WARNINGS
Always check that the steering wheel
lock is deactivated before
attempting to move your vehicle.
See Steering Wheel Lock (page 119).
Note: The ignition may automatically
switch off after a period of time if your
vehicle has been left unattended with the
ignition on. This is to prevent the vehicle
battery from discharging.
Note: A valid passive key must be located
inside the vehicle to switch the ignition on
and start the engine.
Note: To start your engine you must also
fully depress the brake or clutch pedal,
depending on the transmission fitted.
Ignition on
Press the button once. All electrical circuits
are operational, warning lamps and
indicators illuminate.
Starting with manual transmission
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal during
engine start will stop the engine cranking
and return to ignition on.
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Briefly press the button.
Starting with automatic
transmission
Note: Releasing the brake pedal during
engine start may stop the engine cranking
and return to ignition on.
1. Fully depress the brake pedal.
2. Move the transmission selector lever
to position P or N.
3. Briefly press the button.
Starting a diesel engine
Note: Engine cranking may not commence
until the engine glow plug cycle has been
completed. This may take several seconds
in extremely cold conditions.
Note: Continue to press the clutch or brake
pedal until engine cranking begins.
Failure to start
The passive starting system will not
function if:
• The passive key frequencies are
jammed.
• The passive key battery is flat.
If you are unable to start your vehicle carry
out the following procedure.
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Starting and Stopping the Engine
