How a Jaguar Smart Key Works
Jaguar smart key is a great way to lock and unlock your vehicle from an extended distance. Like all electronic devices, it is powered by batteries.
If your Smart Key battery is beginning to degrade, your vehicle may indicate this by an increase in the range of its signals. The center of the message may display the alert "SMART KEY BATTERY LOW".
Keyless Entry
With this feature, you will be able to access your Jaguar without having to dig through your pockets or purse. The system uses proximity sensors to detect the Jaguar Smart Key fob, which will trigger your XE's automatic opening. Grab any door handle and the vehicle will open and arm itself when you come closer. You can lock your vehicle by pressing a button on the handle of the door or on the key fob after you leave the vehicle.
Additionally, you can use the Powered Gesture trunk lid feature of your Jaguar XE. This lets you open the trunk using a single gesture, which means you can carry bags, groceries or sporting equipment without needing to reach inside your wallet or purse to find the key. This is a great feature for people who spend a lot of 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 hazards lights will blink to indicate that it's been successfully connected.
The battery of the Jaguar Smart Key does not need to be replaced, unlike other smart keys. However, you may be able to notice that the range of the device starts to decrease, and it won't respond to commands immediately. If this happens, you need to replace the battery as soon as you can.
Panic Alarm
With your Jaguar Smart Key, you can quickly turn off your car alarm if it is playing at a high volume. This feature, called the panic button, may appear simple however it can come in handy in certain situations.
Press the Smart Key button with a symbol of a headlamp three times in three seconds to trigger panic mode. It will turn on the headlamps of the vehicle for 25 seconds and operate the alarm five times to dissuade a possible offender. After pressing the button, it will turn off the panic alarm.
Alternatively, you can use the Jaguar Activity Key to lock and unlock your vehicle, without the traditional Smart Key fob inside. Simply slide the Activity Key onto your wrist, close all doors, switch off your engine, then hold the Activity Key against the Jaguar emblem on your tailgate. The vehicle will be locked and the hazard lights on your vehicle will flash to show that it's secure.
If the battery in your Smart Key fob is low you will hear a warning and see "SMART Key Battery Low" that appears in the middle of the display. Remove the chrome cover from the key fob and slide out the CR2032 batteries. Replace them with new ones in the opposite direction.
Improved Security
Jaguar's keyless entry system is available on a number of its models, which eliminates the need for you to fiddle with your keys when you are getting ready to leave for your Irvine commute. The XE uses proximity sensor to identify your key fob when you drive towards the vehicle. It will unlock and deactivate the security system when you grasp the handle. This feature is especially helpful for those who lose their keys when on the go or have to manage multiple bags, keys, and children in the morning before driving to work.
You can also secure your Jaguar using its touch screen. Press the lock icon once to secure your car and activate its alarm. Press it two times to lock the vehicle twice. This will stop your vehicle from being unlocked or running even if someone breaks the window.
If you'd like to boost the security of your Jaguar you can utilize the Guardian Mode in the InControl Remote application. This feature will notify you to your smartphone when it detects any unusual movement of your vehicle. If the vehicle is being tampered with the alert will be sent to your mobile phone so that you can notify police immediately. This feature can help protect your Jaguar against theft and is offered on the majority of E-PACE F-PACE and I-PACE models.
Convenience
Jaguar smart keys can secure your vehicle, without you needing to press the knob. This allows you to leave your key in your bag or pocket. It can also remotely start your vehicle, allowing you to drive away to your Rumson or Colts Neck commute already warmed or cooled.
This feature is a great option for outdoor and sports enthusiasts who don't want put their keys in the car while they are biking or hiking. You can also utilize your smart key to control your car's climate control and seat settings, which allow you to customize your car before you enter your Jaguar.
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. Since they transmit a low-frequency signal, others could pick up the signal and open or start your car from afar.
It is, however, easy to avoid by using the remote start feature only when you're certain that you're in a secure place and you are certain that no one else will see your smart key. You can also trigger your alarm from a distance which will sound enough to scare off any possible thieves. G28 can also add an Activity Key to your smartkey to remove the need for an additional key fob when you're on the trail or mountain biking.