Vauxhall Ampera 2014 User Manual page 108

Replace the radio remote control
battery as soon as possible.
Battery replacement 3 20.
Starting the vehicle at low
temperatures
It is recommended to switch on the
ignition while the vehicle is plugged in
when exterior temperatures are
below 0° C.
Should the exterior temperatures be
lower than -32° C, the vehicle has to
be plugged in when the ignition is
switched on.
Restarting
Caution
If the vehicle must be restarted
while it is still moving, move the
shift lever to N and press m twice
without pressing the brake pedal.
The propulsion system will not
restart in any other way.
Computers determine when the
engine needs to run. The engine may
start, if required, when the propulsion
system is on.
Electric mode 3 108.
A chime will sound if the driver's door
is opened while the ignition is
switched on. Always press m to
switch the ignition off before exiting.
Stopping
Power button 3 104.
Parking
Note
Do not allow the vehicle to remain in
extreme temperatures for long
periods without being driven or
being plugged in.
■ Do not park the vehicle on an easily
ignitable surface. Flammable
materials could get in touch with hot
exhaust parts under the vehicle and
ignite.
■ Always apply the parking brake.
Pull switch m for approximately
one second.
Driving and operating
■ Switch off the ignition. Turn the
steering wheel until the steering
wheel lock engages.
■ If the vehicle is on a level surface or
uphill slope, apply the parking
brake and then shift the selector
lever to P before switching off the
ignition. On an uphill slope, turn the
front wheels away from the kerb.
If the vehicle is on a downhill slope,
apply the parking brake and then
shift the selector lever to P before
switching off the ignition. Turn the
front wheels towards the kerb.
■ Lock the vehicle and activate the
anti-theft alarm system.
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