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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Starting the Gasoline Engine
Place the transmission in the proper gear by moving the shift lever to P
(Park) or N(Neutral). To restart the engine when the vehicle is already moving,
use N (Neutral).
Notice: Do not try to shi ...
Passenger Safety Belt Reminder Light
When the vehicle is started this light flashes and a chime may come on to
remind the front passenger to fasten their safety belt. Then the light stays on
solid until the belt is buckled.
This ...
Antilock Brake
System (ABS)
This vehicle has the Antilock Brake
System (ABS), an advanced
electronic braking system that helps
prevent a braking skid.
When the engine is started and the
vehicle begins to drive away, ABS ...