Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without
turning the key to 4 (start). If there
is difficulty in turning the key,
rotate the steering wheel until the
key turns freely. This condition may
occur when:
• the front wheels are turned
• a front wheel is against the curb
2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then release the key as soon as the engine begins cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system that assists in starting the engine. After releasing the key from the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts.
Note: Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position
3. After idling for a few seconds, release the parking brake, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive.
Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the off position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping the accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above cranking speeds; this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel.
See also:
Important supplemental restraint system precautions
Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or
gently and the risk of injury from a
deploying airbag is greatest close to
the trim covering the airbag module.
WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, includi ...
Seat-mounted armrest and cupholders
Your vehicle is equipped with a rear
seat armrest. To fold the armrest
down, release the latch located on
the seatback by pressing down and
pulling forward.
To access the cup holders, lift ...
Special operating conditions
If you operate your vehicle primarily in any of the following
conditions,
you need to perform additional maintenance as indicated. If you
occasionally operate your vehicle under any of these con ...