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Starting and Stopping the Engine
STARTING AND STOPPING
PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
THE ENGINE – PRECAUTIONS
SWITCH
WARNING: Exhaust leaks may
result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger
compartment. If you smell exhaust
fumes inside your vehicle, have your
vehicle inspected immediately. Do not
drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
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Switching the Ignition Off
When the ignition is on or in accessory
mode, press the push button ignition
switch once without your foot on the brake
or clutch pedal.
WARNING: Extended idling at high
engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust
system, creating the risk of fire or other
damage.
Switching the Ignition to
Accessory Mode
WARNING: Do not park, idle or
drive your vehicle on dry grass or other
dry ground cover. The emission system
heats up the engine compartment and
exhaust system, creating the risk of fire.
When the ignition is off, press the push
button ignition switch once without your
foot on the brake or clutch pedal.
All electrical circuits and accessories are
operational and the warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
WARNING: Do not start the engine
in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes are toxic. Always
open the garage door before you start
the engine. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
Starting the Engine
Press the brake or clutch pedal and press
the push button ignition switch. An
indicator light on the button illuminates
when then ignition is on and when the
engine starts.
Note: The system may not function if the
passive key is close to metal objects or
electronic devices, for example keys or a cell
phone.
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the
engine idling for long periods, we
recommend that you do one of the
following:
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Open the windows at least 3 cm (1 in).
Set your climate control to outside air.
Note: A valid key must be inside your
vehicle to switch the ignition on and start
the engine.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
STARTING THE ENGINE
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
•
Make sure that the headlamps and
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
electrical accessories are off.
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•
Make sure that the parking brake is on.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
•
Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
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Make sure that the parking brake is on.
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Make sure that the transmission is in
neutral.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
STARTING A GASOLINE ENGINE -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
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Before starting your vehicle, check the
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
following:
Note: The engine may continue cranking
•
Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
•
•
Make sure that the parking brake is on.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
Make sure that the transmission is in
neutral.
1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Glow Plug Indicator
STARTING A HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE SYSTEM
The engine does not start until
the glow plug indicator turns off.
This may take several seconds
Before starting your vehicle, check the
following:
in extremely cold conditions.
•
Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
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•
Make sure the parking brake is on.
Make sure the transmission is in park
(P).
Before starting your vehicle, check the
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
following:
•
Make sure that the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
•
•
Make sure that the parking brake is on.
Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P).
1. Fully press the brake pedal.
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Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note: The green ready indicator illuminates
letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving. Since your vehicle is equipped
with a silent key start, the engine may not
start when your vehicle starts.
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When the engine starts for the first time
on your drive, the idle speed increases, this
helps to warm up the engine. If the engine
idle speed does not slow down, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
2. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note: The engine may continue cranking
for up to 15 seconds or until it starts.
Note: The engine takes longer to start at
lower temperatures. It may crank for several
seconds when very cold.
The system does not function if:
•
The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
Glow Plug Indicator
•
The key battery has no charge.
The engine does not start until
the glow plug indicator turns off.
This may take several seconds
in extremely cold conditions.
RESTARTING THE ENGINE AFTER
STOPPING IT
The system allows you to start the engine
within 10 seconds of switching it off, even
if it does not detect a valid passive key.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
Within 10 seconds of switching the engine
off, fully press the brake or clutch pedal
and press the push button ignition switch.
After 10 seconds, you can no longer start
the engine if the system does not detect a
valid passive key.
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When you start the engine, it remains
running until you press the push button
ignition switch, even if your vehicle does
not detect a valid passive key. If you open
and close a door when the engine is
running, the system searches for a valid
passive key.
4. Press the push button ignition switch.
STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
YOUR VEHICLE IS MOVING -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
WARNING: Switching off the
engine when your vehicle is still moving
results in a significant decrease in
braking assistance. Higher effort is
required to apply the brakes and to stop
your vehicle. A significant decrease in
steering assistance could also occur. The
steering does not lock, but higher effort
could be required to steer your vehicle.
When you switch the ignition off, some
electrical circuits, for example airbags,
also turn off. If you unintentionally switch
the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and
restart the engine.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
YOUR VEHICLE IS STATIONARY -
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
1. Shift into neutral.
2. Apply the parking brake.
3. Wait until the engine reaches idle
speed.
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4. Press the push button ignition switch.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
YOUR VEHICLE IS STATIONARY -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
1. Shift into park (P).
2. Apply the parking brake.
1. Press and hold the push button ignition
switch until the engine stops, or press
it three times within two seconds.
2. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3. Apply the parking brake.
3. Wait until the engine reaches idle
speed.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
STOPPING THE ENGINE WHEN
AUTOMATIC ENGINE STOP -
VEHICLES WITH: PUSH
BUTTON START
YOUR VEHICLE IS MOVING -
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNING: Switching off the
engine when your vehicle is still moving
results in a significant decrease in
braking assistance. Higher effort is
required to apply the brakes and to stop
your vehicle. A significant decrease in
steering assistance could also occur. The
steering does not lock, but higher effort
could be required to steer your vehicle.
When you switch the ignition off, some
electrical circuits, for example airbags,
also turn off. If you unintentionally switch
the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and
restart the engine.
WHAT IS AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP
Automatic engine stop is a feature that
switches the engine off if it has been idling
for an extended period to help you save
fuel.
HOW DOES AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP WORK
Automatic engine stop turns the engine
off. The ignition also turns off in order to
save battery power. Before the engine
shuts down, a message appears in the
information display showing a timer
counting down. If you do not intervene
within 30 seconds, the engine shuts down.
Another message appears in the
information display to inform you that the
engine has shut down in order to save fuel.
Start your vehicle as you normally do.
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1. Press and hold the push button ignition
switch until the engine stops, or press
it three times within two seconds.
SWITCHING AUTOMATIC ENGINE
STOP ON AND OFF
1. Press Settings on the touchscreen.
2. Press Vehicle settings.
3. Switch 30min max idle on or off.
2. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
3. Shift into park (P).
4. Apply the parking brake.
Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic shutdown. If you switch it off,
it turns on each time you switch the ignition
on.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
If it illuminates when the engine is running
OVERRIDINGAUTOMATICENGINE
STOP
You can stop the engine shutdown, or reset
the timer, at any point before the
30-second countdown has expired by
doing any of the following:
this indicates a malfunction. The On Board
Diagnostics system has detected a
malfunction of the vehicle emission control
system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be
occurring. Increased exhaust gas
temperatures could damage the catalytic
converter or other vehicle components.
Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration
and have your vehicle immediately
serviced.
•
Pressing the brake pedal or accelerator
pedal.
•
Pressing the OK or RESET button
during the countdown.
Note: You cannot permanently switch off
the automatic engine shutdown feature.
When you switch it off temporarily, it turns
on at the next ignition cycle.
Powertrain Warning Lamp
If it illuminates when the engine is running
this indicates a malfunction. If it flashes
when you are driving, immediately reduce
the vehicle speed. Avoid heavy
STARTING AND STOPPING
THE ENGINE –
acceleration and deceleration and have
TROUBLESHOOTING
your vehicle immediately serviced.
If both lamps illuminate when the engine
is running, stop your vehicle as soon as it
is safe to do so. Continuing to drive your
vehicle may cause reduced power or the
engine to stop. Switch the ignition off and
attempt to restart the engine. Have your
vehicle immediately checked.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – WARNING LAMPS
Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Check Engine
STARTING AND STOPPING THE ENGINE – INFORMATION MESSAGES
Message
Action
Cranking time exceeded Displays if you exceed the starting time limit. You cannot
attempt to start the engine for 15 minutes. If you cannot start
the engine after 15 minutes passes, have your vehicle imme-
diately checked.
Starting system
malfunction
Displays if you are unable to start your vehicle with a correctly
coded key. The system has detected a fault that requires
service. Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
No key detected
Displays if the system does not detect a valid passive key.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS - DIESEL
Why is the engine idle speed high when
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I am starting the engine?
The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting is optimized
to minimize vehicle emissions and
maximize cabin comfort and fuel
economy.
2. Press the push button ignition switch
until the engine starts.
Why does the system not detect a
passive key?
If the system does not detect a passive
key and you are unable to start the
engine, insert the passive key into the
backup position and press the push
button ignition switch to start the
engine.
Why does the engine not crank?
You can only attempt to start the
engine for a limited amount of time
before the starting system temporarily
disables. If you exceed the starting
time limit, a message may appear and
you cannot attempt to start the engine
for at least 15 minutes.
STARTING AND STOPPING THE
ENGINE – FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS - GASOLINE
Why do I experience different driving
characteristics?
Why is the engine idle speed high when
If you disconnect the battery, your
vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics for
I am starting the engine?
The speed at which the engine idles
immediately after starting is optimized
to minimize vehicle emissions and
maximize cabin comfort and fuel
economy.
approximately 8 km (5 mi) after you
reconnect it. This is because the engine
management system must realign
itself with the engine. You can
disregard any unusual driving
Why does the engine not crank?
characteristics during this period.
You can only attempt to start the
engine for a limited amount of time
before the starting system temporarily
disables. If you exceed the starting
time limit, a message may appear and
you cannot attempt to start the engine
for at least 15 minutes.
Why can I not start the engine?
If you cannot start the engine, do the
following:
1. Fully press the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal.
Note: Make sure that the parking brake is
applied.
Note: Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P) or neutral (N).
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Why do I experience different driving
characteristics?
If you disconnect the battery, your
vehicle may exhibit some unusual
driving characteristics for
approximately 8 km (5 mi) after you
reconnect it. This is because the engine
management system must realign
itself with the engine. You can
disregard any unusual driving
characteristics during this period.
Why can I not start the engine?
If you cannot start the engine after 3
attempts, wait 10 seconds and do the
following:
1. Fully press the brake pedal or the
clutch pedal.
Note: Make sure that the parking brake is
applied.
Note: Make sure that the transmission is in
park (P) or neutral (N).
2. Fully press the accelerator pedal and
hold it there.
3. Press the push button ignition switch.
Note: The engine cranks for a short period
of time and then it stops.
4. Release the accelerator pedal.
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5. Press the push button ignition switch.
Why does the system not detect a
passive key?
If the system does not detect a passive
key and you are unable to start the
engine, insert the passive key into the
backup position and press the push
button ignition switch to start the
engine.
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Unique Driving Characteristics
Setting the Engine Stop Speed -
AUTO-START-STOP - MILD
HYBRID ELECTRIC VEHICLE
(MHEV), MANUAL
Vehicles with: 6.5 Inch or 12.3 Inch
Instrument Cluster Display Screen
1. Press the menu button on the steering
wheel to enter the information display
main menu.
TRANSMISSION
What is Auto-Start-Stop
2. Select Settings.
3. Select Vehicle.
4. Select Rolling StartStop.
The system is designed to help reduce fuel
consumption and CO2 emissions by
stopping the engine when it is idling, for
example at traffic lights or when your
vehicle is coasting at a speed less than the
engine stop speed that you have set. The
system is designed to stop the engine
when the transmission is in gear or in
neutral.
5. Select a setting and press the OK
button.
Switching Auto-Start-Stop On and
Off
The system turns on when you switch the
ignition on.
Auto-Start-Stop Precautions
Press the switch to switch the
system off.
WARNING: Apply the parking
brake, shift into neutral, switch the
ignition off and remove the key before
you leave your vehicle. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury or death.
Note: OFF illuminates in the switch.
Press the switch again to switch the
system back on.
Note: The system is designed to turn off if
it detects a malfunction. If the system
malfunctions, have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible.
Auto-Start-Stop Settings
Setting the Engine Stop Speed -
Vehicles with: 4.2 Inch Instrument
Cluster Display Screen
Stopping the Engine
Stopping the Engine in Gear
1. Press the brake pedal and slow your
vehicle down to 12 km/h (7 mph) or
less.
Note: You can set the speed at which the
system stops the engine through the
information display.
1. Using the information display controls
on the steering wheel, select Settings.
2. Select Vehicle settings.
3. Select Rolling StartStop.
4. Select a setting and press the OK
button.
2. Fully press the clutch pedal.
Note: Power assist steering remains on
when the engine stops.
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Unique Driving Characteristics
Stopping the Engine in Neutral
2. Select a gear.
1. Press the brake pedal and slow your
vehicle down to 12 km/h (7 mph) or
less.
Note: You can set the speed at which the
system stops the engine through the
information display.
Auto-Start-Stop Indicators
The Auto-Start-Stop indicator
illuminates green when the
engine stops. It flashes amber
and a message appears when you need to
take action.
2. Press the clutch pedal and shift into
neutral.
The Auto-Start-Stop indicator
illuminates gray with a
3. Release the clutch pedal.
strikethrough when the system
Note: Power assist steering remains on
is not available.
when the engine stops.
Note: The system may require the engine
to automatically restart when the
auto-start-stop indicator illuminates green
or flashes amber.
Restarting the Engine
Restarting the Engine in Gear
Note: You can display the reason why the
system is not available in the information
display.
Release the brake pedal.
Note: If Auto Hold is active, releasing the
brake does not trigger a restart. Pressing the
accelerator pedal restarts your vehicle.
Auto-Start-Stop Audible Warning
The Auto-Start-Stop audible warning
sounds if you open the driver door when
the system has stopped the engine.
Restarting the Engine in Neutral
1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
Information Messages
Message
Condition
The system is not func-
Action
Auto StartStop Manual
restart required
Shift into neutral and restart
the engine yourself.
tioning.
Auto StartStop Select
neutral to start engine
The system cannot restart Shift into neutral.
the engine.
Auto StartStop Press clutch The system cannot restart Fully press the clutch pedal.
to start engine the engine.
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Unique Driving Characteristics
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If you turn the steering wheel.
AUTO-START-STOP-MANUAL
TRANSMISSION,EXCLUDING:
MILD HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE (MHEV)
If your vehicle starts to roll downhill in
neutral.
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To maintain adequate brake
assistance.
To maintain the interior climate or
reduce fogging.
WARNING: Always switch the
ignition off and fully apply the parking
brake before carrying out any
Note: The blower motor speed could
change when the system restarts the engine.
maintenance or leaving your vehicle.
Failure to follow this instruction could
result in personal injury or death if the
engine restarts.
Using Auto-Start-Stop
Stopping the Engine
1. Stop your vehicle.
Principle of Operation
2. Shift into neutral.
3. Release the clutch pedal.
The system is designed to help reduce fuel
consumption and CO2 emissions by
Note: Power assist steering turns off when
the engine is off.
stopping the engine when it is idling, for
example at traffic lights. Your vehicle has
an enhanced starter motor that is designed
for an increased number of engine starts.
Restarting the Engine
Press the clutch pedal.
The system does not stop the engine under
Note: To obtain maximum benefit from the
system, shift into neutral and release the
clutch pedal whenever you stop your vehicle
for more than three seconds.
Note: The system provides stall recovery.
To restart the engine after stalling, fully
press the clutch pedal.
certain conditions, for example:
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If you have opened the driver door.
If you have unfastened the driver
seatbelt.
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If your vehicle is at a high altitude.
If you have switched the heated
windshield on.
Switching the System On and Off
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If the engine is warming up.
The system turns on when you
switch the ignition on. Press the
switch to switch it off.
If the outside temperature is too low
or too high.
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If the battery charge is low or the
battery temperature is outside the
optimal operating range.
Note: OFF illuminates in the switch.
Press the switch again to switch the
system back on.
To maintain the interior climate or
reduce fogging.
The auto-start-stop indicator illuminates
green when the engine stops. It flashes
amber and a message appears when you
need to take an action.
The system restarts the engine under
certain conditions, for example:
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If you switch the heated windshield on.
If you switch maximum defrost on.
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Unique Driving Characteristics
The auto-start stop indicator
Auto-Start-Stop Warning
illuminates grey with a strike out
when the system is not available.
Sounds when you open the driver door and
the system has stopped the engine.
Note: The system turns off when it detects
a malfunction. If it remains off, have your
vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Information Messages
Manual Transmission
Message
Condition
Action
Auto StartStop Press a The system needs to restart the
Press the accelerator
pedal, brake pedal or
clutch pedal.
pedal to start engine
engine but requires your confirma-
tion.
Auto StartStop Manual The system is not functioning.
restart required
Restart the engine.
Auto StartStop Select The system needs to restart the
neutral to start engine engine but cannot because the
transmission is in gear.
Shift into neutral and
restart the engine.
Principle of Operation
Replacing the Battery
Replace the battery with one of exactly
the same specification for the system to
function correctly.
The system is designed to help reduce fuel
consumption and CO2 emissions by
stopping the engine when it is idling, for
example at traffic lights. Your vehicle has
an enhanced starter motor that is designed
for an increased number of engine starts.
AUTO-START-STOP -
The system does not stop the engine under
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
certain conditions, for example:
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If you have opened the driver door.
WARNING: Apply the parking
brake, shift into park (P), switch the
ignition off and remove the key before
you open the hood or have any service
or repair work completed. If you do not
switch the ignition off, the engine could
restart at any time. Failure to follow this
instruction could result in personal injury
or death.
If you have unfastened the driver
seatbelt.
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If your vehicle is at high altitude.
If you have switched the heated
windshield on.
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If you have shifted into sport (S) or
manual (M).
If your vehicle is on a steep grade.
If the engine is warming up.
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If the outside temperature is too low
or too high.
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Unique Driving Characteristics
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If the battery charge is low or the
Note: The engine also stops if you shift into
park (P) or neutral (N) regardless of
whether you have your foot on the brake
pedal or not.
battery temperature is outside the
optimal operating range.
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To maintain the interior climate or
reduce fogging.
Note: Power assist steering turns off when
the engine is off.
If the steering angle is far beyond
center.
Restarting the Engine
The system restarts the engine under
•
Release the brake pedal or press the
certain conditions, for example:
accelerator pedal.
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If you switch the heated windshield on.
If you have opened the driver door.
•
A message appears in the information
display if the system requires you to
take action.
If you have unfastened the driver
seatbelt.
Switching the System On and Off
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•
•
If you switch maximum defrost on.
If you turn the steering wheel.
The system turns on when you
switch the ignition on. Press the
switch to switch the system off.
If your vehicle starts to roll downhill in
neutral.
Note: OFF illuminates in the switch.
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To maintain adequate brake
assistance.
Press the switch again to switch the
To maintain the interior climate or
system back on.
reduce fogging.
The auto-start-stop indicator illuminates
green when the engine stops. It flashes
amber and a message appears when you
need to take an action.
Note: The blower motor speed could
change when the system restarts the engine.
Using Auto-Start-Stop
The auto-start stop indicator
illuminates grey with a strike out
when the system is not available.
WARNING: Apply the parking
brake, shift into neutral, switch the
ignition off and remove the key before
you leave your vehicle. Failure to follow
this instruction could result in personal
injury or death.
Note: The system is designed to turn off if
it detects a malfunction. If the system
malfunctions, have your vehicle checked as
soon as possible.
Note: You can display the reason the
system is not available in the information
display.
Stopping the Engine
Stop your vehicle, keep in drive (D) and
keep your foot on the brake pedal.
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Unique Driving Characteristics
Information Messages
Message
Condition
Action
Auto StartStop Press brake The engine does not start in Press the brake pedal.
to start engine
reverse (R) unless you press
the brake pedal.
Auto StartStop Shift to P
Restart engine
The system is not func-
tioning.
Shift into park (P) and
restart the engine.
vehicle is capable of movement using the
electric motor, gas engine or both.
Typically, the engine does not start unless
the vehicle is cold, a climate control
change is requested or you press the
accelerator pedal.
Replacing the Battery
Replace the battery with one of exactly
the same specification for the system to
function correctly.
HYBRID VEHICLE OPERATION
- FULL HYBRID ELECTRIC
VEHICLE (FHEV)
Driving
The gas engine automatically starts and
stops to provide power when needed and
to save fuel when not needed. When
coasting at low speeds, coming to a stop,
or standing, the gas engine normally shuts
down and your vehicle operates in
electric-only mode.
This hybrid vehicle combines electric and
gasoline propulsion to provide
breakthrough performance and improved
efficiency. Familiarizing yourself with these
unique characteristics provides an optimal
driving experience from your vehicle.
Conditions that may cause the engine to
start up or remain running include:
Starting
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Considerable vehicle acceleration.
Climbing a hill.
When you start your vehicle, a
Charge level of high voltage battery is
green READY indicator light
low.
appears in the instrument cluster
letting you know that your vehicle is ready
for driving.
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High or low outside temperatures in
order to provide system heating or
cooling.
Engine not warm enough to provide
passenger requested cabin
temperature.
The engine may not start because your
vehicle has a silent key start feature. This
fuel saving feature allows your vehicle to
be ready to drive without requiring the gas
engine to be running. The indicator remains
on when your vehicle is on, whether the
engine is running or not, to indicate your
Towing a trailer.
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Selectable drive modes: Certain
You may also notice during extending
downhill driving that your engine continues
to run instead of shutting off. During this
engine braking, the engine stays on, but it
is not using any fuel. You may also hear a
slight whine or whistle when operating your
vehicle. This is the normal operation of the
electric motor in the hybrid system.
selectable drive modes may cause the
engine to run. See What Is Drive Mode
Control (page 324).
Live in Drive: Use of the paddle shifters
while in drive (D) may cause the engine
to run. See AutomaticTransmission
(page 236).
Driving to Optimize Fuel Economy
Stopping
Note: Having your engine running is not
always an indication of inefficiency. In some
cases, it is actually more efficient than
driving in electric mode.
The gas engine may shut off to conserve
fuel as you come to a stop. Restarting your
vehicle is not required. Simply step on the
accelerator when you are ready to drive.
Your fuel economy should improve
throughout your hybrid's break-in period.
As with any vehicle, your driving habits and
accessory usage can significantly impact
your fuel economy. For best results, keep
these tips in mind:
Transmission Operation
The engine and electric motor together
propel the vehicle through the automatic
transmission. This is normal hybrid
operating and helps deliver fuel efficiency
and performance.
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Keep the tires properly inflated and
only use the recommended size.
Battery
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Aggressive driving increases the
amount of energy required to move
your vehicle. In general, you can
achieve better fuel economy with mild
to moderate acceleration and
Your hybrid is equipped with a high voltage
battery. A cool battery maintains battery
life and provides the best possible
performance. The high voltage battery is
cooled by the vehicle's air conditioning
system. When the air conditioning system
is on, you may notice a slight increase in
air temperature coming from the climate
control vents while the battery is cooling.
You may also notice cool air flowing from
the vents when the air conditioning or
blower is off.
deceleration. Moderate braking is
particularly important since it allows
you to maximize the energy captured
by the regenerative braking system.
Additional Tips:
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Do not carry extra loads.
Be mindful of adding external
accessories that may increase
aerodynamic drag.
Braking
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Observe posted speed limits.
Perform all scheduled maintenance.
There is no need to wait for your engine
to warm up. The vehicle is ready to
drive immediately after starting.
Your hybrid is equipped with standard
hydraulic braking and regenerative braking.
Regenerative braking is performed by your
transmission and it captures brake energy
and stores it in the high voltage battery.
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Your vehicle contains selectable electric
PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE
vehicle (EV) modes. Press the button on
the center console to change the mode.
EV Now and EV Later modes are only
available when you have electric-only
driving range available.
OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Plug in your vehicle regularly for optimal
use of the high voltage battery's
electric-only range capability. Charging
your vehicle adds electrical energy. This
energy propels the vehicle.
Note: EV mode availability also depends
on the state of the selectable drive mode
system.
You can see your estimated electric-only
driving range in blue next to the gasoline
range on the information display.
The system maximizes the use of
electric-only operation in Normal drive
mode. System conditions could require
engine operation, however, the system
uses the available electric range whenever
possible.
Auto EV
This mode provides an
automatic use of high voltage
battery power during the drive,
staying in electric mode when possible and
running the engine when needed.
EV Now
When your electric-only range reaches
zero, the powertrain system switches to
hybrid operation. This means that you have
depleted the energy you gained from
plugging in and charging your vehicle. Both
the gasoline engine and electric motor
power your vehicle and maximize fuel
economy during hybrid operation. You
receive some electric-only driving with
hybrid operation as the powertrain system
maintains the high voltage battery charge
within functional limits.
This mode provides an electric
only driving experience. Do not
use EV Now when towing a
trailer. The electric drive system is not
designed for towing. An EV Now
information on demand screen appears.
This screen allows you to enable your
engine while in EV Now mode.
Your vehicle could accelerate slower and
the top speed could be lower than when
in Auto EV mode.
Electric Vehicle (EV) Modes
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You can enable your engine at any time by
using one of the following methods:
When you enable EV Later, a white EV
Later icon appears in the information
display. EV Later resets to Auto EV when
you switch off your vehicle. You may select
EV Later again using the EV button during
your next drive.
When you select EV Later with the vehicle
fully charged or near fully charged, the
battery uses some electric-only driving
range to discharge the battery, and allows
for full operation of the regenerative
braking system.
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Press the OK button on the steering
wheel when viewing the EV Now
information on demand screen. Your
vehicle enables the engine as needed
and returns to EV Now mode when no
longer needed.
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Fully press the accelerator pedal. A
pop-up message appears. Press the
OK button on the steering wheel to
enable the engine. When the engine is
no longer needed, your vehicle returns
to EV Now. The message disappears if
you release the accelerator pedal.
EV Charge
This mode uses your vehicle's
engine to charge the high voltage
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Press the EV button. This exits EV Now
mode and permits engine operation.
To return to EV Now mode, select it
again using the EV button.
battery versus plugging the
vehicle into a utility grid.
The electric range gained through EV
Charge allows you to switch to Auto EV or
EV Now for full electric operation later in
your drive. The battery cannot completely
charge to 100% when in EV Charge mode.
This is to allow for full operation of the
regenerative braking system. When the
battery reaches its EV Charge limit, the
vehicle remains in EV Charge mode and
maintains that charge level, until you select
another EV Mode, or until you switch the
vehicle off.
When you enable EV Charge, a white EV
Charge icon appears in the information
display.
EV Charge resets to Auto EV when you
switch off your vehicle. You may select EV
Charge again using the EV button during
your next drive.
Your vehicle could enter Engine Enabled
mode if system conditions require it. A
message displays if this occurs. This is a
normal function of the system and your
vehicle returns to EV Now mode when
possible.
When you enable EV Now mode, a blue EV
Now icon appears in the information
display. If your vehicle is in Engine Enabled
mode, the EV Now icon is amber. EV Now
exits when your available electric range
reaches zero.
EV Later
In EV Later, your vehicle runs on
the engine as needed and saves
most of the available electric
range for later use in Auto EV or EV Now
mode.
Low Engine Use
For example, your initial drive is at high
speeds on open roads, but later your drive
is at low speeds in an urban area where
electric only driving is most efficient. In this
case, you can select EV Later for the higher
speed portion of your trip and then select
Auto EV or EV Now for the urban portion.
The low engine use mode maintains proper
engine lubrication at sufficient
temperature, and activates when you drive
your vehicle with limited engine operation.
When in low engine use mode, your vehicle
runs the engine as necessary. When low
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engine use mode begins, a message
Note: Cold temperatures affect the engine
warm up time and the low engine use mode
could operate more frequently.
Note: You do not require an oil change, but
it gives you the option of not running a low
engine use cycle. Resetting the oil life
monitoring system suspends the low engine
use mode.
appears in the information display. If low
engine use mode does not complete
before you switch your vehicle off, it
continues the next time you start your
vehicle and the message reappears.
EV Now mode is not available during low
engine use mode.
HYBRID VEHICLE FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS(IF EQUIPPED)
Question
Answer
What are the series of clicks from the cargo The high voltage battery is electrically isol-
area when I first turn the key in the ignition? ated from the rest of the vehicle when the
key is off. When you switch the key on, high
voltage contactors inside the battery are
closed to make the electricity available to
the motor and generator and enable the
vehicle to drive. The clicks are the sound of
these contactors as they close and open
during start up and shut down.
Why does the engine sometimes start at The vehicle's computer will determine if an
key-on?
engine start is required at key-on. Silent key
start will start the engine if it is necessary
for cabin heating, windshield defrost, or if
the outside temperature is low.
Why does it take a long time before the
engine shuts down?
There are several reasons the engine stays
on for an extended amount of time when
you first start it. One common reason is to
make sure that the emissions components
are warm enough to minimize tailpipe
emissions. As the climate gets cooler, this
engine-on time is extended.
Why does my engine not shut down above The engine is required to turn on above this
137 km/h (85 mph)?
speed to protect the transmission hard-
ware.
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Question
Answer
Why does my engine stay on when it is
extremely cold outside?
In order to make sure that the climate
control system can begin heating the cabin
or defrosting the windshield as soon as a
driver requests it, the engine coolant
temperature has to be kept sufficiently hot.
Keeping the engine on is required to main-
tain the correct coolant temperature.
Why does my engine rev up so high some- Your vehicle's engine and transmission are
times when I accelerate?
designed to deliver the power you need at
the most efficient engine speed. This may
be higher than expected during heavy
accelerations, and may fluctuate when
driving at a steady speed. These are charac-
teristics of the Atkinson engine cycle and
the transmission technology that help
maximize your hybrid's fuel economy.
Can I put E15 or E85 in my vehicle, and how
will it affect my fuel economy?
Your hybrid vehicle can use E15 (15%
ethanol, 85% gasoline) fuel, but you may
notice slightly reduced fuel economy
because ethanol contains less energy per
gallon than gasoline. Your hybrid vehicle is
not designed to use E85 (85% ethanol).
How long will my high voltage battery last? The high voltage battery system is designed
Does it need maintenance?
to last the life of the vehicle and requires
no maintenance.
Can you charge the battery with a plug into The plug-in hybrid high voltage battery can
an AC outlet?
be charged by plugging the vehicle into an
AC outlet.
There are no provisions for charging the
conventional hybrid high voltage battery
from a power supply external to the vehicle.
Can I tow the hybrid behind my motor home Yes. Your hybrid vehicle can be flat towed
with all four wheels down?
without modification. See Towing (page
334).
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