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9. Insert the stamped end of the emergency tool stamped
with a part number into the specified location (C).10. Slowly move the emergency tool in the direction of the
arrow to unlock the tonneau panel.
C
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13. Slowly close the top until it touches the top edge of the
windshield.14. With the top closed, return the latch handles (E) until they
lock into position. Return the sun visors to their original
positions.
CAUTION
!
Be careful not to trap your hands and fingers when
closing the top.
WA R N I N G
!
Make sure the latch handles (E) are securely locked
in place. Driving the vehicle without first locking the
latch handles in position could cause the top to open,
resulting in a serious accident.
E
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17. While holding the rear window, turn the handle of the
valve (H) counterclockwise to release the pressure in the
valve. At this time, turn the handle until it can be turned
no further.NOTE
Do not operate either top switch after loosening the valve.18. While retaining the tonneau panel and the rear glass,
remove the emergency tool from the specified insertion
location in the tonneau hinge and close the tonneau panel.
NOTE
When you close the tonneau panel, hydraulic pressure
may make it stiff. Slowly press the tonneau panel down-
ward.
CAUTION
!
Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Oth-
erwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down
when you loosen the valve.
H
CAUTION
!
Be sure to hold the rear window while working. Oth-
erwise, it may, depending on its position, fall down.
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19. Step into the vehicle. Insert the stamped end of the emer-
gency tool into the specified location (C). Slowly move
the emergency tool in the direction of the arrow to lock
the tonneau panel.20. Close the rear window.
21. Pulling up the lining, remove the clips (I).
C
II
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3 Steering wheel tilt lock lever
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To adjust the steering wheel height, release the tilt lock lever
while holding the steering wheel by hand, and raise or lower
the steering wheel to the desired height.
After adjustment, securely lock the lever by pulling it upward.1- Locked
2- Released
WA R N I N G
!
After adjusting, make sure the lock lever is secured
in the locked (1) position.
Do not attempt to adjust the steering wheel while
driving. This can be dangerous.
When releasing the tilt lock lever {moving it to the
position (2)}, be sure to hold the steering wheel
firmly. Otherwise, the steering wheel may slip down
too suddenly.
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3 Ignition switch
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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.NOTE
Some 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.
NOTE
For 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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