Starter Switch Check
WARNING
When you are doing this inspection, the vehicle could move suddenly. If the
vehicle moves, you or others could be injured.
1. Before starting this check, be sure there is enough room around the
vehicle.
2. Firmly apply both the parking brake and the regular brake.
See Parking Brake.
Do not use the accelerator pedal, and be ready to turn off the engine immediately if it starts.
3. Try to start the engine in each gear. The vehicle should start only in P (Park) or N (Neutral).
If the vehicle starts in any other position, contact your dealer for service.
See also:
Twilight Sentinel
This feature automatically turns the lamps on and off. A light sensor on top
of the instrument panel makes the Twilight Sentinel® work, so be sure it is not
covered.
With Twilight Sentinel th ...
Off-Road Recovery
The vehicle's right wheels can drop off the edge of a road onto the shoulder
while driving.
Follow these tips:
1. Ease off the accelerator and then, if there is nothing in the way, steer
t ...
Leaving the Vehicle with the Engine Running
WARNING
It can be dangerous to leave the vehicle with the engine running. The vehicle
could move suddenly if the shift lever is not fully in P (Park) with the parking
brake firmly set. And, ...