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Some equipment shown may not be included in your vehicle.
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Optional equipment
AU T O E N G I N E S T O P / S TA R T
The fuel-saving stop/start system automatically turns off the
engine, referred to as an Auto Stop, when the brake pedal
is pressed and the vehicle is at a complete stop, if operating
conditions are met. In Auto Stop mode, the
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symbol will
appear on the instrument cluster. When the brake pedal is
released or the accelerator pedal is pressed, the engine will
restart.
The engine may remain running when the vehicle is stopped if:
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A minimum vehicle speed was not reached prior to stopping.
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The engine or transmission is not at the required operating
temperature.
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The outside temperature is not in the required operating
range.
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The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).
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The battery charge is low.
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The climate control system requires the engine to run based
on the current settings.
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The Auto Stop has reached the maximum allowed time.
AUTO ENGINE STOP/START DISABLE
Press the
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Auto Stop button on the center console to
turn off the stop/start system. The button indicator is not
illuminated when the system is off.
The system automatically turns on each time the vehicle is
started.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual.
K E Y L E S S S TA R T
The Remote Keyless Entry transmitter (key fob) must be in the
vehicle to turn on the ignition.
START
With the vehicle in
Park or Neutral, press
the brake pedal and
then press the
ENGINE START/
STOP button to start
the engine. The green
indicator on the
button will illuminate.
Note: If the key fob battery is
weak, place the key fob in the forward cupholder in the center console to
enable the engine to start. Replace the key fob battery as soon as possible.
STOP/OFF
Shift to Park and then press the ENGINE START/STOP
button to turn off the engine.
Power will be available for 10 minutes to operate the audio
system until the driver’s door is opened and to operate the
windows and sunroof
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until any door is opened.
ACCESSORY
With the engine off and the brake pedal NOT depressed,
press the ENGINE START/STOP button to place the ignition
system in the Accessory mode. The amber indicator on the
button will illuminate.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner's Manual.
