How a Jaguar Smart Key Works

Jaguar smart key is a convenient method of locking and unlocking your vehicle from an extended distance. However, like all electronics it requires electricity, provided by batteries.

Your car may show an increase in the range of signals when your Smart Key battery begins to run out. The message center may also display the alert “SMART Key Battery Low”.

Keyless Entry

This feature lets you access your Jaguar without having to search through your pockets or purse. The system utilizes a proximity sensor to detect the Jaguar Smart Key, which will automatically open your XE. Grab any door handle and the vehicle will unlock and arm itself as you approach. You can lock your vehicle by pressing a button on the handle of the door or the key fob when you leave the vehicle.

You can also utilize the Powered Gesture trunk lid feature on your Jaguar XE. You can open the trunk using a gesture. This is ideal for carrying groceries sporting equipment or luggage around Gilbert without reaching for your wallet or purse. This is a great option for those who spend their time hauling gear around Gilbert and are exhausted of using their hands.

Hold the Activity Key against your trunk when you’re ready close it. The hazard lights will flash to show that it’s successfully connected.

The battery of the Jaguar Smart Key does not need to be replaced, unlike other smart keys. You might notice that your key fob’s range is decreasing and it does not respond immediately to commands. Replace the battery as soon as you notice this.

Panic Alarm

With your Jaguar Smart Key, you can easily turn off your car alarm when it is playing at a maximum volume. This feature, also known as the panic button may appear simple but it can be extremely useful in certain circumstances.

To activate your vehicle’s panic mode you need to press the button on your Smart Key with a headlamp symbol three times in three seconds. activity key jaguar will turn on the vehicle’s headlamps for 25 seconds and activate the alarm five times to dissuade the potential perpetrator. Pressing the button again turns off the panic alarm.

You can also use the Jaguar Activity Key without the Smart Key inside to lock and unlock the vehicle. Simply slip the Activity Key onto your wrist, shut the doors, turn off your engine and hold the Activity Key up against the Jaguar emblem on your tailgate. Your vehicle will then be locked, and your hazards lights will flash to show that your vehicle is secure.

If your Smart Key fob battery is getting low, you’ll hear a beep warning and see the message “SMART KEY BATTERY LOW” in the message center of your vehicle’s display. Remove the chrome cover from the key fob and then slide out the CR2032 batteries. Replace them with a new one facing up.

Increased Security

Jaguar offers a keyless entry feature on a variety of models, which eliminates the need to search for your keys before heading out for your Irvine commute. The XE utilizes a proximity sensor to detect your key fob as you arrive at the car. It will unlock and arm the security system when you grab the handle. This feature is especially useful for drivers who have lost their keys while driving or are forced to juggle bags with keys, keys and kids before taking a drive to work.

You can also lock Jaguar using the touchscreen. Press the lock icon one time to secure your car and activate the alarm. You can also press it twice to lock the vehicle in two places. This will stop your vehicle from being locked or running even if someone breaks the window.

If you’d like to enhance your Jaguar’s security you can utilize the Guardian Mode in the InControl Remote app. This feature will send an alert to your smartphone whenever it detects any suspicious movements of your vehicle. A notification will be directly sent to your smartphone if the vehicle has been damaged or altered. This allows you to notify the police immediately. This feature can help protect your Jaguar from theft, and it’s available on most E-PACE, F-PACE, and I-PACE vehicles.

Convenience

A Jaguar smart key can secure your car without you to use the knob which allows you to keep keys in a bag or pocket. It can also remotely start your vehicle so you can drive off to your Rumson or Colts Neck commute already warmed or chilled.

This feature is particularly convenient for outdoor enthusiasts who do not want to risk putting their keys to their car while biking or hiking. Your smart key can be used to alter your car’s temperature and seat settings. This allows you to modify the settings of your Jaguar prior to entering the car.

Although Jaguar’s smart keys are more secure than traditional key fobs, it is still advisable to be cautious when using them in public locations like gas stations or restaurants. They transmit a low-frequency signal that could be detected by others and used to unlock or even start the car.

This is easily avoided by only using the remote-start system only when you know you’re in a secure area and that no person else can see your smart key. You can also set off your alarm from a distance that will be loud enough to frighten away potential thieves. You can also add an Activity Key to your smartkey to remove the need for a keyfob when you are out hiking or mountain bicycling.