicle and disarm the alarm system, press the smart key’s unlock button.
The vehicle unlocks in one of two ways:
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 Settings menu.
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 re-arms. Automatic re-locking and re-arming are precautionary actions to protect the vehicle when it is unintentionally left unlocked.
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.
Passive entry allows the vehicle to be opened if a smart key is within 39 in (1 m) of the door handle or the exterior trunk release button.
The smart key may not be detected if it is inside a metal container, or is shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen, e.g., a cellphone. Keep the smart key clear of such devices when attempting passive entry, passive locking, or push button start.
The smart key needs only to be on the driver’s person, or in a non-metallic bag or briefcase. It does not need to be exposed or handled. The passive entry sensor is located on the inner surface of the door handle. Grip and pull the door handle to open the door. The vehicle unlocks, the alarm system disarms, and the hazard warning lights flash twice to confirm unlocking. If power-fold mirrors are enabled, they fold out.
When a single-point entry is the current security setting and a door other than the driver’s door is opened first, all of the doors 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 message center displays the message, Smart Key Not Found. If this situation occurs, use a valid smart key to carry out the keyless start backup procedure. See ENGINE START BACKUP.
The activation key is a security wrist strap devised to support activities, e.g., swimming, when the smart key would be obtrusive or difficult to keep secure. The activation key is waterproof to a depth of 30 m and is shockproof. While the activation key is worn on the wrist, the smart key can remain inside the vehicle. When the activation key is activated, the vehicle locks, the alarm system arms, and any smart key remaining inside the vehicle are disabled.
Locking preference settings are retained when locking or unlocking the vehicle using the activation key, e.g., single or multi-point entry. See 2-STAGE UNLOCKING and GLOBAL OPENING.
The ignition must be switched off. After exiting the vehicle and closing the last open door, or the tailgate, the antenna for the activation key activates for 30 seconds. The antenna is located behind the letter R for the Rover of the tailgate’s Range Rover badge. The user has this time to place the activity key wrist strap against the letter R. When the security pairing is complete, the vehicle locks and arms the alarm system. The hazard warning lights flash to confirm. If power-fold mirrors are enabled, they fold in.
If a locking attempt is unsuccessful, an audible alert is given. Check that all of the doors and the tailgate are closed and that the ignition is switched off.
If the tailgate of a locked vehicle is opened using the smart key, or the gesture tailgate feature, an audible alert may sound when re-closing the tailgate. Should this occur, fully unlock the vehicle before attempting to close the tailgate.
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.
When returning to the vehicle, press the tailgate release button to reactivate the antenna. The antenna activates for 30 seconds, allowing the user to place the activity key wrist strap against the letter R. When the antenna recognizes the activation key, the vehicle unlocks and disarms the alarm system. The hazard warning lights flash to confirm. If the power-fold mirrors are enabled, they unfold.
When the vehicle is unlocked with the activation key, any valid smart key inside the vehicle re-enables.
Only the activity key initially used to lock the vehicle can re-enable a disabled smart key(s).
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:
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 the 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.
Before operating the tailgate, make sure that anyone in the vicinity does not have any part of their body in a position where it could be trapped. A soft-close mechanism draws the tailgate home to its fully latched position. Note that this soft-close feature does not incorporate object detection. If parts of the body become trapped, death or serious injury could occur. While the tailgate is open, the locking latch is exposed. Do not attempt to manually close the latch, as it may also automatically soft-close and trap items or body parts.
Make sure there is sufficient space above and at the rear of the vehicle, before operating the tailgate. Insufficient opening space may result in damage to the vehicle.
Do not operate the tailgate if a cycle rack is fitted to the tailgate. Remove any cycles and/or racks before operating the tailgate.
To operate the powered tailgate:
The external tailgate button operates if all of the doors are unlocked and the gear selector is in the Park (P) position. The external tailgate button operates differently when the gear selector is in the Neutral (N) position. In this situation, operation begins only if all of the doors are unlocked and the ignition is in convenience mode or switched off. The external tailgate button does not operate if the gear selector is in any other position.
The tailgate can also be opened or closed using the following methods.
The tailgate does not open if the vehicle is traveling at, or above, approximately 3 mph (5 km/h). After the tailgate has opened to its set height, it can be manually raised or lowered. If the tailgate fails to open or close correctly, close it manually and then press the tailgate release button again. As the closing tailgate approaches the closed position, it soft-closes to the fully closed position. The soft close feature draws the tailgate home to its fully latched position. If the vehicle was previously locked, the alarm re-arms. The hazard warning lights flash to confirm the alarm status. An audible confirmation may also be given.
If a tailgate button is pressed while the tailgate is opening or closing, all movement stops. However, if a button is pressed during the soft-close stage, the request is ignored. Object detection while opening: If an object is detected that would interfere with the tailgate opening, tailgate movement stops. Remove any obstructions and press the tailgate button again to open. Object detection while closing: If an object is detected that would interfere with the tailgate closing, tailgate movement stops. The tailgate then reverses to the fully open position, if able to do so. An audible warning is given to indicate a mislock. If the tailgate is open, remove any obstructions and press the tailgate button again to close the tailgate. If the tailgate is not open, press a tailgate release button to open the tailgate and then remove any obstructions. Once the obstructions have been removed, press the tailgate close button to close the tailgate.
If a valid smart key cannot be detected within 39 in (1 m) of the rear of the vehicle, the tailgate does not power close. An audible warning sounds to indicate a mislock.
If the tailgate is closed manually, the vehicle searches for a valid smart key. If no smart key is detected within 39 in (1m) of the rear of the vehicle, or a smart key remains inside the vehicle, an audible warning sounds. The warning indicates a mislock and the tailgate re-opens after approximately 3 seconds.
If 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 mis lock and the tailgate re-opens after approximately 3 seconds. The smart key may not be detected if it is inside a metal container, or is shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen, e.g., a smartphone.
The maximum opening height for the tailgate can be set as required. Setting a maximum height is useful in parking areas with very low roofs, or just for ease of use.
To set the maximum height as required:
To reset the tailgate:
Make sure that the standing area is stable and not slippery before performing the kick movement.
Do not make contact with the vehicle’s exhaust. The vehicle’s exhaust may be hot and can cause injury.
Make sure that there is sufficient space above and at the rear of the vehicle before operating the tailgate. Insufficient opening space may result in damage to the vehicle.
Do not operate the tailgate if a cycle rack is fitted to the tailgate. Remove any cycles and/or racks before operating the tailgate.
Sensors are positioned within the outer parts of the rear bumper. The sensors recognize the movement of a foot below the bumper level and allow the automatic opening or closing of the powered tailgate. To operate the gesture tailgate, approach the vehicle, and perform a smooth kick and return motion. The kick should last between 1 and 2 seconds and should take place within one of the vehicle’s two sensor areas, as illustrated. When a valid kick movement is recognized by the vehicle, the turn signals flash and the tailgate operates.
The gesture action is a smooth kick and returns motion, not a swipe motion.
If the ignition is switched on, the tailgate operates but the turn signals do not flash.
A valid smart key must be within 47 in (1.2 m) of the tailgate. The smart key may not be detected if it is inside a metal container, or is shielded by a device with a back-lit LCD screen, e.g., a smartphone. Keep the smart key clear of such devices when attempting the hands-free operation of the powered tailgate.
Certain conditions may affect the performance of the sensors, and movement beneath the bumper may not be detected. If this should happen, use the interior tailgate button or the smart key’s tailgate button. Check the operation of the gesture tailgate when the vehicle is in a new location. Unintentional opening: In exceptional circumstances, and if the smart key is within 47 in (1.2 m) of the tailgate, the powered tailgate may open unintentionally due to the following:
Drive-away locking automatically locks all of the doors when the vehicle reaches a set speed. The drive-away locking feature can be enabled or disabled via Vehicle settings in the instrument panel menu. See INSTRUMENT PANEL MENU.
After drive-away locking has taken place, press the door unlock or lock button to override the feature for the current trip. The unlock and lock buttons are located inside the front doors. See DOOR LOCKS AND HANDLES.
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:
The deployable side steps are full-length steps that are stowed below the side sills and under the vehicle. When the deployable side step is activated it automatically deploys if any of the doors are opened on the appropriate side. If doors on both sides are opened, both side steps deploy. The deployable side steps can be set via the touchscreen’s Sidestep menu. Select On or Off. See SYSTEM SETTINGS. The vehicle remembers the set status and a change to the status can be made at any time. When set to On, the side steps are activated in auto mode.
The deployable side steps do not deploy when the vehicle is traveling at more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the side steps are already deployed, they stow automatically when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h).
The deployable side steps return to their previous position if an obstruction is encountered during operation. If this occurs, the touchscreen displays a warning. If a further obstruction is met in the reverse direction, the steps will stop mid-state. Remove the obstruction before operating the side steps again.
Make sure the side steps are fully deployed and have completed their operation before stepping on the running boards. Failing to do so can cause the side steps to reverse direction.
After a side step has been deployed, automatic operation is activated under the following conditions:
When the vehicle is unlocked from the outside, the side steps deploy if the deployable side steps menu status is set to On. Operation of the side steps on one or both sides of the vehicle is dependent on the following unlocking status:
When the smart key or keyless entry is used to unlock the vehicle, and subsequently no door is opened, the side steps automatically stow after 1 minute.
The side steps can be deployed indefinitely to access the roof, clean, or access the jacking points. On the Side steps menu, select Roof access. The electric parking brake must be on and the vehicle unlocked to activate Roof access. The side steps deploy and remain in their deployed position until Roof access is deselected. The deployed position deactivates automatically, and returns to the automatic setting, if the vehicle speed exceeds 3 mph (5 km/h), or if the vehicle’s doors are locked.
Use Roof access mode to enable cleaning of the steps and the underside of the vehicle in a pull-through car wash, follow the steps above to activate Roof access mode. Once in Roof Access mode, release the electric parking brake. The vehicle can now move up to 3 mph (5 km/h) without the side steps stowing.
To prevent potential damage to side steps, the side steps do not deploy when the vehicle is in certain terrain response programs. Enabling Off-road operation mode allows the deployable side steps to continue operating in otherwise restricted terrain response programs.
Use of Off-road operation mode can result in damage to the vehicle in unsuitable terrain. Make sure there are no obstructions in the path of side steps before operating Off-road operation mode.
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.
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.
Keep new and used batteries away from children.
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.
To replace the battery:
Avoid touching the new battery. Moisture or oil from fingers can reduce battery life and corrode the contacts.
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.
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. Doing so could lead to serious injury or death.
Do not expose the smart key to extremes of heat, dust, or humidity. Do not allow the smart key to come into contact with fluids. Do not leave the smart key exposed to direct sunlight, as it could result in damage to the smart key.
The Radio Frequency (RF) used by the smart key may be used by other devices, e.g., medical equipment. The use of such devices may prevent the smart key from operating correctly.
The emergency key blade number is recorded on an attached label. Peel off the label and keep it safe, but not in the vehicle.
The operational range of the smart key varies considerably, depending on atmospheric conditions and interference from other transmitting devices.
To avoid permanent damage to the smart keys, replace the batteries in all of the smart keys simultaneously when the Smart Key battery low message is displayed.
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