Starting the Engine
Place the transmission in the proper gear.
If the vehicle has the keyless access system, the keyless access transmitter must be authenticated in order for the ignition control knob to turn. The transmitter can be authenticated either by putting your foot on the brake pedal or by pushing the ignition control knob in.
See also:
Second Row Passenger Belt Reminder Light
When the engine is started and the Trip/Fuel display is chosen, three gray
safety belt symbols come on and stay on for several seconds on the top of the
Driver information Center (DIC) to remind ...
Checking Engine Oil
It is a good idea to check the engine oil level at each fuel fill. In order
to get an accurate reading, the vehicle must be on level ground.
The engine oil dipstick handle is a yellow loop. See En ...
Checking Brake Fluid
Check brake fluid by looking at the brake fluid reservoir. See Engine Compartment
Overview .
The fluid level should be above MIN. If it is not, have the brake hydraulic system
checked to ...