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You can use the START ENGINE STOP button to switch on the ignition and start the engine.
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- Fig. 72 Centre console: START ENGINE STOP button
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- Fig. 73 Applies to TT RSSteering wheel: START ENGINE STOP
Switching the ignition on/off
To switch the ignition on/off, press the START ENGINE STOP button without pressing the clutch pedal (manual gearbox) or brake pedal (automatic gearbox). Diesel engines are preheated when the ignition is switched on.
Starting the engine
Manual gearbox: Press the clutch pedal all the way down and move the gear lever into neutral.
Vehicles with automatic gearbox: Press the brake pedal and move the selector lever to position P or N
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Press the START ENGINE STOP button. The engine should start.
Diesel engines can 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.
If the engine fails to start immediately, the starter will be switched off automatically after a few seconds. Try to start the engine again.
Start/stop system
Please note the information on link►.
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
- Any noises which may be heard when the engine is started are quite normal and no cause for concern.
- If you leave the vehicle with the ignition switched on, it will be switched off automatically after a while. Please note that electrical equipment such as the exterior lighting will also be switched off.