GENERAL INFORMATION
General points on starting
If the battery has been disconnected the
vehicle may exhibit some unusual driving
characteristics for approx. 8 kilometers (5
miles) after reconnecting the battery.
This is because the engine management
system must realign itself with the engine.
Any unusual driving characteristics during
this period may be disregarded.
Starting the engine by towing or
pushing
WARNING
To prevent damage you must not
push or tow start your vehicle. Use
booster cables and a booster battery.
See Jump Starting the Vehicle (page
179).
IGNITION SWITCH
Note: Make sure the key is clean before
inserting it into any lock cylinder.
0(off) - The ignition is off.
Note: When you switch the ignition off and
leave your vehicle, do not leave your key in
the ignition. This could cause your vehicle
battery to lose charge.
I (accessory) - Allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to operate
while the engine is not running.
Note: Do not leave the ignition key in this
position for too long to avoid your vehicle
battery losing charge.
II (on) - All electrical circuits operational.
Warning lamps and indicators are
illuminated.
III (start) - cranks the engine. Release the
key as soon as the engine starts.
STEERING WHEEL LOCK
WARNING
Always check that the steering wheel
lock is deactivated before
attempting to move your vehicle.
Failure to deactivate the steering wheel
lock could result in a crash.
To lock the steering wheel:
1. Remove the key from the ignition
switch.
2. Rotate the steering wheel slightly to
engage the lock.
Unlocking the Steering Wheel
Vehicles With Automatic Transmission
Switch the ignition on or press the brake
pedal.
Vehicles With Manual Transmission
Switch the ignition on.
STARTING A DIESEL ENGINE
Cold or Hot Engine
All Vehicles
Note: When the temperature is below
-15°C, you may need to crank the engine for
up to 10 seconds.
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