Starting-off and Driving 125
You should not switch on any major electrical components during the heating
period otherwise the vehicle battery will be drained unnecessarily.
Caution
you should not switch the engine off right away at the end of your journey after the
engine has been operated for a lengthy period at high loads but should be allowed
it to run at idling speed for about 2 minutes. This prevents any accumulation of heat
when the engine is switched off.
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You should start the engine immediately after the glow plug warning light
has gone out.
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The glow plug warning light will come on for about one second if the engine is
at a normal operating temperature or if the outside temperature is above +5°C. This
means that you can start the engine right away.
Note
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Interrupt the attempt at starting after 10 seconds if the engine does not start
right awayand wait for about 30 seconds before repeating the attempt.
It is possible that the fuse on the diesel preglow system is defect if the engine
still does not start. Check the fuse and replace it if necessary ⇒ page 258.
Contact the nearest specialist garage to obtain professional assistance.
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The radiator fan may continue running for a further 10 minutes or so after the
engine and the ignition have been switched off. The coolant fan may, however, also
switch on again after some time if the coolant temperature rises because of an
accumulation of heat in the engine or if the engine is warm and the engine
compartment is additionally heated by strong sunlight.
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Starting the engine after the fuel tank has run dry
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This is why particular care is required when carrying out any work in the engine
compartment ⇒ page 225, “Working in the engine compartment”.
It may take longer than normal to start the engine after refuelling if the fuel tank has
run completely dry - up to one minute. This is because the fuel system must first of
all be filled while the attempting to start the engine.
Shifting (manual gearbox)
Switching off the engine
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The engine can be switched off by turning the ignition key from posi-
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tion A into ⇒ page 123, fig. 146.
WARNING
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Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary - risk of acci-
dent!
Fig. 147 The shift pattern: 5-
speed or 6-speed manual
gearbox
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The brake booster only operates when the engine is running. Greater
physical effort for braking is required when engine is switched off. Because
if you do not stop as normal, this can cause an accident and severe injuries.
Shift into reverse only when the vehicle is stationary. Depress the clutch pedal and
hold it fully depressed. Wait a moment before engaging reverse gear in order to
avoid any shift noises.
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