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starts. As soon as the engine starts, release the
key so it returns to position 2.
The warning lamp does not come on if
the engine is already warm. In some
climatic conditions, the following
recommendations should be followed:
– In mild conditions, do not leave the engine
at idle to warm up but move o straight away
and drive at moderate speed.
– In wintry conditions, the pre-heater warning
lamp will stay on for a longer period after
switching on the ignition; wait until it goes o
before starting.
– In very severe wintry
conditions (temperature below -23 °C), to
ensure correct operation and durability of your
vehicle’s mechanical components (engine
and gearbox), leave the engine running for
4 minutes before moving o.
Never leave the engine running in an
enclosed area without adequate ventilation:
internal combustion engines emit toxic
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide.
Danger of poisoning and death!
If the engine does not start straight away,
switch o the ignition.
Wait a few seconds before operating the
starter motor again. If the engine does not
start after several attempts, do not keep
trying: you risk damaging the starter motor
and the engine.
With the Keyless Entry and Start
► Place the remote control inside the vehicle, in
the recognition zone.
► Press the "START/STOP" button.
The steering column unlocks and the engine
starts more or less instantly.
The warning lamp does not come on if
the engine is already warm. In some
climatic conditions, it is advised to follow the
recommendations below:
– In mild conditions, do not leave the engine
to warm up while stationary, but move o
straight away and drive at moderate speed.
– In wintry conditions, when the ignition is
switched on, the duration of lighting of the
preheating indicator lamp is extended. Wait
until it goes o before starting the engine.
– In very severe wintry
conditions (temperature below -23°C),
to ensure correct operation and preserve
the lifespan of the vehicle's mechanical
components, engine and gearbox, leave the
engine running for 4 minutes before moving
o.
Never leave the engine running in an
enclosed area without adequate ventilation:
internal combustion engines emit toxic
exhaust gases, such as carbon monoxide.
Danger of poisoning and death!
For Diesel vehicles, when the
temperature is below zero,
starting will only occur once the pre-heating
warning lamp goes o.
If this warning lamp comes on after pressing
the "START/STOP" button, keep the brake
or clutch pedal depressed until the warning
lamp goes o, without pressing the "START/
STOP" button again, until the engine starts
and is running.
The "Keyless Entry and Start" system
remote control must be within the
recognition zone.
Never leave the vehicle with the engine
running and with the remote control on your
person.
If the remote control leaves the recognition
zone, a message is displayed.
Move the remote control into the zone in
order to be able to start the engine.
If one of the starting conditions is not
met, a message is displayed on the
instrument panel. In some circumstances, you
must turn the steering wheel while pressing
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