Audi A4 2010 - Ignition Lock and Ignition Switch

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Ignition Lock and ignition switch
Starting engine with the key
The ignition is switched on and the engine started with
the ignition key.
Fig. 101 Ignition key
- Insert the key into the ignition lock.
- fvtanual transmission: Fully depress the clutch pedal and
move the shift lever to the neutral position.
- Automatic transmission*: Step on the brake pedal and
move the selector lever to the
P or N position.
- Press the key => fig. 101 - the engine will start .
By pressing the key without stepping on the clutch or the brake, the
ign ition is switched on and off. With the ignition on, the steering
wheel is unlocked.
You can only remove the key with the ignition switched off . To do this,
you have to press on the key aga in. With an automatic transm iss ion,
the selector lever must be in the
P position.
When starting the engine, major electrical loads are switched off
temporarily .
After starting a cold engine, there may be a brief period of increased
noise because the oil pressure must first build up in th e hydraulic
valve adjusters . This is normal and not a cause for concern .
If the engine should not start immediately, the starting process is
automatically stopped after a short time. Repeat starting procedure.
Driver message in the instrument cluster display
Press brake pedal to start engine
This message appears if you do not step on the brake pedal to start
the engine on a vehicle with an automatic transmission .
Press clutch pedal to start engine
This message appears if you do not step on the clutch pedal to start
th e engine on a vehicle with a manual transmission.
Engage N or P to start engine
This message appears when attempt ing to start the engine if the
selector lever for the automatic transmission is not in the
P or N posi-
tion . The engine can only be sta rted with the selecto r in these posi-
tions.
Shift to P, otherwise vehicle can roll away. Doors do not lock if lever
is not in P.
This message appears for safety reasons along with a warning signal.
It appears if the selector lever for the automatic transmission is not
in the
P position after the ignition is switched off . Move the selector
lever to the
P position, otherw ise the vehicle is not secured against
rolling away. You also cannot lock the vehicle using the locking
button on the door handle or using the remote key.
& WARNING
• Always take the key with you whenever you leave your vehicle.
Otherwise, the engine could be started or electrical equipment
such as the power windows could be operated . This can lead to
serious injury.