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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Ignition Modes
Off: Turns the ignition off.
• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once
when the ignition is in the on mode, or when the engine is running
but the vehicle is not in motion.
Accessory: Allows some electrical accessories to operate while the
engine is not running.
• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once.
On: All electrical circuits are operational. Warning lamps and indicators
are illuminated.
• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button once
from accessory mode.
• Without applying the brake pedal, press and release the button twice
from off mode.
Start: Starts the engine.
• Press the brake pedal, and then press the button for any length of
time. An indicator light on the button illuminates when then ignition
is on and when the engine starts.
Your vehicle may have remote start capability. Refer to Remote start in
the Keys and Remote Control chapter.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed increases, this helps to warm
up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically,
have your vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Before starting the engine check the following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on.
• Make sure the gearshift is in position P.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
2. Press the button.
ENGINE
START
STOP
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