DASH-MOUNTED FEATURES
Ignition Switch
Your ignition switch has four positions:
• ACC (Accessory): With your key in this position you
can play the radio or use other accessories, but your
engine won't start.
• OFF: In this position all systems are off, and you can
remove your key.
• IGN & ACC: This position allows you to turn on the
engine and all accessory power.
• START: Starter activation to start engine.
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Headlamps
The headlamps are controlled by the control panel switch
showing the next symbol. When the headlights are ON,
the dash lights, side, and tail lamps are also on.
02977B
On vehicles equipped with daytime running lights (DRL), the
high-beam headlamps go on automatically at reduced
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PART 4: CONTROLS AND DISPLAYS
WARNING! Do not use daytime running lights
(DRL) during periods of darkness or reduced
visibility. Do not use DRL as a substitute for
headlamps or other lights during operations
that require lighting of your vehicle. Doing so
could lead to an accident involving death or
personal injury.
(R05/10)
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