Starting the Engine
Automatic Transmission
Move the shift lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral). The
engine will not start in any other position. To restart
the engine when the vehicle is already moving, use
N (Neutral) only.
Notice: Do not try to shift to P (Park) if the vehicle
is moving. If you do, you could damage the
transmission. Shift to P (Park) only when the
vehicle is stopped.
Manual Transmission
The shift lever should be in N (Neutral) and the parking
brake engaged. Hold the clutch pedal to the floor and
start the engine. The vehicle will not start if the clutch
pedal is not all the way down.
Starting Procedure
1. With your foot off the accelerator pedal, turn the
ignition to START. When the engine cranks, let go
of the key. The idle speed will go down as the
engine gets warm.
The vehicle has a Computer‐Controlled Cranking
System. It assists in starting the engine and
protects components. If the ignition key is turned
to START and then released when the engine
begins cranking, the engine will continue cranking
for a few seconds or until the engine starts.
If the engine does not start and the key is held in
START, cranking will be stopped after 15 seconds
to prevent damage. To prevent gear damage,
cranking is not allowed if the engine is running.
Engine cranking can be stopped by turning the
ignition key to ACC/ACCESSORY or LOCK/OFF.
Notice: Holding the key in START for longer than
15 seconds at a time will cause the battery to be
drained much sooner. And the excessive heat can
damage the starter motor. Wait about 15 seconds
between each try to help avoid draining the battery
or damaging the starter.
2. If the engine does not start, wait about 15 seconds
and try again. Wait about 15 seconds between
each try.
When the engine has run about 10 seconds to
warm up, the vehicle is ready to be driven. Do not
run the engine at high speed when it is cold.
If the weather is below freezing (0°C or 32°F), let
the engine run for a few minutes to warm up.
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