The Engine Will Restart When:
•
The brake pedal is released.
• The accelerator pedal is applied.
• When shifting from DRIVE (D) to PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N), the engine will restart after
3.5 seconds.
• When shifting from DRIVE (D) to
INTERMEDIATE (I), LOW (L) or
REVERSE (R) the engine will restart
immediately.
• If the A/C button (green light illuminated
on A/C) button is selected, the duration of the
AUTO STOP will depend on the outside
temperature. This economy mode improves
fuel economy by limiting the effects of the
air conditioning. The warmer it is outside,
the shorter the time before the engine
is restarted to provide cabin cooling.
• The climate control system is turned from
Off to On (econ or normal A/C, or
floor/defog/defrost). See Climate Control
System on page 156 for more information.
• The engine is required to run for either
heater or climate control performance.
See “Air Conditioning and Engine Start/Stop”
under Climate Control System on page 156
for more information.
• The hybrid battery pack charge is low and
requires recharging.
• Auto Stop time is greater than two minutes.
Engine Coolant Heater
If your vehicle has this feature, in very cold
weather 0°F (−18°C) or colder, the engine coolant
heater can help. You will get easier starting
and better fuel economy during engine warm-up.
Usually, the coolant heater should be plugged
in a minimum of four hours prior to starting your
vehicle. At temperatures above 32°F (0°C), use of
the coolant heater is not required.
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