54 STARTING AND OPERATING
(Continued)
The following indicators should be used to
ensure that you have properly engaged the
transmission into the PARK position:
Look at the transmission gear position
display and verify that it indicates the PARK
position (P), and is not blinking.
With brake pedal released, verify that the
gear selector will not move out of PARK.
REVERSE (R)
This range is for moving the vehicle backward.
Shift into REVERSE only after the vehicle has
come to a complete stop.
NOTE:
Based on the drive gear and/or speed of the
vehicle, the Quiet Vehicle Pedestrian Module
(QVPM) will broadcast a sound from the rear of
the vehicle to warn nearby pedestrians that a
vehicle is approaching. In addition, the module
will indicate change in speed by varying the
volume of sound.
NEUTRAL (N)
Use this range when the vehicle is standing for
prolonged periods with the propulsion system
active. The vehicle may be started in this range.
Apply the parking brake and shift the
transmission into PARK if you must exit the
vehicle.
NOTE:
Based on the drive gear and/or speed of the
vehicle, the Quiet Vehicle Pedestrian Module
(QVPM) will broadcast a sound from the rear of
Unintended movement of a vehicle could
injure those in or near the vehicle. As with
all vehicles, you should never exit a vehicle
while the engine is running or the propul-
sion system is active. Before exiting a
vehicle, always come to a complete stop,
then apply the parking brake, shift the
transmission into PARK, and turn the igni-
tion OFF. When the ignition is in the OFF
mode, the transmission is locked in PARK,
securing the vehicle against unwanted
movement.
When leaving the vehicle, always make
sure the ignition is in the OFF mode,
remove the key fob from the vehicle, and
lock the vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing
children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child
or others could be seriously or fatally injured.
Children should be warned not to touch the
parking brake, brake pedal or the transmis-
sion gear selector.
WARNING! (Continued)
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle (or in a location accessible to chil-
dren), and do not leave the ignition in the
ACC or ON/RUN mode. A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
CAUTION!
Before moving the transmission gear
selector out of PARK, you must turn the igni-
tion to the ON/RUN mode, and also press
the brake pedal. Otherwise, damage to the
gear selector could result.
DO NOT press the accelerator pedal when
shifting from PARK or NEUTRAL into
another gear range, as this can damage the
drivetrain.
WARNING! (Continued)
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