Opening and Closing the Trunk Lid
Opening the trunk lid
Using the remote release button
Push the release button.
The remote release button function can be disabled by locking the doors using the transmitter, auxiliary key, or a request switch to prevent an intruder in the vehicle from opening the trunk.
To enable the remote release button operation, unlock the doors by using the transmitter, auxiliary key, or a request switch, or switch the ignition ON.
Using the electric trunk lid opener (With the advanced keyless function)
A trunk lid can also be opened while the key is being carried.
Press the electric trunk lid opener and raise the trunk lid when the latch releases.
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When opening the trunk lid with the doors locked, it may require a few seconds for the trunk lid latch to release after the electric trunk lid opener is pressed.
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The trunk lid can be closed when the doors are locked with the key left in the vehicle. However, to prevent locking the key in the vehicle, the trunk lid can be opened by pressing the electric trunk lid opener. If the trunk lid cannot be opened despite doing this procedure, first push the trunk lid completely closed, then press the electric trunk lid opener to fully open the trunk lid.
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If the vehicle battery is dead or there is a malfunction in the electrical system and the trunk lid cannot be unlocked, the trunk lid can be opened by performing the emergency procedure.
Refer to When Trunk Lid Cannot be Opened (Search).
Closing the trunk lid
Use both hands to push the trunk lid down until the lock snaps shut. Do not slam it. Pull up on the trunk lid to make sure it is secure.
