Autostart - Volvo V50 User Manual

2006 Volvo V50
2. Apply the parking brake if not already set. The gear selector is locked in the (P)ark position
(SHIFTLOCK). See also
Manual transmission: the clutch must be fully depressed.
3. Without touching the accelerator pedal, turn the ignition key to the starting position. Allow the starter
to operate for up to 10 seconds. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. If the engine fails to start,
repeat this step.
Autostart (T5 turbo with automatic transmission only)
This function makes it possible to start the vehicle without holding the key in position III. Turn the key
to position III and release it. The starter motor will then operate automatically (for up to ten seconds)
until the engine starts.
NOTE:
On certain models, when the vehicle is started, idle speed may be noticeably higher than normal for a
short period, depending on the temperature of the engine. This has been done to help bring components
in the emission control system to their normal operating temperature as quickly as possible, which
enables them to function normally.
For cold starts at altitudes above 6000 ft. (1800 meters), depress the accelerator pedal halfway and
turn the key to the starting position. Release the pedal slowly when the engine starts.
4. To release the gear selector from the (P)ark position, the engine must be running (or the ignition key
must be in position II) and the brake pedal must be depressed.
5. Select the desired gear. On models with an automatic transmission, the gear engages after a very
slight delay which is especially noticeable when selecting R.
NOTE:
Immobilizer: If two of the keys to your vehicle are close together, e.g., on the same key ring when
you try to start the vehicle, this could cause interference in the immobilizer system and result in the
vehicle not starting. If this should occur, remove one of the keys from the key ring before trying to start
the vehicle again.
Keylock: Your vehicle is equipped with a keylock system. When the engine is switched off, the gear
selector must be in the (P)ark position before the key can be removed from the ignition switch.
When starting in cold weather, the transmission may shift up at slightly higher engine speeds than
normal until the automatic transmission fluid reaches normal operating temperature.
Do not race a cold engine immediately after starting. Oil flow may not reach some lubrication points
fast enough to prevent engine damage.
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