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2-1. Driving procedures
Driving the vehicle
The following procedures should be observed to ensure safe driv-
ing.
■ Starting the engine
→P. 145, 149
■ Driving
With the brake pedal depressed, shift the shift lever to D.
(→P. 152)
Release the parking brake. (→P. 156)
Gradually release the brake pedal and gently depress the
accelerator pedal to accelerate the vehicle.
■ Stopping
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
If necessary, set the parking brake.
When the vehicle is stopped for an extended period of time, shift
the shift lever to P or N. (→P. 152)
■ Parking the vehicle
With the shift lever in D, depress the brake pedal.
Set the parking brake. (→P. 156)
Shift the shift lever to P. (→P. 152)
When parking on a hill, if necessary, block the wheels.
Vehicles without smart key system: Turn the engine switch
to the “LOCK” position to stop the engine.
Vehicles with smart key system: Press the “ENGINE
START STOP” switch to stop the engine.
Lock the door, making sure that you have the key on your
person.
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