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OFF — The steering is unlocked and can be rotated. In this position all electrical

circuits are enabled. Use this mode when you want to listen to music, etc., with the

engine temporarily switched OFF.

IGN — All electrical circuits are enabled. Some of the warning or information lamps

illuminate in this position. While some of the lamps will go out after a few seconds,

some will continue to remain ON till the engine is started. When the vehicle is being

driven, the ignition switch remains in the IGN position.

Select the ignition ON position when the vehicle is being towed.

Do not leave the ignition ON for long when the engine is OFF. This could lead to

battery drain and ignition switch damage.

START — This position is to start the engine by cranking the starter motor. This is a

momentary position. When the key is turned to the start position, the starter cranks

the engine. Once the engine is running, release the key, and the key reverts back to

the IGN position and the starter motor disengages from the engine.

Do not continue cranking after the engine has started. This will lead to damage

of the starter and other engine components.

If turning the key is difficult, jiggle the steering wheel from side to side and try

again. The key can be removed only in the LOCK position. When the key is

removed, the steering column lock is activated and the steering wheel cannot

be turned.

Never return the key to the LOCK position or try to remove the key, when the

vehicle is in motion. Removing the key allows the steering wheel to lock. You will

lose control of the vehicle and may cause a serious accident. Remove the key

only when the vehicle is parked.

11.3 Starting the Engine

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A Accelerator Pedal C Clutch Pedal

B Brake Pedal

Make sure all vehicle occupants are properly seated in their seats and have buckled

their safety belts. For more information on seat, headrest positioning, safety belts

and their proper usage, refer to the ‘Seat Belts’ section in this manual.

Before cranking the engine

1. Shift the gear shift lever to neutral position

2. Apply parking brake

3. Turn the ignition ON

4. Do not press the accelerator

5. Turn the key momentarily to the START position to crank the engine

6. Once the engine starts, release the key; it will return to the IGN position

STARTING AND DRIVING THE VEHICLE

Mahindra 2014 Scorpio S10 User Manual

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