Starting and stopping
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JUMPER-PAPIER_EN_CHAP02_PRET A PARTIR_ED01-2014
IGNITION SWITCH
STOP position: steering lock.
The ignition is off.
MAR position: ignition on.
Certain accessories can be used.
AV V position: starter.
The starter is operated.
Starting the engine
Engine immobiliser warning lamp
If this warning lamp comes
on, use another key and have
the faulty key checked by a
CITROËN dealer.
Diesel pre-heating warning
lamp
With the parking brake applied
and the gearbox in neutral, turn
the key to the MAR position.
Wait for this warning lamp to go off then
operate the starter ( AV V position) until the
engine starts.
The period of illumination of the warning
lamp depends on the climatic conditions. Door or bonnet open warning
lamp
If this warning lamp comes on,
check that the doors and bonnet
are closed correctly.
Stopping the engine
Stop the vehicle and apply the parking
brake, then, with the engine at idle, return
the key to the STOP position.
In low temperatures
In mountainous and/or cold areas, it is
advisable to use a "winter" type fuel suited
to low or minus temperatures.
A heavy object (key fob...), attached
to the key and weighing down on its
shaft in the ignition switch, could cause a
malfunction.
With the engine hot, the warning lamp comes
on for a few moments, you can start the engine
without waiting.
As soon as the engine is running, release the key.
