Before Starting the Engine

  1. Make sure the parking brake is applied.
  2. Depress the brake pedal.
  3. Press the ENGINE START/STOP button without depressing the accelerator pedal.

Note: The engine is harder to start in cold weather and in thinner air found at altitudes above 8,000 feet (2,400 m). When starting the engine in cold weather, turn off all electrical accessories such as the lights, climate control system, and rear defogger in order to reduce battery drain.