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.

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High-Beam On Light
The high–beam on light comes on when the high-beam headlamps are in use. See Headlamp High/Low-Beam Changer for more information. ...

Additional Factors Affecting System Operation
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Windshield Washer
Pull the windshield wiper lever toward you to spray windshield washer fluid and activate the wipers. The wipers will continue until the lever is released or the maximum wash time is reached. When ...