< Previous | Contents | Next >
DRIVING AND OPERATING 215
. Check engine oil with every
refueling and add if necessary. Oil and fuel consumption may be
higher than normal during the first 2 400 km (1,500 mi).
. To break in new tires, drive at
moderate speeds and avoid hard cornering for the first
300 km (200 mi). New tires do not have maximum traction and may
tend to slip.
. New brake linings also need a break–in period. Avoid making hard stops during the first
300 km (200 mi). This is
recommended every time brake linings are replaced.
Ignition Positions
The vehicle has an electronic keyless ignition with pushbutton start.
The Remote Keyless Entry (RKE)
transmitter must be in the vehicle for the system to operate. If the
pushbutton start is not working, the vehicle may be near a strong radio
antenna signal causing interference to the Keyless Access system. See Remote Keyless Entry (RKE) System Operation
0 35.
To shift out of P (Park), the ignition must be on or in ACC/ACCESSORY,
and the brake pedal must be applied.
STOP once to turn the engine off.
If the vehicle is in P (Park), the
ignition will turn off, and Retained Accessory Power (RAP) will remain
active. See Retained Accessory Power (RAP) 0 222.
If the vehicle is not in P (Park), the ignition will return to ACC/
ACCESSORY and display a message in the Driver Information Center (DIC). When the vehicle is shifted into
P (Park), the ignition will turn off.
Do not turn the engine off when the vehicle is moving. This will cause a
loss of power assist in the brake and steering systems and disable the
airbags.
If the vehicle must be shut off in an emergency:
1. Brake using a firm and steady pressure. Do not pump the
brakes repeatedly. This may
deplete power assist, requiring increased brake pedal force.
