Ignition-starter switch on a vehicle with key.

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Ignition-starter switch on a vehicle with key.

Ignition switch

"Stop steering lock applied" position LOCK 0
To lock: remove the key and turn the steering wheel until the steering column locks.
To unlock: turn the key and the steering wheel slightly.
"On" position ON 2
The ignition is switched on: Any accessories (radio etc.) can be used.
"Start" position START 3
If the engine fails to start at the first attempt, the key must be turned back before the starter can be activated again. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.

Starting the engine

To start:
On vehicles equipped with automatic gearboxes with a manual lever, set the lever to P position.
Operate the starter without accelerating then release the key as soon as the engine starts.
Special case: when starting the engine in very low exterior temperatures (below -10°C), hold down the clutch pedal until the engine starts.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key to the "LOCK" position 0.
Note: on vehicles equipped with a manual gearbox, in the event of engine stalling the "Press clutch" message is displayed on the instrument panel. Fully press the clutch pedal to restart the engine.
WARNING
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 airbags and pretensioners will no longer operate.
WARNING
Never start your vehicle while freewheeling on a gradient. Risk of non-activation of power-assisted steering. There is a risk of accidents.
WARNING
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.
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.
WARNING
Do not park the vehicle or run the engine in locations where combustible substances or materials such as grass or leaves can come into contact with the hot exhaust system.