3. Insert a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver
with a cloth over its tip into the notch (A) or
the cover. Pry gently as shown to remove the
cover.
4. Depress the brake pedal with the right foot.
5. Turn the ignition switch to the "ACC" posi-
tion.
NOTE
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For vehicles with the keyless operation sys-
tem, turn the ignition switch to the "ACC" po-
sition with the emergency key if the vehicle
battery is flat.
6. Insert a straight blade (or minus) screwdriver
in the shiftlock release hole (B). Shift the se-
lector lever to the "N" (NEUTRAL) position
while pressing the straight blade (or minus)
screwdriver down.
Selector lever position display
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When the ignition switch is turned to the "ON" po-
sition, the position of the selector lever is indicated
in the multi-information display.
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Starting and driving
Selector lever positions
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"P" PARK
This position locks the transmission to prevent the
vehicle from moving. The engine can be started in
this position.
"R" REVERSE
This position is to back up.
CAUTION
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Never shift into the "P" (PARK) or "R"
(REVERSE) position while the vehicle is
in motion to avoid transmission damage.
"N" NEUTRAL
At this position the transmission is disengaged. It is
the same as the neutral position on a M/T, and
should only be used when the vehicle is stationary
for an extended length of time during driving, such
as in a traffic jam.
WARNING
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Never move the selector lever to the "N"
(NEUTRAL) position while driving. A se-
rious accident could occur since you
could accidentally move the lever into the
"P" (PARK) or "R" (REVERSE) position
or you will lose engine braking.
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On a gradient the engine should be star-
ted in the "P" (PARK) position, not in the
"N" (NEUTRAL) position.
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