2021 Polestar 2 Keyless Locking and Unlocking Owners Manual

Antenna locations for the start and lock system

Antennas for the keyless starting and locking systems are integrated in the vehicle.

Antenna locations for Digital Key:

In the lower section of the tunnel console on the passenger side

Antenna locations for the keyless system:

	In the storage compartment in the tunnel console
	In the upper front section of the left-side rear door
	In the upper front section of the right-side rear door
	In the cargo compartment

WARNING
Individuals with an implanted pacemaker should not allow the pacemaker to come within 22 cm (9 in.) of the locking systems’ antennas. The aim of this is to prevent disturbances between the pacemaker and the locking systems.

Closing and locking the tailgate using the buttons

The buttons on the underside of the tailgate can be used to close and lock the vehicle automatically.

NOTE

When operating the tailgate manually, open and close it slowly. If you encounter resistance, do not use force. This could lead to damage and loss of function.

Closing

Press the button on the lower edge of the tailgate.

> The tailgate will close automatically and remain unlocked.

NOTE

The button remains active 24 hours after the tailgate was opened. After this time, the tailgate must be closed manually.
If the tailgate has been open for more than 30 minutes, it will automatically close slowly.

Closing and locking

Press the button on the lower edge of the tailgate.

> The tailgate closes automatically and the vehicle is locked doors must be closed for the vehicle to be locked. .

NOTE

One of the vehicle’s keys must be within range for locking and unlocking to be possible.
When locking or closing is requested, three audible signals will sound if the key is not detected close enough to the tailgate.

Interrupting closing

Press the button on the dashboard.
Press the button on the key.
Press the close button on the lower edge of the tailgate.
Press the tailgate handle.
Using a foot movement.

Tailgate movement is interrupted and stops. The tailgate can then be opened or closed manually.

If the tailgate stops near the closed position, it will open the next time it is activated.

Pinch protection

If anything obstructs the tailgate with enough force to prevent it from opening or closing, pinch protection will be activated.

When opening – the tailgate will stop moving and a long audible signal will sound.
When closing – the tailgate will stop, a long audible signal will sound and the tailgate will return to the programmed maximum opening position.

WARNING

Be aware of the risk of injury when opening and closing.
Before opening or closing, make sure that no one is near the tailgate’s range of motion. Serious injury could occur.
Always operate the tailgate with caution.

Preloaded springs

WARNING
Do not open the preloaded springs. They are preloaded with high pressure and could cause injury or damage if opened.

Keyless door locking and unlocking

With keyless unlocking, the doors can be opened by grasping the door handle.

NOTE
One of the vehicle’s keys must be within range for locking and unlocking to be possible.

Pressure-sensitive indentation for locking.
Pressure-sensitive surface for unlocking.

Touch the button on the handle or grasp the handle

The vehicle will lock or unlock.

NOTE
Please be aware that the system could be activated in a car wash if the key is within range.

Automatic relocking

If none of the doors are opened within two minutes after being unlocked, they will automatically relock. This function reduces the risk of inadvertently leaving the vehicle unlocked.

Keyless locking and unlocking

With the keyless locking and unlocking function, the key only needs to be within range, e.g. in a pocket or bag, in order to unlock the doors and tailgate. The vehicle can be locked or unlocked by touching the door handle.

NOTE
Please be aware that the system could be activated in a car wash if the key is within range.

Keyless opening and closing of the tailgate using a foot movement

To make it easier to operate the tailgate when your hands are full, it can be opened and closed by moving your foot in a forward kicking motion under the bumper.

NOTE
One of the vehicle’s keys must be within range for locking and unlocking to be possible.

The sensor is located under the center of the rear bumper.

One of the vehicle’s keys must be within range behind the vehicle, approx. 1 meter (3 feet), for opening, to be possible. This applies even if the vehicle is unlocked in order to prevent the trunk lid from inadvertently opening e.g. at a car wash.

Foot movement operation

Kicking motion within the sensor’s activation area.

Make one forward kicking motion under the center of the rear bumper.

Take one step back, without touching the bumper.

A brief audible signal will sound when opening or closing is activated – the tailgate will open/close.

If several opening or closing attempts have been made without the key in range behind the vehicle, foot movement operation will not be available for a short period of time.

Do not keep your foot under the vehicle in a kicking motion. This may prevent activation.

Interrupting opening or closing using a foot movement

Make one slow forward kicking motion while the tailgate is opening or closing to stop its movement.

The remote key does not need to be within range of the vehicle to interrupt opening or closing.

If the tailgate stops near the closed position, it will open the next time it is activated.

NOTE
There is a risk of reduced or lost function if there are large amounts of snow, ice, dirt, etc. on the left-hand rear bumper. Make sure to keep the bumper clean. Please note that the system could be inadvertently activated in a car wash or similar if the key is within range.

Keyless tailgate unlocking

With keyless locking and unlocking, the tailgate can be unlocked by lightly touching the rubberized button on the tailgate handle.

NOTE
One of the vehicle’s keys must be within range behind the vehicle for unlocking to be possible.

The handle is located under the tailgate.

Lightly press the rubberized pressure plate on the underside of the tailgate handle.

The tailgate is now unlocked.

IMPORTANT

Only light pressure on the rubberized pressure plate is necessary to release the tailgate’s locking mechanism.
Use the handle to lift the tailgate and do not apply force to the rubberized pressure plate. Too much force can damage the pressure plate’s electrical connections.

Setting a maximum opening height for the tailgate

The tailgate can be set to stop opening at a certain height, for example, if the tailgate needs to be opened in a garage with a low ceiling.

Setting the max opening height

Open the tailgate to the desired opening height.

Press the button on the lower edge of the tailgate and hold for about 3 seconds.

Two brief audio signals will sound to indicate that the position has been stored.

NOTE
Halfway open is the lowest possible opening height setting for the tailgate.

Resetting to the maximum opening position

Open the tailgate to its fully open position.

Press the button on the lower edge of the tailgate and hold for about 3 seconds.

Two brief audio signals will sound to indicate that the stored position has been erased.

NOTE
If the system has been operating continuously for a long time, it will shut down to avoid overload. It can be used again after about 2 minutes.

2021 Polestar 2 Keyless Locking and Unlocking Owners Manual