2010 Suzuki Kizashi Owner's Manual - Page 31

BEFORE DRIVING NOTE: The keyless start system may not function correctly in certain environments or under certain operating conditions such as the following: • When there are strong signals coming from a television, power station or a cellular phone. • When the remote controller is in contact with or covered by a metal object. • When a radio wave type remote keyless entry is used nearby. • When the remote controller is placed near an electronic device such as personal computer. Some additional precautions you should take and information you should be aware of are: • Make sure the key is stowed in the remote controller. If the remote controller becomes unreliable, you will not be able to lock or unlock the doors, or start the engine. • Be sure that the driver always carries the remote controller. • If you lose one of the remote controllers, ask an authorized SUZUKI dealer as soon as possible for a replacement. Be sure to have your dealer program the new remote controller code in your vehicle's memory so that the old code is erased, or perform the programming procedure yourself according to the instructions in this section. • You can use up to four remote controllers and keys for your vehicle. Ask an authorized SUZUKI dealer for details. • The battery life of the remote controller is about two years, but it can vary depending on usage conditions. Remote Controller Reminder Function (for Trunk) This function prevents the remote controller from being left under a locked trunk lid. • If you attempt to lock the trunk lid with the remote controller left inside the trunk and the vehicle in the following condition, the function automatically unlocks and slightly opens the lid: - Vehicle is parked with all doors closed and locked. Trunk Inside Area Where Remote Controller Reminder Function (for Trunk) Works (1) 57L21019 CAUTION Check that you have the remote controller whenever you close the trunk lid, or there is a risk of leaving the remote controller inside the closed trunk lid. 2-12