
6
6. Driving Your Vehicle
Before Driving ........................................................................\
........................6-4Before Entering the Vehicle ........................................................................\
............. 6-4
Before Starting ........................................................................\
................................. 6-4
Engine Start/Stop Button ........................................................................\
..... 6-5
Vehicle Auto-Shut Off ........................................................................\
.......... 6-11
Operating Conditions ........................................................................\
..................... 6-11
Deactivating Conditions ........................................................................\
................ 6-11
System Operation ........................................................................\
............................ 6-11
Manual Transmission ........................................................................\
............6-12Manual Transmission Operation ........................................................................\
..... 6-12
Good Driving Practices ........................................................................\
...................6-14
Rev Matching ........................................................................\
................................... 6-15
Dual Clutch Transmission ........................................................................\
.... 6-18Dual Clutch Transmission Operation .....................................................................6-18
LCD Display for Transmission Temperature and Warning Message ................... 6-20
Parking .................................................................\
................................................... 6-26
Paddle Shifter (Manual Shift Mode) ..................................................................... 6-26
Good Driving Practices ........................................................................\
.................. 6-27
Brake System ........................................................................\
........................ 6-28Power Brakes ........................................................................\
.................................. 6-28
Disc Brakes Wear Indicator......................................................................\
.............. 6-28
High Performance Brake.......................................................................\
................. 6-29
Parking Brake ........................................................................\
.................................. 6-29
Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) ......................................................................6-31Electronic Stability Control (ESC) ........................................................................\
. 6-32
Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) ................................................................... 6-37
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) ........................................................................\
...... 6-38
Good Braking Practices ................................................................\
......................... 6-39
Electronic Control Suspension (ECS) ........................................................ 6-40
Electronic Limited Slip Differential ............................................................. 6-41
Warning messages ........................................................................\
......................... 6-42
N Button ........................................................................\
...............................6-43N1/N2 Button Settings ........................................................................\
................... 6-43
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-1 2021-09-14 9:42:13

Driving Your Vehicle6-4
Before Entering the Vehicle
• Be sure all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean and
unobstructed.
• Remove frost, snow, or ice.
• Visually check the tires for uneven wear and damage.
• Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
• Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
Before Starting
• Make sure the hood, the trunk, and the doors are securely closed and
locked.
• Adjust the position of the seat and steering wheel.
• Adjust the inside and side view mirrors.
• Verify all the lights work.
• Fasten your seatbelt. Check that all passengers have fastened their
seatbelts.
• Check the gauges and indicators in the instrument panel and the
messages on the instrument display
when the Engine Start/Stop button is
in the ON position.
• Check that any items you are carrying are stored properly or fastened down
securely.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH, take the following precautions:
• ALWAYS wear your seat belt. All
passengers must be properly belted
whenever the vehicle is moving.
For more information, refer to "Seat
Belts" in chapter 3.
• Always drive defensively. Assume
other drivers or pedestrians may be
careless and make mistakes.
• Stay focused on the task of driving.
Driver distraction can cause
accidents.
• Leave plenty of space between you
and the vehicle in front of you.
WARNING
NEVER drink alcohol or take drugs and
drive.
Drinking alcohol or taking drugs and
driving is dangerous and may result in
an accident and SERIOUS INJURY or
DEATH.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Just
one drink can reduce your ability to
respond to changing conditions and
emergencies and your reaction time
gets worse with each additional drink.
Driving while under the influence
of drugs is as dangerous or more
dangerous than driving under the
influence of alcohol.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or take
drugs and drive. If you are drinking or
taking drugs, don't drive. Do not ride
with a driver who has been drinking
or taking drugs. Choose a designated
driver or call a taxi.
BEFORE DRIVING
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-4 2021-09-14 9:42:19

06
6-5
OCN7060003OCN7060003
Whenever the front door is opened, the
Engine Start/Stop button will illuminate
and will go off 30 seconds after the door
is closed. (if equipped)
WARNING
To reduce risk of serious injury or death,
NEVER allow children or any person
who is unfamiliar with the vehicle to
touch the Engine Start/Stop button or
related parts. Unexpected and sudden
vehicle movement can occur.
WARNING
To turn the engine off in an emergency:
Press and hold the Engine Start/Stop
button for more than two seconds OR
rapidly press and release the Engine
Start/Stop button three times (within
three seconds).
If the vehicle is still moving, you can
restart the engine without depressing
the brake pedal by pressing the Engine
Start/Stop button with the shift lever in
the N (Neutral) position.
WARNING
• NEVER press the Engine Start/Stop
button while the vehicle is in motion
except in an emergency. This will
result in the engine turning off and
loss of power assist for the steering
and brake systems.
This may lead to loss of directional
control and braking function, which
could cause an accident.
• Before leaving the driver's seat,
always make sure the shift lever is in
the P (Park) position, set the parking
brake, press the Engine Start/Stop
button to the OFF position, and take
the Smart Key with you. Unexpected
vehicle movement may occur if these
precautions are not followed.
• NEVER reach through the steering
wheel for the Engine Start/Stop
button or any other control while the
vehicle is in motion. The presence
of your hand or arm in this area
may cause a loss of vehicle control
resulting in an accident.
ENGINE START/STOP BUTTON
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-5 2021-09-14 9:42:19

Driving Your Vehicle6-6
Engine Stop/Start button positions
- Vehicle with manual transmission
Button
Position Action Notes
OFF T
o turn off the engine, stop the vehicle
and then press the Engine Start/Stop
button.
The steering wheel locks to protect
the vehicle from theft. If the steering wheel is not locked
properly when you open the driver's
door, the warning chime will sound.
ACC Press the Engine Start/Stop button
when the button is in the OFF position
without depressing the clutch pedal.
Some of the electrical accessories are
usable.
The steering wheel unlocks. If you leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ACC position for more
than one hour, the battery power will
turn off automatically to prevent the
battery from discharging.
If the steering wheel doesn't unlock
properly, the Engine Start/Stop button
will not work.
Press the Engine Start/Stop button
while turning the steering wheel right
and left to release.
ON Press the Engine Start/Stop button
while it is in the ACC position without
depressing the clutch pedal.
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. Do not leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ON position when the
engine is not running to prevent the
battery from discharging.
START To start the engine, depress the clutch
and brake pedals and press the Engine
Start/ Stop button with the shift lever
in neutral. If you press the Engine Start/Stop
button without depressing the clutch
pedal, the engine does not start and
the Engine Start/Stop button changes
as follows:
OFF → ACC → ON → OFF or ACC
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-6
2021-09-14 9:42:19

06
6-7
Engine Stop/Start button positions
- Vehicle with dual clutch transmission
Button
Position Action Notes
OFF T
o turn off the engine, press the
Engine Start/Stop with shift lever is in
P (Park). The steering wheel locks to
protect the vehicle from theft. If the steering wheel is not locked
properly when you open the driver’s
door, the warning chime will sound.
ACC Press the Engine Start/Stop button
when the button is in the OFF position
without depressing the brake pedal.
Some electrical accessories are
usable.
The steering wheel unlocks. If you leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ACC position for more
than one hour, the battery power will
turn off automatically to prevent the
battery from discharging.
If the steering wheel doesn’t unlock
properly, the Engine Start/Stop button
will not work. Press the Engine Start/
Stop button while turning the steering
wheel right and left to release tension.
ON Press the Engine Start/Stop button
while it is in the ACC position without
depressing the brake pedal.
The warning lights can be checked
before the engine is started. Do not leave the Engine Start/Stop
button in the ON position when the
engine is not running to prevent the
battery from discharging.
START To start the engine, depress the brake
pedal and press the Engine Start/Stop
button with the shift lever in the P
(Park) or in the N (Neutral) position.
For your safety, start the engine with
the shift lever in the P (Park) position. If you press the Engine Start/Stop
button without depressing the brake
pedal, the engine does not start and
the Engine Start/Stop button changes
as follows:
OFF → ACC → ON → OFF or ACC
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-7
2021-09-14 9:42:19

Driving Your Vehicle6-8
Starting the engine
WARNING
• Always wear appropriate shoes when
operating your vehicle.
Unsuitable shoes, such as high heels,
ski boots, sandals, flip-flops, etc.,
may interfere with your ability to use
the brake and accelerator pedals.
• Do not start the vehicle with the
accelerator pedal depressed. The
vehicle can move and lead to an
accident.
• Wait until the engine rpm is normal.
The vehicle may suddenly move if
the brake pedal is released when the
rpm is high.
Information
• The engine will start by pressing the
Engine Start/Stop button, only when
the smart key is in the vehicle.
• Even if the smart key is in the vehicle,
if it is far away from the driver, the
engine may not start.
• When the Engine Start/Stop button
is in the ACC or ON position, if any
door is open, the system checks for the
smart key. If the smart key is not in the
vehicle, the “
” indicator will blink
and the warning "Key not in vehicle"
will come on and if all doors are closed,
the chime will also sound for about
5 seconds. Keep the smart key in the
vehicle when using the ACC position or
if the vehicle engine is ON. Vehicle with manual transmission:
1. Always carry the smart key with you.
2. Make sure the parking brake is
applied.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in neutral.
4. Depress the clutch and brake pedals.
5. Press the Engine Start/Stop button.
Information
Depress the brake pedal and clutch pedal
until the engine starts.
Vehicle with dual clutch transmission:
1. Always carry the smart key with you.
2. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
3. Make sure the shift lever is in P (Park).
4. Depress the brake pedal.
5. Press the Engine Start/Stop button.
Information
• Do not wait for the engine to warm up
while the vehicle remains stationary.
Start driving at moderate engine
speeds. (Aggressive accelerating and
decelerating should be avoided.)
• Always start the vehicle with your foot
on the brake pedal. Do not depress the
accelerator while starting the vehicle.
Do not rev the engine while warming
it up.
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-8 2021-09-14 9:42:19

06
6-9
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the vehicle:
• If the engine stalls while you are in
motion, do not attempt to move the
shift lever to the P (Park) position.
If traffic and road conditions permit,
you may put the shift lever in the N
(Neutral) position while the vehicle
is still moving and press the Engine
Start/Stop button in an attempt to
restart the engine.
• Do not push or tow your vehicle to
start the engine.
NOTICE
To prevent damage to the vehicle:
When the stop lamp switch fuse is
blown, you can't start the engine
normally. Replace the fuse with a new
one. If you are not able to replace
the fuse, you can start the engine by
pressing and holding the Engine Start/
Stop button for 10 seconds with the
Engine Start/Stop button in the ACC
position.
Do not press the Engine Start/Stop
button for more than 10 seconds except
when the stop lamp switch fuse is
blown.
For your safety always depress the
brake pedal before starting the engine.
OCN7N061250NOCN7N061250N
Information
If the smart key battery is weak or the
smart key does not work correctly, you
can start the engine by pressing the Engine
Start/Stop button with the smart key in
the direction of the picture above.
Turning off the engine
Vehicle with manual transmission:
1. Stop the vehicle and depress the
clut
ch and brake pedals at the same
time.
2. With the clutch and brake pedals depressed, put the shift lever in
neutral.
3. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to the off position and apply the parking
brake.
Vehicle with Dual clutch transmission:
1. Stop the vehicle and depress the br
ake pedal fully.
2. Make sure the gear is in P(Park).
3. Press the Engine Start/Stop button to the OFF position and apply the
parking brake.
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-9 2021-09-14 9:42:19

6-12
Driving Your Vehicle
OCN7N060001OCN7N060001
The shift lever can be moved without
pressing the button (1).
The button (1) must be pressed while
moving the shift lever.
Manual Transmission Operation
The manual transmission has 6
forward gears. The transmission is fully
synchronized in all forward gears so
shifting to either a higher or a lower gear
is easily accomplished.
WARNING
•
Before leaving the driver’s seat,
always make sure the shift lever is in
1st gear when the vehicle is parked
on a uphill and in R (Reverse) on a
downhill, set the parking brake, and
place the Engine Start/Stop button
in the OFF position. Unexpected
vehicle movement may occur if these
precautions are not followed.
• When parking on an incline, block
the wheels to prevent the vehicle
from rolling down.
To shift to R (Reverse), make sure the
vehicle has completely stopped, and
then move the shift lever to neutral
before moving into R (Reverse).
When you've come to a complete stop
and it's hard to shift into 1st gear or R
(Reverse):
1. Put the shift lever in neutral and release the clutch pedal.
2. Depress the clutch pedal, and then shift into first or R (Reverse) gear.
Information
During cold weather, shifting may be
difficult until the transmission lubricant
has warmed up.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION (IF EQUIPPED)
CN7 N HMA 6.indd 6-12 2021-09-14 9:42:20