Cupra TERRAMAR 2024 - Starting the Engine

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Driving
Switching o the ignition when leaving the
vehicle, with hybrid drive
When the ignition is not switched o in E-
MODE operating mode, a certain amount of
time after the journey is complete it switches
o automatically to prevent draining the 12-
volt vehicle battery.
WARNING
When switching on the ignition, do not press
the brake pedal, otherwise the engine could
start immediately.
WARNING
If vehicle keys are used negligently or without
due care, this may cause accidents and seri-
ous injury.
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Never leave any key inside the vehicle
when you leave it. Otherwise, a child or unau-
thorised person could lock the vehicle, start
the engine or connect the ignition and oper-
ate any of the electrical equipment.
Note
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Before leaving the vehicle, always discon-
nect the ignition and, if appropriate, take into
account the instructions on the screen of the
dash panel.
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If the vehicle is stationary for a long time
with the engine o and the ignition on, the
vehicle battery might be discharged and it
might not be possible to start the engine.
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If during the STOP phase you press the
button, the ignition is switched
o.
Starting the engine
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Vehicles with automatic transmission: press
the brake pedal and keep it pressed in this po-
sition until the engine starts.
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Press the start button without pressing the
accelerator. There must be a valid key in the
vehicle for the engine to start.
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If the engine does not start, stop and wait
for around 1 minute to try again. If necessary,
perform an emergency start ›››page168.
WARNING
Do not keep the engine running in conned
spaces, as there is a risk of poisoning.
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The exhaust gases contain carbon monox-
ide, an odourless and colourless poisonous
gas that can cause loss of consciousness and
death.
WARNING
Do not get out of the vehicle with the engine
running, especially if a gear is engaged. The
vehicle could then suddenly move or some-
thing strange could happen that would cause
damage, re or serious injury.
WARNING
Never use cold start sprays, they could ex-
plode or cause the engine to run at high revs.
Doing this risks injury.
NOTICE
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The starter motor or the engine may be
damaged if you try to restart the engine im-
mediately after switching it o.
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When the engine is cold, you should avoid
high engine speeds, driving at full throttle
and over-loading the engine, as this could
cause engine damage.
For the sake of the environment
Do not warm-up the engine by running the
engine with the vehicle stationary. Start o
immediately, driving gently. This helps the
engine reach operating temperature faster
and reduces emissions.