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OPERATING YOUR VEHICLE
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Ignition Switch
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The ignition switch has the following four positions: LOCK This is the normal parking position. It is theonly position in which the key can be removed.
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You must push in the key to turn it to the “LOCK” position. It lo cks the ignition, and prevents normal use of the steering wheel after the key is removed.
To release the steering lock, insert the key and turn it clockwise to one of the other positions. If you have trouble turning thekey to unlock the steering, try turning the steering wheel slightly to the right or left while turning the key.
ACC Accessories such as the radio can oper-ate, but the engine is off.
ON This is the normal operating position. All electrical systems are on.
START This is the position for starting the engine using the starter motor. The key should bereleased from this position as soon as the engine starts.
Ignition key reminder (if equipped) A buzzer sounds intermittently to remind you to remove the ignition key if it is in theignition switch when the driver’s door is opened.
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WA R N I N G
To avoid possible injury, do not oper- ate controls by reaching through thesteering wheel.
EXAMPLE
Turn to “LOCK”
Push
WA R N I N G
• Never remove the ignition keywhile the vehicle is moving. The steering wheel will lock and you will not be able to steer the vehicle.(Continued)
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