Stopping The Engine - MG MG3 Owner's Handbook Manual

soon as the engine has started, the ignition will return
to position Ⅱ automatically.
Note: Continued use of the starter will not only
discharge the battery, but may damage the starter
motor, starter ring gear or catalytic converter.
Do not press the accelerator pedal when starting , do not
operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at a time.
If the engine does not start, turn off the ignition switch
and wait at least 10 seconds before repeating the start
procedure.
If the key is not recognised by the engine immobilisation
system when the key is inserted into the ignition, the engine
will be disabled . A warning icon will be illuminated (see
warning lights and indicators in Instruments and Controls
chapter).
STARTING & DRIVING
IMPORTANT
• Do not leave the ignition switch in position Ⅰ or
position Ⅱ when the engine is not running, otherwise
it may leads to battery discharge .
• Engine immobilisation is available for the vehicle.
• When the engine is running, do not turn the ignition
switch to position Ⅲ, this operation may damage the
starter motor.
Cold Climates
In temperatures of -10℃ and below, engine cranking times
will increase. It is essential that all unnecessary electrical
equipment is switched off while cranking.

Stopping the Engine

1 After bringing the car to a stop, ALWAYS apply the
parking brake;
2 Apply the parking brake;
3 Ensure that the gear lever is in the neutral position;
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