Release the parking brake.
Shift the transmission to neutral.
Leave the ignition switch in ACCESSORY (I) so the steering wheel does not lock.
Make sure all accessories are turned off to minimize battery current draw.
Immobilizer System Description
The vehicle is equipped with a Type VII immobilizer system that disables the
vehicle unless a programmed ignition key is used.
This system consists of a transponder combined with a keyless transmit ...
A/T System Description - Clutches and Gears (A/T)
Clutches and GearsThe five-speed automatic transmission uses
hydraulically-actuated clutches to engage or disengage the transmission
gears. When hydraulic pressure is introduced into the clut ...
A/T System Description - Lock-Up System (A/T)
Lock-up SystemThe lock-up mechanism of the torque converter
clutch operates in all five gears in D, in 3rd gear in D3, and 3rd and 4th
gears in S with the automatic shift mode. The pressurize ...