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Smart Trunk

When a valid smart key stays near the rear bumper (within LF antenna range) for over 3 seconds, trunk will be opened.

NOTE: Activate the 'handsfree trunk' function from the User Setting Mode (USM) of the cluster.
  1. Rear bumper antenna constantly detects for a valid smart key nearby.
  2. If a valid smart key enters the rear bumper antenna range, the buzzer and hazard lamp will be activated once.
    NOTE:
    • Smart key unit can detect smart keys within 0.7 - 1 m from the rear bumper.
    • If the key stays within the range, the buzzer and hazard lamp will be activated once every second.
  3. If the Smart Key remains in the rear bumper detection range (antenna range) for over 3 seconds, alert buzzer and hazard lamp will be activated twice and the trunk will be opened.