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Ignition Switch

qIgnition Switch Positions

LOCK

The steering wheel locks to protect
against theft. Only in this position can the
key be removed.
To turn the key from the ACC to the
LOCK position, push the button when the
key is at the ACC position, then turn the
key to the LOCK position.

Button

Push the
button

Automatic transaxle

To turn the key from the ACC to the
LOCK position, the shift lever must be in
the P position.

Shift lever
engaged in P
(park)

WARNING

Remove the key only when the vehicle
is parked:
Removing the key from the ignition
switch while the vehicle is moving is
dangerous. Removing the key allows
the steering wheel to lock. You will
lose steering control and a serious
accident could occur.

Before leaving the driver's seat,
always set the parking brake and
make sure the shift lever is in P with
an automatic transaxle or in 1 or R
with a manual transaxle:
Leaving the driver's seat without
setting the parking brake and the shift
lever is dangerous. Unexpected vehicle
movement could occur. This could
cause an accident.

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