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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Engine Air Cleaner/Filter
The engine air cleaner/filter is in the engine compartment on the driver side of the vehicle, near the front. See Engine Compartment Overview for more information on location. ...

Dual Automatic Climate Control System
The heating, cooling, and ventilation in the vehicle can be controlled with this system. The vehicle also has a flow-through ventilation system described later in this section. Climate Control ...

Sedan or Coupe
To lower one or both of the rear seatbacks: 1. Pull forward on the tab, on the outboard side of the seatback, to unlock the seatback. 2. Fold the seatback down. This allows access to the tr ...