01-07-2002
STARTING
STOP position:
The ignition is off.
1st notch, Accessories
position:
The ignition is off but the acces-
sories can be used.
2nd notch, Running position:
The ignition is on.
Starting position:
Operates the starter.
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 a diesel engine
Do not press the accelerator.
Turn the key to position "M".
If the engine is warm enough, the
pre-heat indicator light does not
come on and you can start imme-
diately.
If the indicator light does come
on, wait for it to go out before
operating the starter.
If the engine stalls, it is necessary
to return the key to position "S"
before restarting.
YOUR 406 COUPE AT A GLANCE
5
Never race a cold
engine.
Never run the engine in
a confined space.
Do not make any modifications to
the steering lock.