Instruments and controls/Push–button ignition switch (models with push–button start system)
& Ignition switch light (if
equipped)
For easy access to the ignition switch in
the dark, the ignition switch light illuminates when the driver’s door is opened or
when the driver’s door is unlocked using
the remote keyless entry transmitter.
The light remains illuminated for several
tens of seconds and then gradually turns
off under the following conditions.
. when the driver’s door is closed
. when the doors are unlocked using the
remote keyless entry transmitter
Push-button ignition switch
(models with push-button
start system)
& Safety precautions
Refer to “Safety precautions” F2-8.
& Operating range for pushbutton start system
The light turns off immediately under the
following conditions.
. when the ignition switch is turned to the
“ON” position
. when all doors and the rear gate are
locked using the remote keyless entry
transmitter
1)
2)
Antenna
Operating range
3-5
. Even when the access key is outside
the vehicle, if it is placed too close to
the glass, it may be possible to switch
the power or to start the engine.
. Do not leave the access key in the
following places. It may become impossible to operate the push-button
ignition switch and the engine start.
– On the instrument panel
– On the floor
– Inside the glove box
– Inside the door trim pocket
– On the rear seat
– At the corner of the cargo area
. When operating the push-button
ignition switch or starting the engine,
if the access key battery is discharged,
perform the procedure described in
“Access key – if access key does not
operate properly” F9-17. In such a
case, replace the battery immediately.
Refer to “Replacing access key battery” F11-45.
NOTE
. If the access key is not detected
within the operating range of the antennas inside the vehicle, the pushbutton ignition switch and the engine
start cannot be operated.
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