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ENGINE START/STOP button (if equipped)

Operation

  1. OFF

    • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button in P to turn the vehicle off.

  2. ACC (Accessory)

    • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button once without depressing the brake pedal.

    • The steering wheel is unlocked.

    • The electrical accessories can be operated.

    • Turns off automatically after approximately 1 hour to prevent battery discharge.

  3. ON

    • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice without depressing the brake pedal.

    • The warning lights can be checked.

  4. START/RUN

    • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button whilst depressing the brake pedal in P (Park) or N (Neutral).

    • Start the engine in P (Park) for the safety.

Warning

  • Never press the ENGINE START/STOP button whilst the vehicle is in motion. This would result in loss of directional control and braking function, which could cause an accident.

  • Before leaving the driver's seat, always make sure the gear is shifted to P (Park) position, set the parking brake fully and shut the engine off. Unexpected and sudden vehicle movement may occur if these precautions are not taken.

  • Never reach for the ENGINE START/STOP button or any other controls through the steering wheel whilst the vehicle is in motion. The presence of your hand or arm in the area could cause loss of vehicle control, an accident and serious bodily injury or death.

  • Do not place any movable objects around the driver's seat as they may move whilst driving, interfere with the driver and lead to an accident.

Notice

  • If you leave the ENGINE START/STOP button in the ACC or ON position for a long time, the battery will discharge.

  • If you press the ENGINE START/STOP button without pressing the brake pedal, the engine will not start and the ENGINE START/STOP button changes as follow:

    • OFF → ACC → ON → OFF or ACC

ENGINE START/STOP button interlock system (if equipped)

The ENGINE START/STOP button will not change to the OFF position unless the vehicle is in P (Park).

Vehicles equipped with anti-theft steering column lock (if equipped)

The steering wheel is locked when:

  • The vehicle is in the OFF position

  • The doors are opened

Caution

In an emergency situation whilst the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times repeatedly within 3 seconds.

If the vehicle is still moving, to restart the vehicle:

  • Press the ENGINE START/STOP button when vehicle speed is 5 km/h (3 mph) or over.

Notice

  • If the steering wheel doesn't unlock properly, the ENGINE START/STOP button will not work. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button whilst turning the steering wheel right and left to release the tension.

  • You are able to turn off the engine (START/RUN) or vehicle power (ON), only when the vehicle is not in motion.

Starting the engine with smart key

The vehicle will check for the smart key when:

  • The vehicle doors are opened

  • The ENGINE START/STOP button is pressed

If the smart key is not in the vehicle, the indicator () and the message will appear on the instrument cluster.

Warning

The engine will start, only when the smart key is in the vehicle. Never allow children or any person who is unfamiliar with the vehicle touch the ENGINE START/STOP button or related parts. Pushing the ENGINE START/STOP button whilst the smart key is in the vehicle may result in unintended engine activation and/or unintended vehicle movement.

Caution

  • If the engine stalls whilst the vehicle is in motion, do not attempt to move the gear to the P (Park) position. If the traffic and road conditions permit, you may put the gear in the N (Neutral) position whilst the vehicle is still moving and press the ENGINE START/STOP button in an attempt to restart the engine.

  • Do not press the ENGINE START/STOP button for more than 10 seconds except when the stop lamp fuse is blown.

  • Do not turn the ignition switch to the START position with the engine running. It may damage the starter.

  • You can also start the engine when the gear is in the N (neutral) position, but for safety, be sure to start the engine only when the gear is in the P (Park) position.

Notice

  • If the battery is weak or the smart key does not work correctly, you can start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button with the smart key. When you press the ENGINE START/STOP button directly with the smart key, the smart key should contact the button at a right angle.

  • When the stop lamp fuse is blown, you cannot start the engine normally.

    Replace the fuse with a new one. If it is not possible, you can start the engine by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for 10 seconds whilst it is in the ACC position. The engine can start without pressing the brake pedal. But for your safety always press the brake pedal before starting the engine.