OFF
(C):
Unlocks the steering wheel, ignition and
transaxle, but does not send electrical power to any
accessories. Use this position
if
your vehicle must be
pushed or towed, but never
try
to push-start your
vehicle.
A
warning chime will sound if you open the
driver’s door when the ignition is turned to
OFF
and the
key is in the ignition.
RUN
(D):
An
on position to which the switch returns
after you start your engine and release the switch. The
switch stays in the RUN position when the engine is
running. But even when the engine is not running, you
can use RUN to operate your electrical power
accessories, and to display some instrument panel
warning lights.
START
(E):
This
position starts the engine. When the
engine starts, release the key. The ignition switch will
return to RUN for normal driving.
Note that even
if
the engine is not running, the positions
ACCESSORY and RUN are
on
positions that allow you
to operate your electrical accessories, such as the radio.
NOTICE:
If your key seems stuck in
LOCK
and you can’t
turn it, be sure you are using the correct key; if
so,
is it all the way in? If it is, then turn the
steering wheel left and right while you turn the
key hard. But turn the key only with your hand.
Using a tool to force it could break the key or the
ignition switch. If none of this works, then your
vehicle needs service.
Key Reminder Warning
If
you leave your key in the ignition, in the
OFF
position, you will hear a warning tone when you open
the driver’s door.
Retained Accessory Power
(If
Equipped)
If
you have this option, after you turn your ignition to
OFF
and even remove the key, you will still have
electrical power to such accessories as the radio and
power windows for up to
10
minutes. But if you open
a
door, power is turned
off.
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