RUNNING IN, IGNITION SWITCH
Up to 930 miles (1,500 km), do not exceed 2,500 rpm or approximately 56 mph (90 km/h) in the highest gear. After completing this mileage you may drive faster, however, it is only after approximately 3720 miles (6,000 km) that you may reasonably expect full performance.
During the running in period, do not accelerate hard while the engine is still cold and do not let the engine over-rev.
Service intervals: refer to the Maintenance Service Booklet for the vehicle.
Note: for a new vehicle in the running-in phase: the coolant level may be higher than the “MAXI” mark on the tank, then drop to between the “MINI” and “MAXI” marks. This does not present a risk.
Ignition switch
“Stop and steering lock” position St
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.
“Accessories” position A
When the ignition is switched off, any accessories (radio, etc.) will continue to function.
“Ignition on” position M
With the ignition on, the engine will be preheating.
“Start” position D
If the engine fails to start at the first attempt, turn the key back before activating the starter again. Release the key as soon as the engine starts.
Note: several seconds may pass between turning the key and the engine starting to allow for engine preheating.
Special note on vehicles with a sequential gearbox
Depress the brake pedal with the lever in the N position.
Note: if a gear other than neutral is displayed, it flashes; starting is not possible unless you depress the brake pedal, while holding the key in the starting position.
In the “Accessories” or “On” position, a system may automatically switch off your vehicle’s accessories depending on the battery charge, to prevent it from discharging completely.