Step 1: Make sure it’s safe
* Make sure the vehicle is in park or neutral.
* Apply the parking brake.
Step 2: Insert the key
* Insert the key into the ignition.
Step 3: Press the brake pedal
*Press the brake pedal with your right foot. Make sure you press it hard enough to activate the brake switch.
Step 4: Turn the key to the “Start” position
* Turn the key to the “Start” position and hold it until the engine starts.
Step 5: Release the Key
*Once the engine starts, release the key.
Step 6: Shift into the desired gear
* Select the appropriate gear (D for Drive, R for Reverse, N for Neutral or P for Park).
Step 7: Release the parking brake
* Release the parking brake to start driving.
Additional tips:
*Some automatic transmission vehicles have a Start/Stop button instead of a traditional key. For these vehicles, follow the same steps, but instead of turning the key, press the button.
* If the engine does not start the first time, release the key and try again. Do not hold the key in the “Start” position for more than 10 seconds.
* If the engine does not start after several attempts, check the battery, ignition system, or fuel system.