Q: How do you lock and unlock with the remote?

asked by on December 15, 2015

How do you lock and unlock with the remote?

Your two master keys do more than just let you manually open the door locks or the trunk, or turn the ignition. They also have remotes built into them. Here’s how to use them to lock or unlock your doors:

  1. Close all the doors (with the key outside the car).

  2. Press the lock button. You’ll see the lights flash.

  3. Press the lock button twice within five seconds and the car will beep to tell you that the security system is active.

To unlock your doors:

  1. Press the unlock button once to unlock the driver door

  2. Press the unlock button twice to unlock all the doors

Tips

  • Your doors will automatically relock if you don’t open one within 30 seconds of pressing unlock on the remote.

  • The interior light should come on when you press the unlock button.

If a door is open, the lock function on the remote will not work.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

Car making ticking noise
Hello. Diagnosing a noise is a hands-on job and requires listening when the engine is running. Diagnosis may require a stethoscope to check around while the car is running or possibly removing the engine belt. You could have a noisy...
My steering wheel locked now my car won't start
Hello. It sounds like you have a steering lock or ignition switch problem. Most of the time the switch fails which will turn the ignition off and lock the steering. I typically take the steering column apart to inspect the...
White smoke expelled from exhaust
The excessive fuel condition is from the exhaust regeneration system malfunctioning and should be diagnosed following updated diagnostic procedures for the check engine codes received. Follow technical service bulletin 09-10-02 for an updated procedures directive.
Plugged heater core
Hey there. The heater core may burst if you use too much pressure to try and purge the core of blockage. The core gets blocked from using the wrong fluid in the vehicle. The coolant will get all brown and...
I poured antifreeze in my car and it's still blowing out cold air when I turn the heater on
Hello. There are a couple of things to check here. When the antifreeze was added, was the cooling system thoroughly bled (with the heater turned to "Max" heat and fan? There could be air bubbles in the engine or heater...
What is the second switch called on my headlight switch?
Hi there. The second switch on that turn signal indicator is the parking lights. However, I understand what you're thinking about doing and would highly recommend purchasing a detailed wiring schematic for your Mitsubishi or a repair and service manual...
White smoke from exhaust, pretty sure its not head gasket?
With the information given, if the vehicle smoked before getting the fuel in the tank, then the head gasket could be blown causing the coolant to get into the exhaust system. If the smoke occurred after getting fuel, then it...
Check engine light
Hi There, Generally, the check engine light (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/check-engine-light-is-on-inspection) comes on when something fairly serious is going on with the vehicle. This can happen for many different reasons such as a faulty mass air flow sensor (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/mass-airflow-sensor-replacement), a faulty O2 sensor...
2006 Dodge Charger 3.5 v6 P0300
Code P0300 relates to an engine misfire. Engine misfires (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/engine-is-misfiring-inspection) can be caused by many different problems and are generally caused by either a spark or fuel issue or in some cases, a combination of both. Spark related problems generally...

Related articles

A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Infiniti M
The The 2012 Infiniti M combines luxury, performance and value into a stylish sedan. With numerous standard luxury features and drive-enhancing technology, this is one car that is sure to impress any driver in a number of ways. Key Features...
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Mini Cooper Hardtop
Key Key Features The standard 1.6 liter in-line four cylinder engine offers 121 horsepower at 6,000 rpm. While driving in the city, expect to get around 29 mpg while the driving on the highway will get you around 37 mpg....
A Buyer’s Guide to the 2012 Audi A6
The The 2012 Audi A6 provides the perfect combination of comfort and power. The contemporary design answers the need for great options and plenty of tech for today’s younger drivers that aren’t quite ready for those early bird discounts. Key...