Move the shift lever to PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N) for an automatic transmission. For a manual tranmission the vehicle can be started in NEUTRAL (N) or any other gear as long as the clutch is depressed. To restart when you are already moving, use NEUTRAL (N) only.
The keyless access transmitter must be in the vehicle for the ignition to work.
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.
- For an automatic transmission, with your foot on the brake pedal, press the START button located on the instrument panel. For a manual transmission, while pressing in the clutch, press the START button. If there is not a keyless access transmitter present, the DIC will display NO FOB DETECTED. See ' DIC Warnings and Messages for more information. When the engine begins cranking, let go of the button. The idle speed will go down as your engine gets warm.
- If the engine does not start and no DIC message is displayed, wait 15 seconds before trying again.
If the battery in the keyless access transmitter is weak, the DIC will display FOB BATTERY LOW. You can still drive the vehicle. See "Battery Replacement" under Keyless Access System Operation for more information.
Notice: The engine is designed to work with the electronics in the vehicle. If electrical parts or accessories are added, you could change the way the engine operates. Before adding electrical equipment, check with your dealer/retailer. If you do not, the engine might not perform properly. Any resulting damage would not be covered by the vehicle warranty.
Stopping Your Engine
If your vehicle has an automatic transmission, move the shift lever to PARK (P) and press the ACC button located on the instrument panel. If the shifter is not in PARK (P), the vehicle will go into accessory mode and the DIC will display SHIFT TO PARK. Once the shifter is moved to PARK (P), the vehicle will turn off.
If your vehicle has a manual transmission, move the shift lever to REVERSE (R) and press the ACC button. If the shifter is not in REVERSE (R), the vehicle will go into accessory mode and the DIC will display SHIFT TO REVERSE. Once the shifter is moved to REVERSE (R), the vehicle will turn off.
If the keyless access transmitter is not detected while going to off, the DIC will display NO FOB - OFF OR RUN? .
See DIC Warnings and Messages for more information.
Notice: If you do not put a manual transmission in REVERSE (R) before exiting your vehicle, your vehicle will not be secured, the battery will drain and could be damaged. Always put a manual transmission in REVERSE (R) before shutting off the engine and exiting the vehicle.
