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To park the vehicle, first bring it to a complete stop, fully
engage the parking brake, and then move the gearshift lever to
1st (on a uphill) or “R” (Reverse) (on a downhill) position, for
vehicles with a manual transaxle or set the selector lever to “P”
(PARK) position on automatic transaxle vehicles.To apply To release
When parking on a hill, apply the parking brake and turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade, away from
the curb on an uphill grade.
1- Pull the lever up without pushing the button at the end of
hand grip.
When the parking brake is set and the ignition key is in the
“ON” position, the brake warning light in the instrument
cluster will come on.
Before driving, be sure to release the parking brake.
1- Pull the lever up slightly.
2- Press and hold the button at the end of the hand grip.
3- Push the lever downward.
CAUTION
!Before driving, be sure that the parking brake is
fully released and brake warning light is off.
If a vehicle is driven without releasing the parking
brake, the brakes will be overheated, resulting in
ineffective braking and possible brake failure.
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NOTEWhen the gearshift lever (for vehicle with manual tran-
saxle) or the selector lever (for vehicle with automatic
transaxle) is in “R” position with the ignition key in the
“ON” position, the rear-view camera image will be dis-
played on the left portion of a type 4 mirror.
For details, refer to “Rear-view camera” on page 3-104.Adjust the inside mirror to maximize the view through the rear
window.
To adjust the vertical mirror position (Type 1, 3,
4 only)It is possible to move the mirror up and down to adjust its posi-
tion.NOTEThe position of a type-2 mirror cannot be adjusted up and
down.
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3 Outside rearview mirrors
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Adjust the outside rearview mirrors only after making any seat
adjustments so you have a clear view to the rear of the vehicle.
To adjust the mirror positionThe outside rearview mirrors can be adjusted when the ignition
key is in the “ON” or “ACC” position.
Move the lever (A) to the same side as the mirror you wish to
adjust.
Press the switch (B) to adjust the mirror position. NOTEAfter adjusting, return the lever to the “•” (off) position.
WA R N I N G
!Do not attempt to adjust the outside rearview mir-
rors while driving. This can be dangerous.
Be sure to adjust the mirrors before driving.Your front passenger’s side mirror is convex. The
objects you see in the mirror will look smaller and
farther away than they appear in a regular flat mir-
ror.
Do not use this mirror to estimate the distance of
vehicles following you when changing lanes.
L- Left outside mirror adjustment
R- Right outside mirror adjustment
1- Up
2- Down
3- Right
4- Left
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LOCKThe engine is off and the steering wheel is locked. The key can
be inserted and removed only when the switch is in this posi-
tion. ACCAllows operation of electrical accessories with the engine off. ON The engine runs and all accessories can be used.
START Engages the starter. After the engine starts, release the key and
it will return automatically to the “ON” position.NOTESome models are equipped with ignition switch illumina-
tion.
• The ignition switch illumination comes on while the
driver’s door is opened and remains on for about 30 sec-
onds after the driver’s door is closed.
• When you remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch, it will be illuminated for about 30 seconds.
However, it will go off even while the illumination
comes on if the ignition switch is turned to “ON” posi-
tion.
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code which the transponder
inside the key sends must match the one registered to the
immobilizer computer.
(Refer to “Electronic immobilizer” on page 3-3.)
Manual transaxle Automatic transaxle
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To remove the key
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For vehicles with a manual transaxle, when removing the key,
push the key in at the “ACC” position and keep it depressed
until it is turned to the “LOCK” position, and remove.For vehicles with an automatic transaxle, when removing the
key, first set the selector lever to the “P” (PARK) position, and
then turn the key to the “LOCK” position and remove it.
NOTEFor vehicles with an automatic transaxle, the key cannot
be removed unless the selector lever is set in the “P”
(PARK) position.
Manual transaxle
Automatic transaxle
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Key reminder buzzer
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If the driver’s door is opened while the ignition key is in the
“LOCK” or “ACC” position, a tone will sound.
Steering wheel lock
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To l o c kRemove the key at the “LOCK” position.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.To u n l o c kTurn the key to the “ACC” position while moving the steering
wheel slightly.
CAUTION
!Do not remove the ignition key from the ignition
switch while driving. The steering wheel will lock,
causing loss of control.If the engine is turned off while driving, the power
brake booster will stop functioning and braking effi-
ciency will be reduced. Also, the power steering sys-
tem will not function and it will require greater
effort to manually steer the vehicle.Do not leave the key in the “ON” position for a long
time when the engine is not running. This will cause
the battery to run down.Do not turn the key to the “START” position when
the engine is running. It will damage the starter
motor.
CAUTION
!Remove the key when leaving the vehicle.If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the key to the
“ACC” position to unlock the steering wheel.
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NOTEIf the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft lock may
sometimes make it difficult to turn the key from “LOCK”
position to “ACC” position. Firmly turn the steering
wheel to the left or to the right as you turn the key.
Starting
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Tips for starting Do not operate the starter motor continuously for longer
than 15 seconds as this could run the battery down or
damage the starter motor. If the engine does not start, turn
the ignition switch back to the “LOCK” position, wait a
few seconds, and then try again. Trying repeatedly with
the engine or starter motor still turning will damage the
starter mechanism.
If the engine will not start because the battery is weak or
discharged, refer to “Jump-starting the engine” (on page
6-2) for instructions.
The engine is warmed up enough for driving when the
coolant temperature gauge indicator starts to move. A
longer warm up period will only consume extra fuel.
WA R N I N G
!Never run the engine in a closed or poorly ventilated
area any longer than is needed to move your vehicle
out of the area. Carbon monoxide gas, which is
odorless and extremely poisonous, could build up
and cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION
!Do not push-start the vehicle.Do not run the engine at high rpms or drive at high
speeds until the engine has had a chance to warm
up.
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Starting the engineYour vehicle is equipped with an electronically controlled fuel
injection system, which automatically controls the release of
fuel. There is usually no need to depress the accelerator pedal
when starting the engine.
The starter should not be run for more than 15 seconds at a
time.
To prevent battery drain, wait a few seconds between attempts
to restart the engine.
Normal conditionsTo start your vehicle:
Make sure all occupants are properly seated with seat belts fas-
tened.
1. Insert the ignition key.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Press and hold the brake pedal down with your right foot.
4. Press and hold the clutch pedal all the way down (manual
transaxle).NOTEFor models equipped with a manual transaxle, the starter
will not operate unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed
(Clutch interlock). This is a safety feature.
5. On vehicles with manual transaxle, place the gearshift
lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.
On vehicles with automatic transaxle, make sure the
selector lever is in the “P” (PARK) position.
6. Turn the ignition key to the “ON” position and make cer-
tain that all warning lights are functioning properly before
starting the engine.
7. Turn the ignition key to the “START” position without
pressing the accelerator pedal. Release the key when the
engine starts. NOTEMinor noises may be heard on engine start-up. These will
disappear as the engine warms up.
Release the ignition key as soon as the engine starts.
Otherwise, the starter motor will be damaged.
CAUTION
!
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