Operation Manual

Free-hand Advanced Security Transmitter (F.A.S.T.-key) (if so equipped)
Features and controls 5-25
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2. Install the cover of the ignition switch.
3. Reinsert the emergency key into the
F.A.S.T.-key.
Steering wheel lock
Turn the emergency key to the “LOCK” posi-
tion.
Turn the steering wheel until it is locked.
Turn the emergency key to the “ACC” posi-
tion while moving the steering wheel slightly.
Tips for starting
 Do not operate the starter motor continu-
ously for longer than 15 seconds as this
could run the battery down or damage the
starter motor. If the engine does not start,
turn the emergency key back to the
“LOCK” position, wait a few seconds,
and then try again. Trying repeatedly with
the engine or starter motor still turning
will damage the starter mechanism.
 If the engine will not start because the bat-
tery is weak or discharged, refer to
“Jump-starting the engine” on page 8-2
for instructions.
NOTE
 For vehicles with CVT or Twin Clutch SST,
the emergency key cannot be removed unless
the selector lever (CVT) or the gearshift
lever (Twin Clutch SST) is set to the “P”
(PARK) position.
NOTE
 Always install the cover of the ignition
switch when not using the emergency key.
Not doing so could cause damage if foreign
material such as dust gets into the keyhole of
the ignition switch.
CAUTION
 Do not turn the ignition switch to the LOCK
position while the vehicle is moving. This
will cause the steering wheel to lock, making
it impossible to operate the vehicle.
 If the engine is stopped while driving, the
power brake booster will stop functioning
and greater effort for braking will be
required. Also, the power steering system
will not function and it will require greater
effort to manually steer the vehicle.
 Do not leave the ignition switch in the “ON”
position for a long time when the engine is
not running. The battery will run down.
 Do not turn the ignition switch to the
“START” position when the engine is run-
ning. It will damage the starter motor.
To lock
To unlock
CAUTION
CAUTION
 Remove the emergency key when leaving the
vehicle.
 If your vehicle needs to be towed, turn the
emergency key to the “ACC” position to
unlock the steering wheel.
NOTE
 If the front wheels are turned, the anti-theft
lock may sometimes make it difficult to turn
the emergency key from “LOCK” to “ACC”.
Firmly turn the steering wheel to the left or
to the right as you turn the emergency key.
Starting