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Ignition Key Positions



Ignition Key Positions







0 Steering locked
The key can be inserted or removed in this position only.
To lock the steering:
1. Remove the key
2. Turn the steering wheel slightly to the left or right until the lock engages.
A sound alarm goes off if the key remains in the ignition after opening the driver's door.

Vehicles with Continuously Variable automatic Transmission (CVT):
Do not move the selector lever from position P until the engine is running.
The ignition key cannot be turned to position 0 and removed until the selector lever is in position P, interlock.

1 Steering unlocked
Individual electrical accessories are ready for operation.
You will find that it is often easier to turn the ignition key from position 0 to position 1 when you move the steering wheel slightly to help disengage the lock.

2 Ignition switched on
All electrical accessories are ready for operation.

3 Starting the engine
Turning key to this position engages starter motor to start engine