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KEYLESS (PUSHBUTTON) START
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION
(NON-HYBRID MODEL)
The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter must
be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition.
STARTING THE ENGINE
With the transmission in Park or Neutral,
press the brake pedal and then press the
ENGINE START/STOP button. The button
indicator will be green.
On hybrid models, the illuminated
Vehicle Ready light indicates the vehicle is
ready to drive.
Note: If the transmitter battery is weak, place the transmitter in the pocket in the center console to
enable the engine to start. Replace the transmitter battery as soon as possible.
STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF
Shift to Park and press the
ENGINE START/STOP button.
ACCESSORY MODE
With the engine off and the brake pedal not depressed, press the
ENGINE START/
STOP button. The button indicator will be amber.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
A fuel-saving stop/start system has been integrated with the 1.5L four-cylinder engine.
While driving, when the brake is applied and the vehicle is at a complete stop, the auto-
matic engine stop/start system may turn off the engine, referred to as an Auto Stop. In
Auto Stop mode, the tachometer gauge will read AUTO STOP. The audio system, climate
controls and other accessories will continue to operate. Upon releasing the brake pedal
or applying the accelerator pedal, the engine will restart. After parking the vehicle and
turning off the engine, the tachometer gauge will read OFF.
The engine may remain running or restart when the vehicle is stopped if:
• A minimum vehicle speed is not reached.
• The engine or transmission is not at the required operating temperature.
• The outside temperature is not in the required operating range.
• The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).
• The battery charge is low.
• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the climate control
or defog setting. Select the ECO air conditioning setting (green A/C indicator) to
maximize the frequency and duration of Auto Stops.
• The Auto Stop time is greater than 2 minutes.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
