Starting and stopping
Good practice when starting
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
To ensure the correct operation and long
life of your engine and gearbox, when the
ambient temperature is below -23°C, it is
necessary to leave the engine idling for
four minutes.
Key
Door or bonnet open warning lamp
Take care to prevent the key from coming
into contact with grease, dust, rain or a
damp environment.
If this warning lamp comes on, a
door or the bonnet is not closed
correctly, check it!
A heavy object attached to the key (key
ring, ...) weighing the key down in the
ignition switch may cause a malfunction.
STARTING AND STOPPING
Running and accessories position.
Diesel pre-heating warning lamp
To unlock the steering, turn the steering
wheel gently while turning the key, without
forcing. In this position, certain accessories
can be used.
If the temperature is high
enough, this warning lamp comes
on for less than one second, you
can start without waiting.
Good practice when stopping
Minimise engine and gearbox wear
Starting position.
In cold weather, wait for the warning lamp
to go off, then operate the starter (Starting
position) until the engine starts.
When switching off the ignition, let the
engine run for a few seconds to allow
the turbocharger (Diesel engine) to return
to idle.
The starter is operated, the engine turns
over, release the key.
STOP position: steering lock.
Do not press the accelerator when switching
off the ignition.
The ignition is off. Turn the steering wheel
until the steering locks. Remove the key.
There is no need to engage a gear after
parking the vehicle.
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