Carry the smart key or leave it inside the vehicle where it remains under your control.

Make sure the parking brake is firmly applied.

Make sure the transmission is shifted to P (Park) position. Depress the brake pedal fully.

Press the ENGINE START/STOP button.

It should be started without depressing the accelerator pedal.

Do not wait for the engine to warm up while the vehicle remains stationary. Start driving at moderate engine speeds. (Heavy accelerating and decelerating should be avoided.)