Driving Your Vehicle

Ignition Key Positions

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LOCK

To turn the ignition key to the LOCK position, insert the key into the ACC position, and then turn the key to the LOCK position. The ignition key can be removed in the LOCK position. (The shift lever must be in P (Park) for Smart Key system / vehicles with Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) / Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT).)

ACC

Electrical accessories can be used. The steering wheel is unlocked.

ON

This is the normal key position for starting the engine. All functions and accessories can be used. Warning lights can be checked when the ignition is turned on. Turn from ACC to ON.

Do not leave the ignition key in the ON position with the engine off, to prevent the battery from discharging.

START

To start the engine, turn the ignition key to the START position. The key returns to the ON position when released.

The engine will crank until the key is released.

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