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Holden VE Ute Owner Manual (MY12.5) - 2012 - CRC - 6/28/12
9-4 Driving and Operating
LOCK: When the key is in the LOCK
position, some electrical
accessories and the engine are off.
The key can only be inserted and
removed from the LOCK position.
The engine is automatically disabled
shortly after removing the key from
the ignition.
The steering wheel is automatically
locked when the key is removed.
To release the steering lock,
re-insert the key and turn it towards
the front of the vehicle. If still
locked, turn the steering wheel
slightly to the right or left while
turning the key towards the front of
the vehicle.
ACCESSORIES: With the key in the
ACCESSORIES position, the audio
system and wipers operate.
ON:WhenthekeyisintheON
position, the engine is ready to start
and all electrical systems are active.
Warning lights wi ll come on. See
Instrument Cluster on page 5 ‑ 8.
Do not leave the switch in the O N
position for a long time without the
engine running, otherwise the
vehicle ’s battery will discharge.
START: Turn the k ey to the START
position momentarily and then
release.
The engine starts automatically.
The key returns to the ON position
when released.
Note: If the vehicle stalls after
5 seconds, return the key to the
LOCK position. Slowly rotate the
key to the START position. If the
security warning light flashes,
contact a Holden Dealer.
Starting the Engine
1. Apply the parking brake firmly.
Release it only when the engine
has started and you are ready to
drive off.
2. Automatic transmission: Move
the gear lever to position P or N.
The engine will not start if the
gear lever is in any other
position.
Manual transmission: Push the
clutch pedal to the floor, move
the gear lever to the neutral
position, then start the engine.
3. Turn the key t o the START
position momentarily and
release it. The engine starts
automatically. The key
automatically returns to the ON
position.
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