When you start the vehicle, the idle speed increases. This helps to warm up the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.
Before starting your vehicle, check the following:
- Make sure all occupants have fastened their seatbelts.
- Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
- Make sure the parking brake is on.
- Make sure the transmission is in park (P) or neutral (N).
- Switch the ignition key to position II. If your vehicle is equipped with a keyless ignition, see the following instructions.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
- Fully press the brake pedal.
- Press the button.
Note: The green ready indicator illuminates letting you know that the vehicle is ready for driving. Since your vehicle is equipped with a silent key start, the engine may not start at the time of the vehicle start. See Hybrid Vehicle Operation.
The system does not function if:
- The key frequencies are jammed.
- The key battery has no charge.
If you are unable to start the vehicle, do the following:
3-button remote