Before starting your vehicle, check the following:
  • Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
  • Make sure the parking brake is on.
  • Make sure the transmission is in neutral.
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
  1. Turn the key to position II.
  1. Wait until the glow plug indicator turns off.
  1. Fully press the clutch pedal.
Note:   Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
  1. Turn the key to position III.
Note:   Releasing the clutch pedal when the engine is starting stops the engine cranking and the ignition returns to on.
Note:   When the temperature is below -15 °C (5 °F), you may need to crank the engine for up to 10 seconds.
Note:   You can only attempt to start the engine for a limited amount of time before the starting system temporarily disables. If you exceed the starting time limit, a message may appear and you cannot attempt to start the engine for at least 15 minutes.
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition Switch
See   Push Button Ignition Switch. 
Failure to Start
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
If the engine does not start, do the following:
  1. Fully press the brake pedal.
  1. Apply the parking brake.
  1. Shift into neutral.
  1. Turn the key to position III until the engine starts.
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition Switch
See   Push Button Ignition Switch. 
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Stationary
Vehicles with an Ignition Key
  1. Shift into neutral.
  1. Turn the key to position 0.
  1. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition Switch
See   Push Button Ignition Switch. 
Stopping the Engine When Your Vehicle is Moving
WARNING   WARNING:  Switching off the engine when your vehicle is still moving results in a significant decrease in braking assistance. Higher effort is required to apply the brakes and to stop your vehicle. A significant decrease in steering assistance could also occur. The steering does not lock, but higher effort could be required to steer your vehicle. When you switch the ignition off, some electrical circuits, for example airbags, also turn off. If you unintentionally switch the ignition off, shift into neutral (N) and restart the engine.

Vehicles with an Ignition Key
  1. Shift into neutral and use the brakes to bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
  1. Turn the key to position 0.
  1. Apply the parking brake.
Vehicles with a Push Button Ignition Switch
See   Push Button Ignition Switch. 
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes
WARNING   WARNING:  Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your vehicle inspected immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.

Important Ventilating Information
If you stop your vehicle and then leave the engine idling for long periods, we recommend that you do one of the following:
  • Open the windows at least 3 cm (1 in).
  • Set your climate control to outside air.
Glow Plug Indicator
Diesel Pre-Heat Warning  If it illuminates, wait until it turns off before starting.
Engine Warning Lamps
Engine Warning Lamp  Malfunction Indicator Lamp
Check Engine
 If it illuminates when the engine is running this indicates a malfunction.The On Board Diagnostics system has detected a malfunction of the vehicle emission control system.
If it flashes, engine misfire may be occurring. Increased exhaust gas temperatures could damage the diesel particulate filter or other vehicle components. Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle immediately serviced.
Non Emission Powetrain Fault  Powertrain Warning Lamp
 If it illuminates when the engine is running this indicates a malfunction.If it flashes when you are driving, immediately reduce the vehicle speed.Avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have your vehicle immediately serviced.
 If both lamps illuminate when the engine is running, stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so. Continuing to drive your vehicle may cause reduced power or the engine to stop. Switch the ignition off and attempt to restart the engine.Have your vehicle immediately checked.
Starting System Information Messages

Message   Action  
Full Accessory Power Active
Displays if you switch the ignition on and do not start the engine.  
Cranking Time Exceeded
Displays if your vehicle fails to start.  
Starting System Fault
Displays if you are unable to start your vehicle with a correctly coded key. The system has detected a fault that requires service.Have your vehicle checked as soon as possible.  

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