Porsche 968 - Starting and Stopping the Engine; Engine Starting and Stopping Procedures

Starting and Stopping the Engine
llcctron1c components ensure that the engine is
prov1dcd w1th the right mixture . Therefore, ai -
Wily s refrain from depressing the accelerator
wl~en s tarting .
Please note the tips on running in.
Before starting the engine, move the gearshift
lever to neutral, or the Tiptronic selector lever to
position "P" or "N", and apply the handbrake.
The starter should not be operated for longer
than 10 - 15 seconds. If the engine does not
fire, repeat the starting procedure after a pause
of approx . 10 seconds. Every time the starter
motor is operated, the key must be returned to
position 1 before trying again, due to the starter
non-repeat unit built into the ignition lock. This
device prevents inadvertent operation of the
starter motor whilst the engine is running.
In cold weather, it is advisable to depress the
clutch pedal fully when starting the engine, even
though the transmission is in neutral. To assist
the engine when starting with the engine cold, it
is advisable not to stop the starting procedure
as soon as the engine begins to fire .
If the battery is insufficiently charged , your
Porsche can be started with jump leads or by
towing.
Never start the engine or let it run in con -
fined spaces. The exhaust contains the col-
ourless and odourle ss ga s carbon monoxide,
which is poi s onou s even in s mall quantities.
Do not allow the engine to warm up in neu - i'
tral, but drive off immediately while avoiding
high rpm and full throttle until ' the engine ha s
reached its normal operating temperature .
Never turn the key back to position 1, or pull
the key out , whilst the vehicle is still moving .
When leaving the vehicle, even only briefly,
always ensure that the ignition key is
removed and the steering lock is fully en-
gaged . This is done by rocking the steering
wheel to left and right. This might also be
necessary to release the lock when turning
on the ignition again.
Never park your car or run the engine where
there is a danger of flammable material,
such as dry grass or leaves, coming into
contact with the hot exhaust system.
Please note the information contained in the
chapter entitled "Emission Control System ".
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