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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
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
Push-button ignition switch( models with push-button start system)
& Safety precautions
Refer to“ Safety precautions” F2-10.
& Operating range for pushbutton start system
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Antenna |
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Operating range |
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.
. 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. It may also cause a false warning to issue although no malfunction actually occurs, or not to issue a warning when any malfunction occurs. – On the instrument panel – On the floor – Inside the glove box – Inside the door trim pocket – On the rear seat – In 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 battery of access key” F11-42.