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Lock steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 41.
To lock the steering, with the ignition key withdrawn, turn the steering wheel un-
til the steering locking pin engages audibly.
If the steering is locked and the key cannot or can only be turned with difficulty
into position
» fig. 43
on page 43 , move the steering wheel back and forth
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and this will unlock the steering lock.
Notice
We recommend locking the steering wheel whenever leaving the vehicle. This
acts as a deterrent against the attempted theft of your car.
Power steering
First read and observe the introductory information and safety warn-
ings
on page 41.
The power steering enables you to steer the vehicle with less physical force.
The power steering only works when the engine is running.
It is still fully possible to steer the vehicle if the power steering fails or if the en-
gine is not running (e.g. when towing). However, greater physical effort is re-
quired to turn the steering wheel.
Start and turn off the engine
Introduction
This chapter contains information on the following subjects:
Electronic immobilizer
Ignition lock
Starting the engine
Switching off the engine
The engine can only be started using a correctly coded original key.
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Driving
The engine running noises may louder at first be louder for a short time after
starting the cold engine. This is quite normal and is not an operating problem.
WARNING
When driving, the ignition key must always be in position
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page 43 (ignition switched on) without the engine running. This position is
indicated by the warning lights coming on. If this is not the case, it could result
in unexpected locking of the steering wheel – risk of accident!
Only pull the ignition key from the ignition lock when the vehicle has come
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to a complete stop (by applying the handbrake). Otherwise, the steering could
be blocked – risk of accident!
When leaving the vehicle, the ignition must always be removed. This is par-
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ticularly important if children are left in the vehicle. Children could otherwise
start the engine for example – risk of accident or injury!
Never leave the vehicle unattended with the engine running.
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Never switch off the engine before the vehicle is stationary – risk of acci-
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dent!
WARNING
Never leave the engine running in unventilated or closed rooms. The ex-
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haust gases from the engine contain substances such as odourless and col-
ourless carbon monoxide (a poisonous gas) – risk to life!
Carbon monoxide can cause unconsciousness and death.
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CAUTION
The starter must only be operated when the engine is not running and the vehi-
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cle is at a standstill. The starter or engine can be damaged if the starter is activa-
ted when the engine is running.
If the engine does not start up after a second attempt, the fuse for the fuel
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pump may have a fault. Check the fuse and replace if necessary
seek assistance from a specialist garage.
Let go of the ignition key as soon as the engine starts otherwise the starter
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could be damaged.
Do not tow start the engine – there is a risk of damaging the engine and the
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catalytic converter. The battery from another vehicle can be used as a jump-start
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aid
» page
106, Jump-starting.
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» fig. 43
on
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» page
112, or
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