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Starting and Driving
Normal Starting of the
Engine
WARNING!
It is dangerous to run the engine in an
enclosed area. The engine consumes
oxygen and discharges carbon dioxide,
carbon monoxide and other toxic
gases in the atmosphere that could
cause death.
When doors are opened, the
instrument cluster displays the model
logo in the center and the complete
odometer plus the open doors
indicator in the lower part of the
cluster.
Before starting the engine, close the
doors, adjust your seat, the inside and
outside mirrors, fasten your seat belt
and instruct the other occupant to
buckle his seat belt.
The transmission must be in P (Park)
or N (Neutral) mode before you can
start the engine. Apply the brakes
before shifting into any driving gear
(see "Dual Clutch Transmission" in this
section).
CAUTION!
•
Before starting the engine, switch
off the electrical devices with a high
power consumption (air-conditioning
and heating system, headlights, etc.).
•
Do not start the engine if the fuel
level in the tank is low.
The keyless ignition allows the driver
to operate the ignition device by
pushing the center button, as long as
the key fob is within the car or closed
in the luggage compartments (check
"Keys” in section “Before Driving" for
further information).
By pressing the brake pedal and
pushing the START/STOP button
the engine starts. Instrument cluster
displays the initial sequence with
warning light and analog instruments
test routine and switch-on of the
engine temperature indicators and
fuel level.
The current display subsequently sets
up with the latest screenshot.
If the engine fails to start, the starter
will disengage automatically after
10 seconds. If you wish to stop the
cranking of the engine prior to
starting it, press the button again.
NOTE:
Normal starting of either a cold or
a warm engine is obtained without
pumping or pressing the accelerator
pedal.
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