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Starting System: Description and Operation

How the Remote Starting System Circuit Works
The Remote Starting System is designed to start the engine away from the vehicle without using the ignition key. The ignition key must be utilized to drive the vehicle.

The transmitter can start the engine provided all of the following conditions are met:
- The gearshift lever is in the "P" (Park) position.
- The brake pedal is not depressed.
- The hood is securely closed.
- All of the doors are closed and locked.
- The tailgate is closed.
- The security system has not been triggered.
- The panic warning system is not activated.
- The keyless door locks-integrated or ignition key is removed from the ignition switch.
- The battery power is not low.

The engine automatically stops when any of the following conditions is satisfied after starting the engine with the transmitter:
- 10 minutes have passed after starting the engine.
- The gearshift lever is in any position but "P" (Park).
- The brake pedal is depressed.
- The hood is opened.
- Any of the doors is opened or unlocked.
- The tailgate is opened.
- The security system has been triggered.
- The panic warning system is activated.
- The keyless door locks-integrated or ignition key is inserted into the ignition switch.
- The engine speed rises to 4,000 rpm or more.
- The engine malfunction indicator comes on.
- The low oil pressure indicator comes on.