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Before Starting the Engine - Continuously Variable Transmission Models
Models without smart entry system
1. Make sure the parking brake is
applied.
2. Check that the transmission is in
Park, then depress the brake pedal.
3. Turn the ignition switch to START
without depressing the accelerator
pedal.
Models with smart entry system
1. Make sure the parking brake is
applied.
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2. Check that the transmission is in
Park, then depress the brake pedal.
Although it is possible to start the
vehicle in Neutral, it is safer to start
it in Park.
3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP
button without depressing the
accelerator pedal.
Note: The engine is harder to start in
cold weather and in thinner air found at
altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 m).
When starting the engine in cold
weather, turn off all electrical
accessories such as the lights, climate
control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.
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Before Starting the Engine - Manual Transmission Models
Models without smart entry system
1. Make sure the parking brake is
applied.
2. Check that the transmission is in
Neutral. Then depress the brake
pedal with your right foot, and the
clutch pedal with your left foot. The
clutch pedal must be fully
depressed to start the engine.
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