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When Driving
Models without smart entry system
Starting the Engine
Electric Parking Brake Switch
Brake Pedal
Clutch Pedal
Brake Pedal
* Not available on all models
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1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
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The parking brake and brake system
indicator (red) comes on for 15 seconds
when you pull up the electric parking
brake switch.
Continuously variable transmission models
2. Check that the transmission is in
depress the brake pedal.
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Although it is possible to start the vehicle
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Manual transmission models
2. Check that the shift lever is in
depress the brake pedal with your right
foot, and the clutch pedal with your left
foot.
The clutch pedal must be fully depressed
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to start the engine.
1Starting the Engine
Keep your foot firmly on the brake pedal when
starting the engine.
The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in
thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400
meters).
When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all
electrical accessories such as the lights, heating
system
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/climate control system
order to reduce battery drain.
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If you live in a region where winter is extremely cold,
an engine block heater will improve starting and
warming of the engine. Consult a dealer for details.
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If the exhaust system sounds abnormal or you can
smell exhaust gas inside the vehicle, have your vehicle
checked by a dealer. There may be a problem with
the engine or exhaust system.
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, and rear defogger in
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