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YOUR 306 AT A GLANCE
Steering lock
Before starting, unlock the steer-
ing if necessary, by gently turning
the steering wheel at the same
time as you turn the key.
It is advisable to press the clutch
pedal while operating the starter
to make starting easier.
Starting a petrol engine
Do not press the accelerator.
Operate the starter, without
releasing the key, until the engine
turns.
STARTING
The 4 positions of the key in the
ignition:
“S” for STOP The ignition is off.
“A” for Accessories The ignition
is off but the accessories can be
used.
Starting a diesel engine
“M” for Running The ignition is
on.
“D’’ for Starting Operates the
starter.
Do not press the accel-
erator.
Turn the key to position
‘‘M’’.
If the engine is warm enough, the
pre-heat light does not come on
and you can start immediately.
Never race a cold
engine.
If the pre-heat light comes on,
wait for it to go out before operat-
ing the starter.
Never run the engine
in a confined space.
Do not make any modifications
to the steering lock.
HDI engine special feature
If the engine stalls, it is necessary
to return the key to position ‘‘S’’
before restarting.
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