STOPPING, STARTING THE ENGINE

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Starting the engine

Turn the ignition key to the “Ignition on” position M and hold this position until the engine preheating warning light É goes out.

Depending on the vehicle, if a gear is engaged, the message “Press Clutch + Start” is displayed on the instrument panel. Press the clutch pedal.

Turn the key to starter position D without depressing the accelerator pedal.

Release the key as soon as the engine starts.

Stopping the engine

With the engine idling, turn the key to the “Stop” position St.

Never start your vehicle while freewheeling on a gradient. Risk of non-activation of power-assisted steering.

There is a risk of accidents.

Starting the vehicle

For front-wheel drive and rear-wheel drive dual wheel versions on level ground, with the vehicle unloaded, we recommend starting in second gear.

Never switch off the ignition before the vehicle has stopped completely. Once the engine has stopped, the brake servo, power-assisted steering, etc., and the passive safety devices such as the airbag and pretensioners will no longer operate.

Driver’s responsibility when parking or stopping the vehicle

Never leave an animal, child or adult who is not self-sufficient alone in your vehicle, even for a short time.

They may pose a risk to themselves or to others by starting the engine, activating equipment such as the electric windows or locking the doors, for example.

Also, in hot and/or sunny weather, please remember that the temperature inside the passenger compartment increases very quickly.

RISK OF DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.