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Auto Stop may be deactivated if:
A minimum vehicle speed is not
reached.
The engine or transmission is
not at the required operating
temperature.
The outside temperature is not
in the required operating range,
typically between 10 °C (14 °F)
and 50 °C (122 °F).
The shift lever is in any gear
other than D (Drive).
The battery charge is low.
The interior comfort level has not
reached the required level for
the climate control system or
defog settings.
The Auto Stop time is greater
than two minutes.
Engine Heater
The vehicle may have an engine
heater. The engine heater can help
in cold weather conditions at or
below 18 °C (0 °F) for easier
starting and better fuel economy
during engine warm-up. Plug in the
heater at least four hours before
starting the vehicle. An internal
thermostat in the plug end of the
cord will prevent engine heater
operation at temperatures above
18 °C (0 °F).
To Use The Engine Heater
1. Turn off the engine.
3. Open the hood and unwrap the
electrical cord. The cord is in
the driver side of the engine
compartment, near the battery.
It is shipped from the factory
with a tie holding it in place.
Use care in removing the tie so
that the cord is not damaged.
Driving and Operating
Check the heater cord for
damage. If it is damaged, do
not use it. See your dealer for
a replacement. Inspect the
cord for damage yearly.
4. Plug it into a normal, grounded
110-volt AC outlet.
Warning
Improper use of the heater cord
or an extension cord can damage
the cord and may result in
overheating and fire.
Plug the cord into a
three-prong electrical utility
receptacle that is protected
by a ground fault detection
function. An ungrounded
outlet could cause an
electric shock.
Use a weatherproof,
heavy-duty, 15 amp-rated
extension cord if needed.
Failure to use the
recommended extension
cord in good operating
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