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AUTO ENGINE STOP/START OPERATION
A fuel-saving stop/start system has been integrated with the 2.5L four-c\
ylinder engine. While driving, when the brake is applied and the vehicle is at a complet\
e stop, the engine may turn off, referred to as an Auto Stop, and the tachometer gauge will\
read AUTO STOP. The audio system, climate controls and other accessories will cont\
inue to operate. Upon releasing the brake pedal or applying the accelerator pedal, the en\
gine will restart. When the vehicle is turned off, the tachometer gauge will read OFF.
The engine may remain running or restart when the vehicle is stopped if:\
• A minimum vehicle speed is not reached.
• The engine or transmission is not at the required operating temperature.\
• The outside temperature is not in the required operating range.
• The shift lever is in any gear other than Drive (D).
• The battery charge is low.
• The climate control system requires the engine to run based on the curre\
nt settings.
• The Auto Stop time is greater than 2 minutes.
See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
CLIMATE CONTROL SETTINGS
Press the A/C button until the indicator is green to select the Eco air conditioning
setting. This setting will maximize the frequency and duration of Auto S\
tops.
Press the A/C button until the indicator is amber to select the Comfort air condition\
-ing setting. Auto Stops will be reduced in both frequency and duration.
See Climate Controls in your Owner’s Manual.
KEYLESS (PUSHBUTTON) STARTF
STARTING THE ENGINE
With the vehicle in Park or Neutral, press the brake pedal and then press and hold the ENGINE START/STOP button to start the engine. The button indicator will be green.
Note: The key fob must be in the vehicle to turn on the ignition. If the key fob battery is weak, place the key fob in the pocket in the center console to enable the engine to start. Replace the key fob battery as soon as possible. The vehicle cannot be started if the key fob is lost or damaged.
STOPPING THE ENGINE/OFF
Shift to Park and press the ENGINE START/STOP button to turn off the engine.
ACCESSORY MODE
With the engine off and the brake pedal not depressed, press the ENGINE START/STOP button to place the ignition system in the accessory mode. The button i\
ndicator will be amber.See Driving and Operating in your Owner’s Manual.
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