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Applies to: vehicles with ignition lock
Insert the key in the ignition lock to switch on the ignition and start the engine.
- Fig. 94 Ignition lock: Ignition key positions
Switching the ignition on/off
To switch on the ignition, turn the ignition key to position -1-. Vehicles without start/stop system*: The rev counter needle will move to the READY position.
To switch off the ignition, turn the ignition key to position -0-. The rev counter needle will move to the OFF position.
Diesel engines are automatically preheated when you switch on the ignition.
Starting the engine
(Manual gearbox:) Press the clutch pedal all the way down and move the gear lever into neutral.
(Automatic gearbox: ) Press the brake pedal and move the selector lever to position P or N.
Turn the ignition key briefly to position -2-. The ignition key automatically returns to position -1-. Do not press the accelerator.
Electrical components with a high power consumption are switched off temporarily while you start the engine.
If the engine fails to start immediately, switch off the starter by turning the ignition key to position -0- and try again after about 30 seconds.
(Applies to vehicles with diesel engine: ) The engine may take a few seconds longer than usual to start on cold days. Please keep your foot on the clutch pedal (manual gearbox) or brake pedal (automatic gearbox) until the engine starts. The indicator lamp 
lights up while the glow plugs are preheating.
lights up while the glow plugs are preheating.Start/stop system*
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- Never run the engine in confined spaces. The exhaust gases are toxic – risk of poisoning!
- Never remove the key from the ignition while the vehicle is moving. The steering lock would engage, and you would not be able to steer the car – risk of accident!
CAUTION
Avoid high engine speeds, full throttle and extreme load conditions until the engine has reached its normal operating temperature; otherwise this can damage the engine.
For the sake of the environment
Do not warm up the engine by running it with the car stationary. You should drive off immediately whenever possible. This will help avoid unnecessary exhaust emissions.
Note
- If it is difficult to turn the ignition key to position -1-, move the steering wheel (to take the load off the steering lock mechanism) until the key turns freely.
- Any noises which may be heard when the engine is started are quite normal and no cause for concern.