06 Starting and driving
Ignition switch
Ignition switch positions
0 – Locked position
II – Drive position
The key's position when driv-
ing. The vehicle's entire elec-
trical system is activated.
Remove the key to lock the
steering wheel1. Never turn
the key to position 0 while
driving or when the vehicle is
being towed.
III – Start position
Turn the key to this position
and release it immediately.
The key returns automatically
to the Drive position.
NOTE
A ticking sound may be audible if the key is
turned to a position between 0 and I. To
stop this sound, turn the key to position II
and back to position 0.
A chime will sound if the key
is left in the ignition and the
driver's door is opened (does not apply to vehi-
cles with the optional keyless drive).
I – Intermediate position2
Certain accessories, radio,
etc. on, daytime running lights
off.
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2
Automatic transmission: the gear selector must be in the Park position. The optional keyless drive start control does not need to be removed.
Please be aware that leaving the key in positions I or II will increase battery drain.
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