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Driving
Starting-switching off the engine With a manual gearbox , put the gear lever in neutral. With an electronic gear control gearbox , put the gear lever in N . With an automatic gearbox , put the gear lever in P or N .
Insert the key in the ignition switch. Turn the key fully towards the dashboard to position 3 (Starting) . When the engine starts, release the key.
Starting using the key
Switching off using the key
Immobilise the vehicle. Turn the key fully towards you to position 1 (Stop) . Remove the key from the ignition switch.
For Diesel vehicles, in very cold weather the engine will not start until the pre-heater warning lamp has gone off.
Key left in the ignition
If the key is left in the ignition switch, there is an audible signal on opening the driver's door.
If one of the starting conditions is not met, a reminder message appears in the instrument panel screen. In some circumstances, it is necessary to turn the steering wheel slightly while pressing the "START/STOP" button to assist unlocking of the steering; a message warns you when this is needed.
If the vehicle is not immobilised, the engine will not stop. With the electronic key inside the vehicle, press the brake pedal on vehicles with automatic or electronic gear control gearbox, or depress the clutch pedal fully on vehicles with a manual gearbox and maintain pressure until the engine starts.
Starting using the electronic key
Press the " START/STOP " button.
Switching off using
the electronic key
Immobilise the vehicle.
With the electronic key inside the vehicle, press the " S TA R T/STOP " button.
The engine stops and the steering column is locked.
Accessory position
With the electronic key inside the vehicle, press the "START/STOP" button, with no action on the pedals, to switch the ignition on or off and so activate accessories.
