Starting/Stopping The Engine; Starting The Engine - Renault DUSTER Driver's Handbook Manual

STARTING, STOPPING THE ENGINE

Starting the engine

In very cold conditions (temperatures
below –20°C): so that it is easier to
start the engine, switch on the ignition
for several seconds before starting the
engine.
When starting the engine, if the outdoor
temperature is very low (below -10°C):
hold down the clutch pedal until the
engine starts.
Make sure the engine immobiliser is not
activated. Refer to the information on
the "Engine immobiliser" in Section 1.
Petrol injection
– Turn the key to the start position
without depressing the accelera-
tor.
– Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
É Diesel injection
Turn the ignition key to ignition "On" po-
sition M, and hold this position until the
preheating warning light goes out.
Turn the key to starter position D with-
out depressing the accelerator
pedal.
Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
(1/4)
LPG versions
The engine is always started using
petrol:
– activate the starter without accelerat-
ing;
– release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
The system will automatically deter-
mine the switchover from petrol to LPG.
When operating on LPG, the fuel gauge
may indicate a drop in the petrol level
and the on-board computer will not op-
erate.
Under certain winter conditions, the
system may delay or prevent the oper-
ation of LPG, without any warning light
coming on or any beep.
After stopping the engine (not putting it
on standby), if the environmental con-
ditions are once again suitable, the
system may once again permit LPG
mode.
At temperatures close to 0°C or less, it
is recommended to use ECO mode to
maximise the use of LPG. Please refer
to the information on "Driving advice,
Eco-driving" in Section 2.
To enable the system to operate
smoothly and to prevent any wear to
the vehicle's electric petrol pump, the
petrol tank should always be around
1/4 full.
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