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Performing Remote Start

It is necessary to press the following button in the key within three seconds in order to remote-start the engine.

-- Press button -1- once.

Fig 1: Identifying Buttons
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-- Press button -2- twice.

All the turn signals blink each time the buttons are pressed. The parking lamp turn on during remote-start.

Ending Remote Start

-- Press the button -2- or the rear lid or door unlock button to turn off the engine.