STOP AND START


  1. OUTLINE


    1. To achieve low emissions and enhanced fuel economy, the stop and start system has been developed.

    2. The stop and start system automatically stops the engine when the vehicle comes to a stop, such as when the vehicle stops at a red traffic light. When starting off, the engine is automatically restarted by simply depressing the clutch pedal, without requiring any extra activity from the driver.

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    3. The stop and start system consists of an engine stop and start ECU with a built-in backup boost converter and a starter assembly.

    4. Based on signals from various sensors, switches, and the ECM, the engine stop and start ECU controls the stopping and starting of the engine.

    5. To allow management of the lifespan of the starter assembly, the engine stop and start ECU counts the number of times the starter operates. If the number exceeds a threshold, the ECU blinks the stop and start cancel indicator light to inform the driver of recommended replacement timing.

      Tech Tips

      After the starter assembly has been replaced, it is necessary to clear the record of the number of times that the starter assembly has been operated. For details, refer to the Repair Manual.

    6. Operating conditions of the stop and start system, such as the amount of time idling stop was performed, and various advice and warnings are provided using the multi-information display, stop and start indicator light and stop and start cancel indicator light in the combination meter assembly.

    7. The period for idling stop to be executed by the stop and start system can be selected from either normal or stop and start system priority (Long).*

      *: Models with segment LCD type multi-information display

    8. Stop and start operation time when the air conditioning is operating can be changed between "Normal" and "Extended (the stop and start system has priority)" using the steering pad switch assembly, enabling the user to select the preferred setting.*

      *: Models with color dot LCD type multi-information display

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  2. PRECAUTION


    1. Ignition Switch Expressions


      1. The type of ignition switch used on this model differs depending on the specifications of the vehicle. The expressions listed in the table below are used in this section.

        Expression

        Ignition Switch

        (Position)

        Engine Switch

        (Condition)
        Ignition Switch off LOCK Off (Lock)
        Ignition Switch ACC ACC On (ACC)
        Ignition Switch ON ON On (IG)
        Engine Start START On (Start)