Ignition switch
[For vehicles equipped with keyless operation system]
For information on operations for vehicles equipped with the keyless operation system, refer to “Keyless operation system: Ignition switch” on pages 1-11 and 1-18.
[Except for vehicles equipped with keyless operation system]
LOCK
The engine is stopped and the steering wheel locked. The key can only be inserted and removed in this position.
ACC
The engine is stopped, but the audio system and other electric devices can be operated.
ON
The engine is running, and all the vehicle’s electrical devices can be operated.
START
The starter motor operates. After the engine has started, release the key and it will automatically return to the “ON” position.
Note
► Your vehicle is equipped with an electronic immobilizer.
To start the engine, the ID code transmitted by the transponder inside the key must
match the code registered in the immobilizer computer.
Refer to “Electronic immobilizer (Antitheft starting system)”.
See also:
Disconnection and connection
To disconnect the battery cable, stop the engine, first disconnect the negative
(-) terminal and then the positive (+) terminal.
When connecting the battery, first connect the positive (+) terminal ...
Emergency starting
If the engine cannot be started because the battery is weak or dead, the battery
from another vehicle can be used with jumper cables to start the engine.
WARNING
To start the engine by use of jump ...
Traction control function
On slippery surfaces, the traction control function prevents the drive wheels
from excessive spinning, thus helping the vehicle to start moving from a stopped
condition. It also provides sufficien ...