Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Stop/Start warning
PURPOSE
The combination meter alerts the driver by sounding the integrated buzzer and blinking the indicator lamp when the driver's operation is judged as improper operation while the stop/start system is operating.
SYNCHRONIZATION WITH WARNING/INDICATOR (INFORMATION DISPLAY)
Applicable. For warning/indicator (information display), refer to Indicator/Information .
SYSTEM DIAGRAM
SIGNAL PATH
- IPDM E/R transmits a hood switch signal to ECM via CAN communication.
- BCM transmits a door switch signal and Seat belt buckle switch signal to ECM via CAN communication.
- ECM judges a stop/start system warning according to a received signal and transmits a stop/start indicator lamp request signal to the combination meter via CAN communication.
- The combination meter sounds the warning buzzer and blinks the indicator lamp when receiving a stop/start indicator lamp request signal.
WARNING OPERATING CONDITION
When the following conditions are satisfied during stop/start system operation:
- Hood is opened.
WARNING CANCEL CONDITION
- Stop/start system is cancelled after the hood is opened.
- Driver's door is closed.
- Driver's seat belt is buckled.
TIMING CHART
SOUND SPECIFICATION
NO RELATED
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.