
INSTRUMENT LIGHTING
DIMMER
Note:
You disable the manual dimmer
when you adjust the setting to Auto
Dimming in the information display. See
Information Displays (page 91).
Note: If you disconnect the battery or it
becomes discharged, the illuminated
components will switch to the maximum
setting. Press repeatedly or press and hold until
you reach the desired level.
HEADLAMP EXIT DELAY
After you switch the ignition off, you can
switch the headlamps on by pulling the
direction indicator lever toward you. You
will hear a short tone. The headlamps will
switch off automatically after three
minutes with any door open or 30 seconds
after the last door has been closed. You
can cancel this feature by pulling the
direction indicator toward you again or
switching the ignition on. DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS WARNING
The daytime running lamps system
does not activate the rear lamps and
may not provide adequate lighting
during low visibility driving conditions. Also,
the autolamps switch position may not
activate the headlamps in all low visibility
conditions, such as daytime fog. Make sure
the headlamps are switched to auto or on,
as appropriate, during all low visibility
conditions. Failure to do so may result in a
crash. Type 1 - Conventional (Non-
Configurable)
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. The ignition is switched to the on
position.
2. The transmission is not in park (P) for vehicles with automatic transmissions
or the parking brake is released for
vehicles with manual transmissions.
3. The lighting control is in the off, parking
lamp or autolamps positions.
4. The headlamps are off.
Type 2 - Configurable
Switch the daytime running lamps on or
off using the information display controls.
See
Information Displays (page 91).
The daytime running lamps turn on when:
1. They are switched on in the information
display. See
Information Displays
(page 91).
2. The ignition is switched to the on position.
3. The transmission is not in park (P) for vehicles with automatic transmissions
or the parking brake is released for
vehicles with manual transmissions.
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Action
Message
See Using Traction Control (page 148).
Transmission Action
Message
Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Transmission malfunc-
tion Service now
The transmission is overheating and needs to cool. Stop your
vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so, switch the engine off
and allow the transmission to cool.
Transmission over-
heating Stop safely
Displays as a reminder to shift into park (P).
Transmission not in Park
Select P
Press the brake pedal to unlock the transmission.
Press brake to unlock
gearshift lever
Displays when the transmission selector lever unlocks.
Gearshift lever unlocked
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Switching the Ignition On to
Accessory Mode
Press the push button ignition switch once
without your foot on the brake or clutch
pedal. It is on the instrument panel near
the steering wheel. All electrical circuits
and accessories are operational and the
warning lamps and indicators illuminate.
Press the push button ignition switch again
without your foot on the brake or clutch
pedal to switch the ignition off.
Starting Your Vehicle
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Press the push button ignition switch
until the engine starts.
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal during
engine starting stops the engine from
cranking.
Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
1. Move the gearshift lever to park (P).
2. Fully depress the brake pedal.
3. Briefly press the push button ignition switch. Note:
Releasing the brake pedal during
engine starting stops the engine cranking.
Failure to Start
The system does not function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The passive key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do
the following: 1. Open the floor console storage
compartment lid.
2. Remove the tray.
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3. Place the passive key flat on the
symbol at the bottom of the floor
console storage compartment.
4. With the passive key in this position, you can use the push button ignition
switch to switch the ignition on and
start your vehicle.
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
If the engine does not crank when the
clutch pedal has been fully depressed and
the push button ignition switch is pressed,
do the following:
1. Fully depress both the clutch and brake
pedals.
2. Press the push button ignition switch until the engine starts.
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal during
engine starting stops the engine cranking.
A message appears in the information
display.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
Briefly press the push button ignition
switch. Vehicles with Automatic Transmission
1. Move the gearshift lever to park (P).
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note:
The ignition, all electrical circuits and
all warning lamps and indicators will be
turned off.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving WARNING
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. When the ignition is
switched off, some electrical circuits,
including air bags, warning lamps and
indicators may also be off. If the ignition
was turned off accidentally, you can shift
into neutral (N) and re-start the engine. 1.
Press and hold the push button ignition
switch until the engine stops, or press
it three times within two seconds.
2. Move the gearshift lever to neutral and
use the brakes to bring your vehicle to
a safe stop.
3. With your vehicle stopped, move the gearshift lever to park (P) and switch
the ignition off.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to
restart your vehicle within 10 seconds of
switching it off, even if a valid passive key
is not detected.
Within 10 seconds of switching your vehicle
off, press the brake pedal and press the
push button ignition switch. After 10
seconds, you can no longer start your
vehicle if it does not detect a valid passive
key.
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Once your vehicle starts, it remains running
until you press the push button ignition
switch, even if your vehicle does not detect
a valid passive key. If you open and close
a door while your vehicle is running, the
system searches for a valid passive key.
You cannot start your vehicle if you open
the driver door and the system does not
detect a valid passive key.
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases. This helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
Note:
You can crank the engine for a total
of 60 seconds without the engine starting
before the starting system temporarily
disables. The 60 seconds does not have to
be all at once. For example, if you crank the
engine three times for 20 seconds each
time, without the engine starting, you
reached the 60-second time limit. A
message appears in the information display
alerting you that you exceeded the cranking
time. You cannot attempt to start the engine
for at least 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, you
are limited to a 15-second engine cranking
time. You need to wait 60 minutes before
you can crank the engine for 60 seconds
again.
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
• Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
• Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
• Make sure the parking brake is on. •
Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
• Switch the ignition key to position II. If
your vehicle is equipped with a keyless
ignition, see the following instructions.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal. If your vehicle is equipped with a manual
transmission, fully press the clutch
pedal.
2. Turn the key to position
III to start the
engine.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: If you cannot start the engine on the
first try, wait for a short period and try again.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note: You must have your intelligent access
key in your vehicle in order to shift the
transmission out of park (P).
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
The system does not function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start your vehicle, do
the following:
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1. Open the floor console storage
compartment lid.
2. Remove the tray. 3. Place the passive key flat on the
symbol at the bottom of the floor
console storage compartment.
4. With the passive key in this position, you can use the push button ignition
switch to switch the ignition on and
start your vehicle. Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you to
restart the engine within 20 seconds of
switching it off, even if a valid key is not
present.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engine
off, press the brake pedal and press the
button. After 20 seconds have expired, you
can no longer restart your vehicle without
the key present inside your vehicle.
Once your vehicle has started, it remains
running until you press the button, even if
the system does not detect a valid key. If
you open and close a door while your
vehicle is running, the system searches for
a valid key. You cannot restart the engine
if the system does not detect a valid key
within 20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after three
attempts, wait 10 seconds and follow this
procedure:
1. If your vehicle is equipped with an
automatic transmission, fully press the
brake pedal. If your vehicle is equipped
with a manual transmission, fully press
the clutch pedal and apply the
handbrake.
2. Move the transmission selector lever to park (P) (automatic transmission)
or neutral (manual transmission).
3. Fully press the accelerator pedal and hold it there.
4. Start the engine.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, this
feature automatically shuts down the
engine if it has been idling for an extended
period. The ignition also turns off in order
to save battery power. Before your vehicle
shuts down, a message appears in the
information display showing a timer
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AUTO-START-STOP (If Equipped)
The system reduces fuel consumption and
CO2 emissions by shutting down the
engine when your vehicle is idling, for
example at traffic lights. WARNINGS
The engine may restart
automatically if required by the
system.
Switch the ignition off before
opening the hood or performing any
maintenance. Failure to do so may
result in serious injuries due to automatic
engine restart. Always switch the ignition off before
leaving your vehicle, as the system
may have turned the engine off, but
the ignition will still be on and automatic
restart may occur. Note:
The Auto-Start-Stop indicator
illuminates green when the engine shuts
down. See Warning Lamps and Indicators
(page 87). It flashes amber with a message
when the driver needs to shift to neutral or
press a pedal. See Information Messages
(page 95). If it illuminates grey, the system
is not available. Using Auto-Start-Stop with a
Manual Transmission
To Stop the Engine
1. Stop your vehicle.
2. Shift into neutral.
3. Release the clutch and accelerator
pedal.
To Re-Start the Engine
Press the clutch pedal. Note:
To obtain maximum benefit from the
system, move the transmission selector
lever to neutral and release the clutch pedal
during any stop of longer than three
seconds.
Note: Auto-Start-Stop also comes with
stall recovery. If you fully press the clutch
pedal after stalling the engine, the engine
automatically restarts.
Using Auto-Start-Stop with an
Automatic Transmission
To Stop the Engine
1. Stop your vehicle in drive (D).
2. Release the accelerator pedal.
3. Maintain pressure on the brake pedal.
Note: If your vehicle is in an engine off
Auto-Start-Stop state and you move the
transmission to reverse (R) while the brake
pedal is not pressed, a message will appear
on your instrument cluster. Press the brake
pedal within 10 seconds or you will need to
shift to park (P). A manual restart will be
required.
Note: If the Shift to P, Restart Engine
message appears and the amber
Auto-Start-Stop indicator flashes,
automatic restart is not available. You must
restart your vehicle manually.
To Re-Start the Engine
Release the brake pedal or press the
accelerator pedal.
Limitations of Use
The system may not shut down the engine
under certain conditions, for example:
• Low engine operating temperature.
• To maintain the interior climate.
• The battery charge level is low.
• The outside temperature is too low or
too high.
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•
The driver door is opened.
• The driver safety belt is not fastened.
• The transmission is in Sport or Manual
modes (automatic transmission only).
The system may automatically restart the
engine under certain conditions, for
example:
• To maintain the interior climate, for
example air conditioning.
• The battery charge level is low.
• Your vehicle starts to roll downhill in
neutral.
• The driver safety belt is not fastened
(automatic transmission only).
• The driver door is opened (automatic
transmission only).
• The transmission is shifted out of drive
(automatic transmission only).
Switching the System On and Off When you switch the ignition on,
the system automatically turns
on.
To switch the system off, press the switch
and the word OFF illuminates. Press again
to switch the system back on. The system
only switches off for the current ignition
cycle.
Note: The system may not function if you
leave electrical equipment connected with
the ignition off.
Note: For vehicles with Auto-Start-Stop,
the battery requirement is different. Replace
it with one of exactly the same specification
as the original.
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