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1.Open the floor console storagecompartment lid.
2.Remove the tray.
3.Place the passive key flat on thesymbol at the bottom of the floorconsole storage compartment.
4.With the passive key in this position,you can use the push button ignitionswitch to switch the ignition on andstart your vehicle.
Fast Restart
The fast restart feature allows you torestart the engine within 20 seconds ofswitching it off, even if a valid key is notpresent.
Within 20 seconds of switching the engineoff, press the brake pedal and press thebutton. After 20 seconds have expired, youcan no longer restart your vehicle withoutthe key present inside your vehicle.
Once your vehicle has started, it remainsrunning until you press the button, even ifthe system does not detect a valid key. Ifyou open and close a door while yourvehicle is running, the system searches fora valid key. You cannot restart the engineif the system does not detect a valid keywithin 20 seconds.
Failure to Start
If you cannot start the engine after threeattempts, wait 10 seconds and follow thisprocedure:
1.If your vehicle is equipped with anautomatic transmission, fully press thebrake pedal. If your vehicle is equippedwith a manual transmission, fully pressthe clutch pedal and apply thehandbrake.
2.Move the transmission selector leverto park (P) (automatic transmission)or neutral (manual transmission).
3.Fully press the accelerator pedal andhold it there.
4.Start the engine.
Automatic Engine Shutdown
For vehicles with a keyless ignition, thisfeature automatically shuts down theengine if it has been idling for an extendedperiod. The ignition also turns off in orderto save battery power. Before your vehicleshuts down, a message appears in theinformation display showing a timer
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counting down from 30 seconds. If you donot intervene within 30 seconds, yourvehicle shuts down. Another messageappears in the information display toinform you that your vehicle has shut downin order to save fuel. Start your vehicle asyou normally do.
Automatic Engine Shutdown Override
Note:You cannot permanently switch offthe automatic shutdown feature. When youswitch it off temporarily, it turns on at thenext ignition cycle.
You can stop the shutdown, or reset thetimer, at any point before the 30-secondcountdown has expired by doing any of thefollowing:
•You can reset the timer by interactingwith your vehicle (such as pressing thebrake pedal or accelerator pedal).
•You can temporarily switch off theshutdown feature any time the ignitionis on (for the current ignition cycleonly). Use the information display todo so. See Information Displays(page 92).
•During the countdown beforeshutdown, you are prompted to pressOK or RESET (depending on your typeof information display) to temporarilyswitch the feature off (for the currentignition cycle only).
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.Shift into park (P).
2.Turn the key to position 0.
3.Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.Shift into park (P).
2.Press the button once.
3.Apply the parking brake.
Note:This switches off the ignition, allelectrical circuits, warning lamps andindicators.
Note:If the engine is idling for 30 minutes,the ignition and engine automatically shutdown.
Stopping the Engine When YourVehicle is Moving
WARNING
Switching off the engine when thevehicle is still moving will result in aloss of brake and steering assistance.The steering will not lock, but higher effortwill be required. When the ignition isswitched off, some electrical circuits,including air bags, warning lamps andindicators may also be off. If the ignitionwas turned off accidentally, you can shiftinto neutral (N) and re-start the engine.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
1.Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2.When your vehicle has stopped, shiftinto park (P) and turn the key toposition 0.
3.Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with Keyless Start
1.Shift into neutral and use the brakes tobring your vehicle to a safe stop.
2.When your vehicle has stopped, shiftinto park (P).
3.Press and hold the button for onesecond, or press it three times withintwo seconds.
4.Apply the parking brake.
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AUTO-START-STOP (If Equipped)
The system reduces fuel consumption andCO2 emissions by shutting down theengine when your vehicle is idling, forexample at traffic lights.
WARNINGS
Always fully apply the parking brake.Make sure you shift into park (P) forvehicles with an automatictransmission. Switch the ignition off andremove the key whenever you leave yourvehicle.
Before opening the hood orperforming any maintenance, fullyapply the parking brake, shift intopark (P) or neutral (N) and switch theignition off.
Always switch the ignition off beforeleaving the vehicle. If the ignition isswitched on an automatic restartmay occur at any time.
The system may require the engineto automatically restart when theauto-start-stop indicator illuminatesgreen or flashes amber. Failure to followthis instruction could result in personalinjury.
Note:The Auto-Start-Stop indicatorilluminates green when the engine shutsdown. See Warning Lamps and Indicators(page 87). It flashes amber with a messagewhen the driver needs to shift to neutral orpress a pedal. See Information Messages(page 96). If it illuminates grey, the systemis not available.
Using Auto-Start-Stop with aManual Transmission
To Stop the Engine
1.Stop your vehicle.
2.Shift into neutral.
3.Release the clutch and acceleratorpedal.
To Re-Start the Engine
Press the clutch pedal
Note:To obtain maximum benefit from thesystem, move the transmission selectorlever to neutral and release the clutch pedalduring any stop of longer than threeseconds.
Note:Auto-Start-Stop also comes withstall recovery. If you fully press the clutchpedal after stalling the engine, the engineautomatically restarts.
Using Auto-Start-Stop with anAutomatic Transmission
To Stop the Engine
1.Stop your vehicle in drive (D).
2.Release the accelerator pedal.
3.Maintain pressure on the brake pedal.
Note:If your vehicle is in an engine offAuto-Start-Stop state and you move thetransmission to reverse (R) while the brakepedal is not pressed, a message will appearon your instrument cluster. Press the brakepedal within 60 seconds or you will need toshift to park (P). A manual restart will berequired.
Note:If the Shift to P, Restart Enginemessage appears and the amberAuto-Start-Stop indicator flashes,automatic restart is not available. You mustrestart your vehicle manually.
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To Re-Start the Engine
Release the brake pedal or press theaccelerator pedal.
Limitations of Use
The system may not shut down the engineunder certain conditions, for example:
•Low engine operating temperature.
•To maintain the interior climate.
•The battery charge level is low.
•The outside temperature is too low ortoo high.
•The driver door is opened.
•The driver safety belt is not fastened.
•The transmission is in Sport or Manualmodes (automatic transmission only).
The system may automatically restart theengine under certain conditions, forexample:
•To maintain the interior climate, forexample air conditioning.
•The battery charge level is low.
•Your vehicle starts to roll downhill inneutral.
•The driver safety belt is not fastened(automatic transmission only).
•The driver door is opened (automatictransmission only).
•The transmission is shifted into drive(automatic transmission only).
Switching the System On and Off
When you switch the ignition on,the system automatically turnson.
To switch the system off, press the switchand the word OFF illuminates. Press againto switch the system back on. The systemonly switches off for the current ignitioncycle.
Note:The system may not function if youleave electrical equipment connected withthe ignition off.
Note:For vehicles with Auto-Start-Stop,the battery requirement is different. Replaceit with one of exactly the same specificationas the original.
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5.Operate the fuel pump nozzle withinthe area shown.
6.When you finish refueling slightly raisethe fuel pump nozzle and slowlyremove it.
7.Fully close the fuel filler door.
Do not attempt to start the engine if youhave filled the fuel tank with incorrect fuel.Incorrect fuel use could cause damage notcovered by the vehicle Warranty. Have yourvehicle immediately checked.
Refueling System Warning (If Equipped)
If the fuel tank filler valve does not fullyclose, a message may appear in theinformation display.
Message
Check Fuel Fill Inlet
If the message appears, do the following:
1.Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safeto do so and switch the engine off.
2.Shift into park (P) or neutral (N).
3.Apply the parking brake.
4.Fully open the fuel filler door.
5.Check the fuel tank filler valve for anydebris that may be restricting itsmovement.
6.Remove any debris from the fuel tankfiller valve.
7.Fully insert a fuel pump nozzle or thefuel filler funnel provided with yourvehicle into the fuel filler pipe. SeeFuel Filler Funnel Location (page130). This action should dislodge anydebris that may be preventing the fueltank filler valve from fully closing.
8.Remove the fuel pump nozzle or fuelfiller funnel from the fuel filler pipe.
9.Fully close the fuel filler door.
If this action corrects the problem themessage may not immediately reset. If themessage remains and a warning lampilluminates, have your vehicle checked assoon as possible.
FUEL CONSUMPTION
The advertised capacity is the maximumamount of fuel that you can add to the fueltank after running out of fuel. Included inthe advertised capacity is an emptyreserve. The empty reserve is anunspecified amount of fuel that remainsin the fuel tank when the fuel gaugeindicates empty.
Note:The amount of fuel in the emptyreserve varies and should not be relied uponto increase driving range.
Fuel Economy
Your vehicle calculates fuel economyfigures through the trip computer averagefuel function. See Trip Computer (page95).
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MANUAL TRANSMISSION - 6-
SPEED MANUAL
TRANSMISSION (MMT6)
Using the Clutch
Note:Failure to fully press the clutch pedalto the floor may cause increased shiftefforts, prematurely wear transmissioncomponents or damage the transmission.
Note:Do not drive with your foot resting onthe clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal tohold your vehicle at a standstill whilewaiting on a hill. These actions will reducethe life of the clutch and could nullify aclutch warranty claim.
Manual transmission vehicles have astarter interlock that prevents cranking theengine unless the clutch pedal is fullypressed.
To start your vehicle:
1.Make sure the parking brake is fully set.
2.Press the clutch pedal to the floor, thenput the gearshift lever in the neutralposition.
3.Start the engine.
4.Press the brake pedal and move thegearshift lever to the desired gear; first(1) or reverse (R).
5.Release the parking brake, then slowlyrelease the clutch pedal while slowlypressing on the accelerator.
During each shift, the clutch pedal mustbe fully pressed to the floor. Make sure thefloor mat is properly positioned so itdoesn't interfere with the full extension ofthe clutch pedal.
Recommended Shift Speeds
Note:Do not downshift into first (1) whenyour vehicle is moving faster than 15 mph(24 km/h). This will damage the clutch.
Recommended upshifts (for best fueleconomy) when accelerating
Shift from:
15 mph (24 km/h)1 - 2
26 mph (42 km/h)2 - 3
38 mph (61 km/h)3 - 4
42 mph (67 km/h)4 - 5
50 mph (80 km/h)5 - 6
Reverse
Note:Make sure that your vehicle is at acomplete stop before you shift into reverse(R). Failure to do so may damage thetransmission.
1.Press the clutch pedal to the floor todisengage clutch.
2.Move the gearshift lever into theneutral position.
3.Shift into reverse (R) by raising thecollar below the gearshift knob up, thenmoving the lever fully to the left, thenforward.
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Note:The gearshift lever can only bemoved to reverse (R) by raising the collarbelow the gearshift knob up before shiftingto reverse. This is a lockout feature whichprotects the transmission from accidentallyengaging reverse (R) when intending toselect first (1).
If reverse (R) is not fully engaged, pressthe clutch pedal down and return thegearshift to the neutral position. Releasethe clutch pedal for a moment, then raisethe collar and shift to reverse (R) again.
Parking Your Vehicle
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fullyand make sure you shift the gearshiftlever to first gear. Switch the ignitionoff and remove the key whenever you leaveyour vehicle.
To park your vehicle:
1.Press the brake pedal and shift thegearshift lever to the neutral position.
2.Fully apply the parking brake andswitch the ignition off.
3.Hold the clutch pedal down and shiftthe gearshift lever to first gear.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION - 5-
SPEED MANUAL
TRANSMISSION (MTX-75)
Using the Clutch
Note:Failure to fully depress the clutchpedal to the floor may cause increased shiftefforts, prematurely wear transmissioncomponents or damage the transmission.
Note:Do not drive with your foot resting onthe clutch pedal or use the clutch pedal tohold your vehicle at a standstill whilewaiting on a hill. These actions will reducethe life of the clutch and could nullify aclutch warranty claim.
Manual transmission vehicles have astarter interlock that prevents cranking theengine unless the clutch pedal is fullydepressed.
Starting Your Vehicle
WARNING
Pedals that cannot move freely cancause loss of vehicle control andincrease the risk of serious personalinjury.
1.Make sure the parking brake is fully setand shift the gearshift lever to theneutral position.
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2.Fully depress the clutch pedal thenstart the engine.
3.Press the brake pedal and shift thegearshift lever to first or reverse gear.
4.Release the parking brake and slowlyrelease the clutch pedal while slowlypressing on the accelerator.
During each shift, make sure you fullydepress the clutch pedal.
Recommended Shift Speeds
Note:Do not shift the gearshift lever to firstgear when your vehicle is moving faster than14 mph (23 km/h). This will damage theclutch.
We recommend you change gearaccording to the following guide to achievethe best fuel economy for your vehicle.
RecommendedspeedShift from
14 mph (23 km/h)1 - 2
24 mph (38 km/h)2 - 3
32 mph (51 km/h)3 - 4
44 mph (71 km/h)4 - 5
Reverse
Note:Do not shift the gearshift lever toreverse gear when your vehicle is moving.This can cause damage to the transmission.
1.Fully depress the clutch pedal todisengage clutch.
2.Shift the gearshift lever to the neutralposition and wait at least threeseconds before moving it to reverse.
If reverse gear is not fully engaged, pressthe clutch pedal down and shift thegearshift lever to the neutral position.Release the clutch pedal for a moment,depress the clutch again and shift thegearshift lever to reverse.
Parking Your Vehicle
WARNING
Always set the parking brake fullyand make sure you shift the gearshiftlever to first gear. Switch the ignitionoff and remove the key whenever you leaveyour vehicle.
To park your vehicle:
1.Press the brake pedal and shift thegearshift lever to the neutral position.
2.Fully apply the parking brake andswitch the ignition off.
3.Hold the clutch pedal down, and shiftthe gearshift lever to first gear.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
WARNINGS
Always set the parking brake fullyand latch the gearshift in park (P).Turn the ignition to the off positionand remove the key whenever you leaveyour vehicle.
Do not apply the brake pedal andaccelerator pedal simultaneously.Applying both pedals simultaneouslyfor more than three seconds will limitengine rpm, which may result in difficultymaintaining speed in traffic and could leadto serious injury.
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The PowerShift™ 6-speed, dual-clutchautomatic transmission is designed to offerdrivers both enhanced fuel efficiency andfun to drive performance. Thistransmission’s dual-clutch technology useselectronically shifted clutches to operatetwo separate transmissions all in a smalllightweight package.
Since the clutch and gear operation isderived from a manual transmission, thePowerShift automatic transmission willdrive, sound, and feel similar to manualtransmission minus the requireduser-inputs. For example, the transmissionmay exhibit mechanical noises, firm gearshifts and/or light clutch vibrations whenaccelerating slowly as the clutchesautomatically engage. These are allconsidered to be normal and expecteddriving characteristics.
Understanding the Positions ofYour Automatic Transmission
Putting your vehicle in gear:
1.Fully press down the brake pedal.
2.Move the gearshift lever into thedesired gear.
3.Come to a complete stop.
4.Move the gearshift lever and securelylatch it in park (P).
Park (P)
This position locks the transmission andprevents the wheels from turning.
Reverse (R)
With the gearshift lever in reverse (R), yourvehicle moves backward. Always come toa complete stop before shifting into andout of reverse (R).
Neutral (N)
With the gearshift lever in neutral (N), yourvehicle can be started and is free to roll.Hold the brake pedal down while in thisposition.
Drive (D)
Drive (D) is the normal driving position forthe best fuel economy. The overdrivefunction allows automatic upshifts anddownshifts through gears one through six.
Sport (S)
Moving the gearshift lever to sport (S):
•Provides additional grade (engine)braking and extends lower gearoperation to enhance performance foruphill climbs, hilly terrain ormountainous areas. This increasesengine RPM during engine braking.
•Provides additional lower gearoperation through the automatictransmission shift strategy.
•Gears are selected more quickly andat higher engine speeds.
SelectShift Automatic™Transmission (If Equipped)
Your vehicle is equipped with a SelectShiftAutomatic transmission gearshift lever.The SelectShift Automatic transmissiongives you the ability to change gears up ordown (without a clutch) as desired.
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Brake-Shift Interlock
WARNINGS
Do not drive your vehicle until youverify that the brake lamps areworking.
When doing this procedure, you willbe taking your vehicle out of park (P)which means your vehicle can rollfreely. To avoid unwanted vehiclemovement, always fully set the parkingbrake prior to doing this procedure. Usewheel chocks if appropriate.
If you fully release the parking brakeand the brake warning lamp remainsilluminated, the brakes may not beworking properly. See your authorizeddealer.
Note:For some markets this feature will bedisabled.
Your vehicle is equipped with a brake-shiftinterlock feature that prevents moving thegearshift lever from park (P) when theignition is in the on position and the brakepedal is not pressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever outof park (P) position with the ignition in theon position and the brake pedal pressed,a malfunction may have occurred. It ispossible that a fuse has blown or yourvehicle’s brake lamps are not operatingproperly. See Fuse Specification Chart(page 200).
If the fuse is not blown and the brakelamps are working properly, the followingprocedure will allow you to move thegearshift lever from park (P):
1.Remove the side panel on the right sideof the gearshift lever.
2.Locate the access hole.
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