Starting/Stopping The Engine - Renault Modus Handbook

STARTING/STOPPING THE ENGINE

Starting the engine
Petrol injection
Engine warm or cold
–
Turn the key to the start position
without depressing the accelera-
tor.
– Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
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Diesel injection
Cold or warm engine
–
Turn the key to "Start" position D
without depressing the accelera-
tor.
– Release the key as soon as the
engine starts.
Note: several seconds may pass be-
tween turning the key and the engine
starting to allow for engine preheating.
When you leave your vehi-
cle, check that the engine
has completely stopped.
Stopping the engine
With the engine idling, turn the key
back to the Stop position.
Never leave your vehicle
with the key inside the vehi-
cle and never leave a child
(or a pet) unsupervised,
even for a short while.
There is a risk that they could start
the engine or operate electrical
equipment (electric windows etc.)
and trap part of their body (neck,
arms, hands, etc.).
Risk of serious injury.
Never switch off the ignition before
the vehicle has stopped completely.
Once the engine has stopped, the
brake servo, power-assisted steer-
ing, etc. and the passive safety de-
vices such as air bags and preten-
sioners will no longer operate.