Manual transmission (if so equipped)

The ignition switch includes a device that helps

The ignition switch includes a device that helps prevent accidental removal of the key while driving.

The key can only be removed when the ignition switch is in the LOCK position.

On manual transmission models, to turn the ignition switch to the LOCKposition from theACCor ON position, place the ignition switch in the OFF position, push the key in, then place the ignition switch in LOCK position.

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    Compact disc (CD) player operation
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    Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT)
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    Instrument brightness control
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