Driving; Stopping The Engine - MG MG6 Owner's Handbook Manual

STARTING AND DRIVING
4 Insert the handset into the docking station and press
it to Position Ⅲ, then release the handset as soon as
the engine has started.
Note: Continued use of the starter will not only
discharge the battery, but may damage the starter
motor, starter ring gear or diesel particulate filter.
DO NOT press the accelerator pedal while starting and
DO NOT operate the starter for more than 15 seconds at
a time. If the engine fails to start, remove the handset and
wait at least 10 seconds before trying again.
If the handset is not recognised by the engine
immobilisation system when it is inserted into the docking
station, the engine will be disabled, and 'Engine Disabled'
with an warning icon will appear in the message centre (see
Message Centre in Instruments and Controls chapter).
Cold Climates
In temperatures of -10°C and below, engine cranking times
will increase. It is essential that all unnecessary electrical
equipment is switched off while cranking.
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Driving

In the interest of fuel economy, it is advisable to drive
the vehicle as soon as possible after starting. Remember
that harsh acceleration, or labouring the engine before
the normal operational temperature has been reached, can
damage the engine.

Stopping the Engine

1 After bringing the car to a stop, ALWAYS apply the
parking brake and select neutral.
2 To apply the parking brake, pull the EPB switch
upwards until the indicator in the EPB switch
illuminates, the EPB warming lamp in the instrument
pack will also illuminate.
3 Press the handset to Position Ⅲ and release, this will
stop the engine. Pull the handset out of the dock to
switch off the ignition.
After strenuous towing or driving at high speed
(particularly in hot weather), it is suggested to allow the
engine to idle for a few minutes before switching off, which