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In the event of stops uphill, the engine switching
will be disabled to activate the "Hill Start Assist"
function (works only with the engine running).
The warning light on the instrument panel
switches on to signal that the engine was
stopped.
Engine Restarting Mode
Models equipped with manual transmission:
To restart the engine, press the clutch pedal.
If the vehicle does not start pressing the clutch,
place the gear selector in NEUTRAL and repeat
the procedure. If the problem persists, contact
an authorized dealer.
Models equipped with an automatic
transmission:
To restart the engine, release the brake pedal.
With the brake pedal pressed, if the gear
selector is in DRIVE, the engine can be restarted
moving the selector to REVERSE or NEUTRAL or
“AutoStick”.
With the brake pedal pedal pressed, if the gear
selector is in "AutoStick" mode, the engine can
be restarted moving the selector to "+" or "–", or
REVERSE or NEUTRAL.
POSSIBLE REASONS THE ENGINE DOES
N
OT AUTOSTOP
Prior to engine shut down, the system will check
many safety and comfort conditions to see if
they are fulfilled. Detailed information about the
operation of the Stop/Start system may be
viewed in the instrument cluster display Stop/
Start Screen. In the following situations the
engine will not stop:
Driver’s seat belt is not buckled.
Driver’s door is not closed.
Battery temperature is too warm or cold.
Battery charge is low.
The vehicle is on a steep grade.
Cabin heating or cooling is in process and an
acceptable cabin temperature has not been
achieved.
HVAC is set to full defrost mode at a high
blower speed.
HVAC is set to MAX A/C.
Engine has not reached normal operating
temperature.
The transmission is not in a forward gear.
Hood is open.
Vehicle is in 4WD Low transfer case mode.
Brake pedal is not pressed with sufficient
pressure.
Accelerator pedal input.
Engine temperature too high.
5 mph (8 km/h) threshold not achieved from
previous Autostop.
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