Manual Transmission
The shift lever should be in neutral position and the parking brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal down to the floor and start the engine. The vehicle will not start if the clutch pedal is not all the way down.
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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. ...
Electric Parking Brake Light
For vehicles with the Electric Parking Brake (EPB), this light should come
on briefly as the engine is started. If it does not come on, have the vehicle
serviced by your dealer.
The parking b ...
Driving for Better Fuel Economy
Driving habits can affect fuel mileage. Here are some driving tips to get
the best fuel economy possible.
- Avoid fast starts and accelerate smoothly.
- Brake gradually and avoid abrupt stops.
- ...