Battery saver system
When all the following conditions are met for a period of time, the battery saver system will cut off the power supply to prevent battery discharge.
• The ignition switch is in the ACC
position,
and
• All doors are closed, and
• The shift lever is in the P (Park)
position.
See also:
Emergency engine shut off
To shut off the engine in an emergency situation
while driving, perform the following procedure:
• Rapidly push the push-button ignition
switch
3 consecutive times in less than 1.5
seconds, or ...
Engine block heater (if so equipped)
Engine block heaters are used to assist with
cold temperature starting.
The engine block heater should be used when
the outside temperature is 208F (−78C) or lower.
To use the engine blo ...
Tachometer
The tachometer indicates engine speed in
revolutions per minute (RPM). Do not rev the
engine into the red zone1 .
CAUTION
When engine speed approaches the red
zone, shift to a higher gear or re ...