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:
Traction Control
System (TCS)
The vehicle has a Traction Control
System (TCS) that limits wheel spin.
This is especially useful in
slippery road conditions. On a
rear-wheel-drive vehicle, the system
operates if it senses ...
Starting the Engine
If the vehicle is a hybrid, see the hybrid supplement for more information.
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The engine will not start in
any other position. To restart the engine w ...
Fast facts
1. Base 2.5L 4-cylinder models make 202 hp and 191 lb-ft of torque, with the
2.0T rated at 272 hp and 260 lb-ft and the 3.6L V6 at 321-hp and 275 lb-ft.
2. 0-60 times for each motor list at: 7.5, ...