System Indicators

If there is an operation error or a system failure during auto idle stop, the error information is shown on the multi-information display (MID), the indicator in the gauge control module blinks, and the system buzzer sounds.

Opening the driver's door

If the driver's door is opened during auto idle stop, the auto stop indicator blinks and the system buzzer sounds to remind you that auto stop is in operation.

Clutch pedal is not fully pressed (M/T model)

If the clutch pedal is not fully pressed during auto idle stop, the engine does not restart because the system knows the transmission is in gear. If this happens, a message to fully press the clutch pedal appears on the MID.

Fig 1: System Indicators Condition (Fully Depress Clutch Pedal)

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Vehicle stopped for 5 minutes while in gear (M/T model)

During auto idle stop, if the transmission is in gear with the vehicle stopped for 5 minutes, a message to shift into neutral appears on the MID.

Shifting into neutral and then back into a gear resets the timer another 5 minutes. To restart the engine when this message appears, press the clutch pedal while the transmission is in gear.

Fig 2: System Indicators Condition (Shift Into Neutral On MID)

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Engine restart (M/T model)

If the system cannot restart the engine because of a battery module problem (low SOC, battery failure), a message on the MID tells you to restart with the ignition switch.

Even if the RESTART ENGINE message appears, you may still be able to start the engine with the IMA system by pressing the clutch pedal.

Fig 3: System Indicators Condition (Restart Engine On MID)

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