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Auto start

When the engine stops automatically by ISG, the engine will restart if one of the following driver actions.
  • Release the brake pedal.

  • Move the shift gear to the R (Reverse) position or the Manual mode whilst depressing the brake pedal.

The engine will start and the green AUTO STOP indicator () on the instrument cluster will go out.

The engine will also restart automatically without any driver actions if the following occurs:

  • The brake vacuum pressure is low.

  • The engine has stopped for about 5 minutes.

  • The air conditioning is ON with the fan speed set to the highest position.

  • The front defroster is ON.

  • The battery is weak.

  • The cooling and heating performance of the climate control system is unsatisfactory.

  • The vehicle is shifted to P (Park) when Auto Hold is activated.

  • The door is opened or the seatbelt is unfastened when Auto Hold is activated.

  • The EPB switch is pressed when Auto Hold is activated.