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Starting and Operating Instructions
Retained Accessory Power
Your vehicle has retained
accessory power, which allows
you to operate the following
electrical accessories for up to
20 minutes after you turn the
ignition off, unless a door is
opened:
• audio system
• windshield wipers
• power windows
• sunroof (if equipped)
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■ STARTING
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTICE
Your engine is designed to work
with the electronics in your
vehicle. If you add electrical
parts or accessories, you could
change the way the engine
operates. See your dealer
before adding electrical
equipment.
This damage would not be
covered by your warranty.
Engine Starting
Place the transmission in the prop-
er gear.
• To start a vehicle with an auto-
matic transmission, the gear
selector must be in P (Park) or
N (Neutral).
Use N (Neutral) to restart when
the vehicle is already moving.
NOTICE
Do not shift into P (Park) while
the vehicle is moving.
Otherwise, the transmission
could be damaged.