Driving Your Vehicle
6-6
Key Ignition Switch Positions
Switch
Position
Action
Notes
LOCK
To turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position, push the key in at the ACC
position and turn the key towards the
LOCK position.
The ignition key can be removed in
the LOCK position.
The steering wheel locks to protect
the vehicle from theft. (if equipped)
ACC
Some electrical accessories are
usable. The steering wheel unlocks.
If difficulty is experienced turning the
ignition switch to the ACC position,
turn the key while turning the steering
wheel right and left to release.
ON
This is the normal key position when
the engine has started. All features
and accessories are usable.
The warning lights can be checked
when you turn the ignition switch
from ACC to ON.
Do not leave the ignition switch in the
ON position when the engine is not
running to prevent the battery from
discharging.
START
To start the engine, turn the ignition
switch to the START position. The
switch returns to the ON position
when you let go of the key.
The engine will crank until you release
the key.