Starting and Stopping the Engine
Stopping the Engine with Your
Vehicle Stationary
STARTING A GASOLINE
ENGINE
Note: The ignition, all electrical circuits
warning lamps and indicators will be
switched off.
Note: You can only operate the starter for
a limited period, for example 10 seconds.
The number of start attempts is limited to
approximately six. If you exceed this limit,
the system does not allow you to try again
until some time has elapsed, for example
30 minutes.
Manual Transmission
Briefly press the button.
Automatic Transmission
When you start the engine, the idle speed
increases, this helps to warm up the
engine. If the engine idle speed does not
slow down automatically, have your
vehicle checked by an authorized dealer.
1. Move the transmission selector lever
to position P.
2. Press the button.
Stopping the Engine When Your
Vehicle is Moving
Before starting the engine, check the
following:
WARNING
•
Make sure all occupants have fastened
their safety belts.
Switching off the engine when the
vehicle is still moving will result in a
loss of brake and steering assistance.
The steering will not lock, but higher effort
will be required. With the ignition switched
off some electrical circuits, warning lamps
and indicators may also be off.
•
Make sure the headlamps and
electrical accessories are off.
•
•
Make sure to set the parking brake.
Move the transmission selector lever
to position P (automatic transmission)
or neutral (manual transmission).
•
Turn the ignition key to position C. If
your vehicle is equipped with a keyless
ignition, see the following instructions.
1. Press and hold the button for at least
one second or press it three times
within two seconds.
2. Move the transmission selector lever
to position N and use the brakes to
bring your vehicle to a safe stop.
Cold or Hot Engine
Vehicles with Manual Transmission
3. When your vehicle has stopped, move
the transmission selector lever to
position P or N and switch the ignition
off.
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
Note: Releasing the clutch pedal while the
engine is starting stops the engine cranking
and returns the ignition to on.
1. Fully depress the clutch pedal.
2. Start the engine.
VehicleswithAutomaticTransmission
Note: Do not touch the accelerator pedal.
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